B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing
About the program
The B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing will begin accepting applications in January 2026 for the 2026-2027 class that begins in September 2026.
The school utilizes a pre-admission exam from the National League for Nursing. The exam must be completed no earlier than May 1 of the year prior to application and no later than May 15th of the application year. More information regarding the entrance exam will be provided once the application is received.
If you have a high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma, you are only one short year away from pursuing a nursing career with a certificate from the B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing. A fully qualified, professional faculty directs a course of study that includes classroom training plus valuable hands-on clinical experience at Reynolds Memorial Hospital and other healthcare related facilities. Graduates from this program are eligible for the State Licensed Practical Nurse Exam that enables the successful individual to practice nursing in any setting under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or licensed dentist.
Mission: The mission of the B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing is to prepare graduates for employment as a practical nurse in diverse health care settings and to provide a foundation for lifelong learning and collaboration.
B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing Director: Terri Lyons, RN, MSN
Contact Us: email [email protected] or phone: 304-843-3255
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 7 am – 3 pm
Graduate statistics for the most recent class (2024):
Graduation Rate: 88.2%
National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) First Time Test Taker Pass Rate: 100%
Employment Rate: 100%
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B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing Brochure
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State Requirements for Licensure
The B.M. Spurr School of Practical Nursing, conducted by Reynolds Memorial Hospital, is approved by:
WV State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses
101 Dee Drive
Charleston, WV 25311-1688
304-558-3572
877-558-5767
https://lpnboard.wv.gov/
The school is also nationally accredited by:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: 404-975-5000
www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation with Conditions. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at www.acenursing.org
Net Price Calculator
— Cost
Q. How much will this program cost me?
A.
- Tuition and fees: $5400
- Books and supplies: $1150
- On-campus room and board: not offered
What other costs are there for this program?
The amounts shown above include costs for the entire program, assuming normal time to completion. Note that this information is subject to change.
— Financing
Q. What financing options are available to help me pay for this program?
A. Financing for this program may be available through grants, scholarships, loans (federal and private) and institutional financing plans. The median amount of debt for program graduates is shown below:
- Federal loans: $0
- Private education loans: $0
- Institutional financing plan: $0
Additional Information
Other costs for this program
No additional information provided.
Job Placement Rate Information
Name of the accrediting agency this placement rate is calculated for: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
Who is included in the calculation of this rate?
All students who completed between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014
What types of jobs were these students placed in?
The job placement rate includes completer hired for: Jobs within the field
Positions that recent completers were hired for include: Practical Nursing
When were the former students employed?
Completers employed within 9 months following graduation.
How were completers tracked?
Alumni survey and telephone contact with previous graduates.
Additional information related to this program and/or the information provided above
The School operates a 12 month Program beginning in September of each year. Potential students contact the school for application deadline prior to April each year.
More information on jobs related to this program
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: http://online.onetcenter.org/link/summary/29-2061.00
— Success
Q. How long will it take me to complete this program?
A. The program is designed to take 12 months to complete. Of those that completed the program in 2013-2014, 100% finished in 12 months.
Q. What are my chances of getting a job when I graduate?
A. The job placement rate for students who completed this program is 89%.