Army Medic to Practical Nursing
Your service prepared you for saving lives—now let us help you build a nursing career. The Army Medic to Practical Nursing program offers a direct path to becoming an LPN.
Earn your Practical Nursing Certification in an Accelerated 5 Month Program.
New York State is considered one of the states with high employment rates, high concentration of jobs and high wages for practical nurses. The industry includes nursing care facilities, general medical and surgical hospitals, long-term care and assisted living communities, and much more.
BOCES Practical Nursing program is designed to provide adult learners with the skills and knowledge needed to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York State.
With small class sizes, hands-on clinical training, and a focused curriculum, you’ll graduate ready to step into patient care settings or continue to advanced nursing education.
Program Benefits
• An accelerated 5 month program (reducing the time commitment and financial obligations of a college program)
• Eligible for NCLEX-PN and NYS Licensure at the completion
• Tuition grants available
Admission Requirements
• TEAS® Score of 58.7 (proficient)
• HSD/ HSED Official Transcript
• Graduated a service branch recognized Military Medical Training Program & completed 4 or more years of service.
• Need 68W Joint Service Transcript
• Need copy of DD214 Member Copy 4
• Health Requirements that match local health care facilities student requirements
• Negative Drug Screen
TEAS® Exams (Required for Admission)
The TEAS® exam is a critical step in the admissions process for the Practical Nursing Program. Registration opens approximately one semester prior to the desired start date.
To register, use the button below to visit ATI Testing, create an account, and select Watertown, NY as your testing location. Tests are offered in-person only.
For Fall Admissions
-In Person held on Watertown campus from March-June
-TEAS® Version 7 study manual
-Cost $102.00
-2 attempts allowed per semester
For Spring Admissions
-In Person held on Watertown campus from September-December
-TEAS® Version 7 study manual
-Cost $102.00
-2 attempts allowed per semester
The exam cost is $102, payable by credit card. Scores of Exemplary, Advanced, or Proficient are preferred. When you register, keep track of your username and password for future use.
To prepare, consider using the 7th Edition TEAS® study manual, available through ATI or online retailers.
Continue to scroll down for Exam Dates.
TEAS® Exam Dates
The following exam dates have been scheduled for the enrollment in the Spring 2026 program. Please keep checking back to this page as additional dates will be posted before enrollment closes. All exams will take place at the Bohlen Technical Center in the Collaboration Lab.
Please make sure you register for the tests here: https://www.atitesting.com/teas/register
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 12 pm-4 pm
Monday, October 6, 2025, 3 pm-7 pm
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 8 am-12 pm
Monday, October 27, 2025, 3 pm-7 pm
Program Details
Prepare for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam while building essential nursing skills in patient care, communication, infection control, and clinical procedures. Clinical rotations offer direct patient care experience in diverse settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities.
Spring Semester: February-June
See Cost breakdown and course schedule below.
Cost Breakdown
Total $16,500
Tuition: $16,000
Textbooks: Included
Materials & Supplies: $500
Total Cost: $16,500
Veteran-Focused Training and Support
BOCES is proud to offer veteran-approved training aligning with New York State Bureau of Veterans Education standards.
This program is eligible for veterans’ education benefits, providing you with a direct path to industry certification and hands-on skills training in a high-demand field.
For more about Veteran and general Financial Aid information, contact the BOCES Health Careers Coordinator Mrs. Davis at 315-779-7230
Practical Nursing Instructors
Globe Building Watertown, NY
TBD
Please Note: If you have ever been convicted of a crime or are currently under charges for any crime, including DWI, this may jeopardize your ability to be licensed in New York State. Direct your questions to the New York State Office of the Professions with specific concerns.
