Note: If you are a current administration, faculty, or staff of a Virginia approved education program or wish to establish an education program in Virginia, please visit our Educational Program Administration page.
The Board of Nursing regulates in-state educational programs for pre-licensure nurses (RN/LPN), Medication Aides and Nurse Aides. Current regulations for all programs types are located under practitioner resources.
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