Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing - Heritage Valley Health System

The art and science of nursing begin here.

We are now accepting applications for the Class of 2028, with classes beginning in June 2026.

Important Notice to Students 5-20-2026

Heritage Valley Health System, Inc. (“HVHS”) has entered into an Affiliation Agreement with Allegheny Health Network as part of a proposed change in ownership involving the Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing. In connection with the affiliation, HVHS will merge with its subsidiary, Valley Medical Facilities, Inc., which will continue to own and operate the School of Nursing.

The proposed transition remains pending approval. During this process, there are no changes to classes, clinical experiences, program requirements, or anticipated graduation timelines. School operations will continue as normal, and our commitment to providing a high-quality nursing education remains unchanged.

Updates will be shared as additional information becomes available. Questions may be directed to the School of Nursing office at 412-777-6204.

Contact Us: 412-777-6204 or SONAdmissions@hvhs.org

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We are now accepting applications! Learn more about Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing

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About Us

We proudly claim a reputation for providing high-quality nursing education, one which prepares graduates to enter the practice of nursing. Graduates of our school maintain a high degree of success on the PA State Board of Nursing licensing exam, NCLEX-RN, as evidenced by a consistently high first-time pass rate for graduates.

Graduates are eligible to take the same Registered Nursing Licensing Exam (NCLEX-RN) required of graduates from Associate Degree (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs, which allows entry into the nursing practice.

Our full-time program offers full-tuition scholarships. Please see our Admission Qualifications/Requirements section for information on these scholarships.

To find out more about our School of Nursing program, please visit our School of Nursing Brochure and School of Nursing Catalog.

Please read more about the School of Nursing End of Program Outcomes.

Why Choose Us?

We offer a strong clinical program built on the foundation of humanities, as well as behavioral and natural sciences
Smaller class sizes and individualized instruction
Become an RN 22 months
Our program has multiple articulation agreements with surrounding colleges/universities which allow graduates to complete a Bachelor of Science degree of Nursing.

School Partnership

Addressing the needs of the professional nurse and changing healthcare demands, the school recently entered into a partnership with CCBC.

This relationship enables students to earn up to 30 general education credits while working toward achieving their diploma in nursing.

Students will receive all of their science courses and general education credit requirements from CCBC, as coordinated with your HVHS School of Nursing advisor.

Graduates benefit by having a broad educational base for their nursing practice, as well as having CCBC credits to transfer toward their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

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If you have a question or comment for the Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing, please fill out the form below, and one of our Admissions counselors will be in touch.

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NCSBN Regulatory Requirement

As of July 2020, the Diploma nursing program at Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing meets the state education requirements for a Registered Nurse license in the states of Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio. It has not been determined if the Diploma nursing program at Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing meets the state education requirements in any other US state or territory. Contact the State regulatory agency for nursing in any other state for which this information is needed: https://www.ncsbn.org/14730.htm

Pennsylvania: State Regulatory Agency for Nursing

Ohio: State Regulatory Agency for Nursing

West Virginia: State Regulatory Agency for Nursing

FAQs regarding the impact of 34 CFR 668.43 on nursing programs: https://www.ncsbn.org/ProfessionalLicensureReq-FAQs.pdf

Contact Us

We are located on the Heritage Valley Kennedy campus, which makes it easy for our students to gain the hands-on experience they need from current and former nurses. Our building is called the W. Laird Davis Center of Learning.

Address

25 Heckel Road
Kennedy Township, PA 15136

Admissions Contacts

Phone: 412-777-6204
Email: SONAdmissions@hvhs.org

We also have a General Questions Form on our Prospective Students page.

Nondiscrimination Policy

It is the policy of Heritage Valley Health System’s School of Nursing to not discriminate in the selection of students to the education program on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex, national origins, or physical handicaps. This policy adheres to the regulations and provisions of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Rehabilitation Act of 1972, Section 604; the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act of October 27, 1965 PL 47, and the Internal Revenue Procedures 73-20, Section 4, 85-1.

Heritage Valley Health System is dedicated to promoting gender equity, which includes coordinating with the Hospital’s efforts to prevent and effectively respond to all forms of gender discrimination, including gender identity discrimination, and sexual misconduct impacting community members, including sexual assault, sexual exploitation, sexual harassment, domestic violence and stalking. For more information please review our Nondiscrimination/ Sexual Misconduct policy.