Glen Burnie's own ZIP code, 21061, has no state-approved practical nursing campus, which puts most local applicants within a 20 to 40 minute drive of one instead. That reality reframes the search: the real question isn't which school sits in Glen Burnie, but which Maryland Board of Nursing-approved program within commuting range fits your schedule and budget.
Arnold, Dundalk, Columbia, and Bel Air all host approved programs, and the best LPN programs in Baltimore also pull heavily from Glen Burnie's applicant pool, with tuition, seat availability, and clinical placement varying more between these campuses than most prospective students expect.
Admission screens, program length, NCLEX-PN pass rates, and Maryland licensure steps all factor into which option actually gets you working faster. Jump straight to the program list →
Where LPNs Actually Work Around Glen Burnie
UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center's Nursing Futures Program covers tuition, fees, and textbooks for current CNAs, MAs, and PCTs who commit to two years of employment after graduation, but it is not itself a state-approved LPN school. It's an employer-sponsored pathway: you still have to complete a Board-approved practical nursing program elsewhere and pass the NCLEX-PN before you're licensed. A separate small-cohort LPN Pathway pilot exists for patient care associates and mental health associates, and neither should be confused with UMMC's 8-week CNA course or its PCT apprenticeship, which produce CNAs and PCTs, not LPNs.
Where the Jobs Actually Are
Once licensed, Glen Burnie-area LPNs typically land in long term care nurse roles, skilled nursing facilities, physician offices, home health, and correctional or county health settings rather than hospital inpatient floors, which increasingly staff RN-only units. MedStar Health hires LPNs into home care roles, and the Anne Arundel County Department of Health posts Community Health Nurse openings open to both LPNs and RNs. UMMS hospitals, including BWMC, employ LPNs for direct patient care in select outpatient and skilled units, while Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis leans more heavily on RN staffing for acute care.
Scope of Practice Shapes the Job
Maryland LPNs work under RN or physician direction, not independently. IV therapy requires additional certifications for LPNs, and even then an RN must be on site or reachable by phone. IV push medication and midline catheter insertion are off-limits, with a narrow dialysis-facility exception for IV push. Specialized infusion and nutrition support are treated as skilled nursing functions requiring extra training.
Because no state-approved practical nursing program sits inside Glen Burnie itself, most students train in Baltimore, Dundalk, or Arnold, then commute back into Anne Arundel County to work.
Online and Hybrid LPN Options for Glen Burnie Students
Let's clear up the marketing spin first: despite what some online LPN schools might suggest, no practical nursing program, in Maryland or anywhere else, can be completed entirely online. You will still need to demonstrate skills in person and complete supervised clinical rotations, and Maryland regulations keep that hands-on instruction at approved sites. If a website promises a fully online LPN credential that leads to Maryland licensure, treat that as a red flag rather than a shortcut.
What "Hybrid" Actually Means Here
When Maryland programs describe hybrid LPN programs, they mean something specific: didactic coursework, the lectures, readings, and exams covering anatomy, pharmacology, and nursing theory, delivered online or in a blended format, paired with in-person skills labs and scheduled clinical shifts at partner facilities. State rules allow virtual instructional sessions capped at a few hours each, but require lab and clinical work to begin in person within a couple weeks of the related online content, and testing generally happens on-site with identity verification built in. It's a real option for working students juggling shifts and family obligations, but it's not a low-commute, low-effort path.
Where This Shows Up Near Glen Burnie
Documented hybrid delivery near the 21061 corridor currently centers on adjacent nursing-related training rather than confirmed practical nursing programs specifically. Accelerated BSN options and CNA certificate tracks in the region have published hybrid formats with online theory and in-person labs, which suggests the same structure is plausible for area PN programs, though individual schools don't consistently publish their delivery format online. Don't assume based on a marketing page.
Before You Commit
Confirm two things directly with the school: that any hybrid claim includes Maryland-based, in-person labs and clinicals, and that the program appears on the Maryland Board of Nursing's approved list. If it's not there, no amount of flexible scheduling will get you eligible for the NCLEX-PN in this state.
Approved Practical Nursing Programs Within Commuting Distance of 21061
Every program below appears on the Maryland Board of Nursing's list of approved practical nursing programs, which is the first filter any Glen Burnie applicant should apply before looking at tuition or start dates. Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold is the closest option at roughly 12 miles, while the Baltimore County, Howard County, Carroll County, and Cecil County community colleges extend the search radius to about 40 miles. Where the Board's list names a program without specifying the credential or teaching format, we have left that cell blank rather than guess.
| Program / Institution | Campus Location | Approx. Drive from Glen Burnie | Credential Awarded | Delivery Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Arundel Community College Practical Nursing | 101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012 | About 12 miles | Practical Nursing, Certificate | Evening and weekend program combining classroom, skills lab, and supervised clinical experiences |
| Baltimore City Community College Practical Nursing | 2901 Liberty Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215 | About 20 miles | Practical Nursing Certificate | Classroom lectures, skills lab, and supervised clinicals in acute care and long-term care facilities |
| Community College of Baltimore County, Dundalk Practical Nursing | 7200 Sollers Point Road, Dundalk, MD 21222 | About 25 miles | Practical Nursing Certificate | Theory paired with clinical training in acute and long-term care facilities |
| Howard Community College Practical Nursing | 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 | About 25 miles | Practical Nursing Certificate | Classroom, skills lab, and supervised clinical experiences preparing students for LPN practice |
| Carroll Community College Practical Nursing | 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157 | About 38 miles | Practical Nursing program (credential type not listed by the Board) | N/A |
| Cecil College Practical Nursing | 1 Seahawk Drive, North East, MD 21901 | About 40 miles | Practical Nursing program (credential type not listed by the Board) | N/A |
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Admission Requirements for Maryland Practical Nursing Programs
No Maryland practical nursing program near Glen Burnie admits students with zero prerequisites, every approved school in commuting range screens on coursework, grades, and health clearances. Here is what to assemble before you apply.
- High school diploma or GED plus a qualifying GPAA diploma or GED is the baseline everywhere. Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, and Hagerstown Community College all list a 2.0 minimum just to be scored, and statewide the working range is roughly 2.0 to 2.5. Treat the minimum as the door, not the standard, admission is competitive, and stronger science and math grades separate applicants.
- Entrance exam: ATI TEASThe TEAS is the standard exam across Maryland practical nursing admissions. CCBC requires an overall score of at least 58.7% with a reading subscore of 69%, and applications submitted without a TEAS score are not evaluated. Hagerstown sets a 60% total with the same 69% reading floor. AACC's current practical nursing materials do not confirm a TEAS or HESI A2 requirement, so verify directly with the nursing office before testing.
- Prerequisite courseworkAACC lists CHE 011, CHE 111, BIO 101, and PSY 111. CCBC requires BIOL 110, 220, 221, and 230. Hagerstown expects PSY 101, BIO 203, BIO 204, ENG 101, and MAT 090 completed by the application deadline, with sciences taken within the last seven years. A grade of C or better is generally required, anything lower must be repeated before you are eligible.
- CNA/GNA certification, usually not requiredThis is the question behind most 'no prerequisites' searches. AACC, CCBC, and Hagerstown do not require CNA or GNA certification for entry into practical nursing. That does not make these programs open-admission; the prerequisite courses and exam still apply. CCBC does operate a separate CNA-to-LPN pathway that treats the credential as a stepping stone.
- Background check, drug screen, and health clearancesAACC, CCBC, and Hagerstown all require a criminal background check before clinical placement. Expect a drug screen, a physical exam, documented immunizations, and current CPR certification as well. Clinical sites set these terms, and a failed clearance can end a seat offer even after acceptance.
- Application cycle timingAACC's deadline is January 30 for a summer start, with applications typically opening in October. CCBC's evening and weekend cohort deadline is November 15; other tracks run on separate timelines. Because prerequisites and testing must be finished before you apply, start assembling transcripts, TEAS scores, and health records a full year out.
How Long LPN School Takes in Maryland, and What the Schedule Looks Like
Full-time versus part-time is the first fork in the road. Most Maryland practical nursing certificates run right around 12 months when you attend full-time and carry through summer terms. Stretch that same coursework across evenings, weekends, or a lighter load and completion can push toward 18 months or longer. Neither path is wrong. The question is how much of your week you can hand over to school and clinicals.
Credit Load and Clinical Hours
These are credit-bearing programs, not just clock-hour courses. Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold and Harford both build around 41 credits, while CCBC Dundalk runs 46. The additional credits reflect how each college packages classroom theory, skills lab, and supervised patient care.
Required clinical hour totals are not published for these programs, so treat any specific number you see elsewhere with caution. What is documented are placement sites. AACC rotates students through hospitals covering acute care, obstetrics, and pediatrics, plus extended care, rehabilitation, home health, and outpatient psychiatric settings. That range gives you a realistic picture of where clinicals for LPN programs in Baltimore actually happen.
Day, Evening, or Weekend
This is where working students should look closely. AACC offers its program on an evening and weekend schedule only, with no daytime or part-time cohort stated. CCBC Dundalk is more flexible, listing a fall day cohort, a summer day cohort, and a spring evening/weekend option. Even with an evening track, keeping a full-time job through clinical rotations is difficult, since LPN clinicals are frequently scheduled during weekday shifts.
The Hidden Timeline
The official program length rarely tells the whole story. Prerequisite semesters, competitive waitlists, and the gap between graduation and your scheduled NCLEX-PN exam date can each add weeks or months. Budget for that before you commit.
From Application to Maryland LPN License: The Steps in Order
Every Glen Burnie student takes the same route to a Maryland practical nursing license, and the order matters. Knowing which step comes next helps you plan around the parts you cannot rush.
Board Approval, Accreditation, and NCLEX-PN Pass Rates
Is the LPN program you're considering actually approved to prepare you for licensure, or just accredited? These are different questions, and only one of them determines whether you can sit the NCLEX-PN.
Check Approval Before You Enroll
The Maryland Board of Nursing keeps a public list of approved practical nursing programs, updated periodically (last refreshed July 2026). Before you enroll, confirm your program appears on it. A listing marked "conditional" or "provisional" means the board has flagged concerns, often tied to pass rates or curriculum, and is watching the program under a corrective timeline. It's not disqualifying, but it's worth asking the school directly what triggered it and what's changed.
Approval vs. Accreditation
State approval is the non-negotiable one: without it, graduates aren't eligible to test for licensure at all. Accreditation from a body like ACEN is a separate, voluntary quality marker that some employers and LPN to RN in Maryland bridge programs prefer. College of Southern Maryland, for example, holds both MBON approval and ACEN accreditation1, but approval is the floor every program must clear.
Reading the Numbers Honestly
Maryland's statewide first-time NCLEX-PN pass rate was 89.57% in the most recent fully reported year, well above the national 81.50% and the state's required minimum of 73.35%. Anne Arundel Community College posted 100%, CCBC Dundalk 87.69%, and the BCCC LPN program 65.22%, the lowest in the region. Small cohorts (Anne Arundel tested 19 first-timers, BCCC 23) mean a handful of results can swing the percentage sharply. Ask any program for three years of data, not one, before judging it.
Maryland Nursing Board data as of Sept 2026.
Getting Licensed as an LPN in Maryland
What LPNs Earn in the Baltimore Metro
Glen Burnie sits inside the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro, so metro wage data is the closest read on local LPN pay.
Top LPN Programs Serving Glen Burnie Students
Below are the top practical nursing programs serving Glen Burnie students, ranked by cost, outcomes data, and program fit. Each entry covers where the campus sits relative to the 21061 ZIP code, how the program is delivered, and the published cost and completion figures for the institution. Program-level earnings are not yet published for these certificates, so the debt and net price figures that follow describe each school overall rather than the nursing program alone.
How we ranked these
- Median graduate debt loads
- Institution graduation rates
- Net price after financial aid
- Program approval and accreditation
- Commute distance and delivery format
- College Scorecard graduate earnings — collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Internal program database
- Independent editorial research
- IPEDS institutional survey data from NCES covering graduation rates, retention rates and student-faculty ratios — nces.ed.gov
Anne Arundel Community College
Anne Arundel Community College gives Glen Burnie students a genuinely local option: alongside its main campus in Arnold, the college runs a Glen Burnie Town Center site on Crain Highway N. inside the 21061 ZIP code. The practical nursing certificate is a 41-credit, one-year program with evening and weekend scheduling, clinical rotations in medical-surgical, obstetric and pediatric units, and a total program cost the college lists at under $6,500. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $4,322, the average net price across all students is roughly $14,900, and the graduation rate is about 31 percent. Those cost and completion figures describe the whole college, not the nursing certificate specifically.
- One-year certificate totaling 41 credit hours
- Program tuition under $6,500 per the college
- Evening and weekend schedule built for working adults
- Clinical rotations in medical-surgical, obstetric and pediatric units
- Skills practice on simulation equipment
- Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing
- Scholarships and financial aid available
- Prepares graduates for the NCLEX-PN exam
Practical Nursing, Certificate or Diploma — Hybrid
Saint Michael College of Allied Health
Saint Michael College of Allied Health is a private allied-health college in Washington, DC, roughly 40 miles southwest of Glen Burnie, and its practical nursing program runs entirely on campus. Students choose either a 14-month day track or an 18-month evening track, both built around 1,604 hours of theory and clinical training. The college posts the highest institution-wide graduation rate in this group at about 83 percent, but it is also the most expensive option here: tuition and fees run about $19,405, the average net price is near $38,750, and median federal debt at graduation is roughly $17,700. Admission requires an entrance exam with 76 percent in reading and 70 percent in math.
- 14-month day track; 18-month evening track
- 1,604 hours of theory and clinical training
- Entrance exam requires 76% reading and 70% math
- $75 application fee due upon acceptance
- Morning classes run 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Evening classes run 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Campus-based in Washington, DC; no online option
- High school diploma or GED required
Practical Nursing Program, Certificate or Diploma — On-Campus
Standard Healthcare Services-College of Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing, usually called Standard College, is in Falls Church, Virginia, roughly an hour southwest of Glen Burnie, and delivers its practical nursing diploma in a hybrid format with online lectures, on-campus skills labs, and clinical placements at partner facilities. Full-time students finish in 14 months and part-time students in 18, covering 1,350 contact hours that include 400 clinical hours. The school reports an institution-wide graduation rate of about 66 percent and an average net price near $35,700, with median federal debt at graduation around $14,750; tuition and fee totals are not reported for the institution. Admission is competitive, with roughly 28 percent of applicants accepted.
- Hybrid format: online lectures, campus skills labs, clinical placements
- Full-time track in 14 months; part-time in 18 months
- 1,350 contact hours including 400 clinical hours
- School targets an 80% NCLEX-PN pass rate
- Clinical rotations in acute, long-term and ambulatory settings
- 24/7 access to online resources and case studies
- Non-credit vocational diploma program
Practical Nursing Program, Certificate or Diploma — On-Campus
Carroll Community College
Carroll Community College sits in Westminster, on the opposite side of the Baltimore metro from Glen Burnie, so it makes the most sense for students who live or work in Carroll County. Its practical nursing certificate is a 60-credit pathway that also requires acceptance into the college's RN associate degree program, which suits students who already intend to continue past the LPN credential; science prerequisites must be completed within five years. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $4,308, the average net price is roughly $2,725, and the graduation rate is about 39 percent. Median federal debt at graduation is around $11,750.
- 60-credit certificate linked to the RN associate degree
- Admission requires concurrent acceptance into the RN program
- Minimum 2.5 GPA for admission
- Science courses must be completed within five years
- C or better required in every course
- Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing
- Clinical coursework runs across fall, spring and summer
Practical Nursing Certificate — On-Campus
Harford Community College
Harford Community College in Bel Air is roughly 35 miles northeast of Glen Burnie and offers a 41-credit practical nursing certificate that finishes in 12 months with a spring start. Clinical work covers medical-surgical, mental health and maternal-pediatric nursing, and graduates can articulate into Harford's RN associate degree or other Maryland nursing programs. Admission is selective, with a TEAS score of 58.7 plus prerequisites in anatomy, English and psychology. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $4,032, the average net price is roughly $9,234, the graduation rate is about 39 percent, and median federal debt at graduation is around $9,800.
- 12-month certificate totaling 41 credit hours
- Spring start with selective admission
- TEAS exam score of 58.7 required
- Prerequisites in anatomy, English and psychology
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Clinicals in medical-surgical, mental health and maternal-pediatric nursing
- CPR/BLS certification, background check and drug screening required
- Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing
Practical Nursing Certificate — On-Campus
Prince George's Community College
Prince George's Community College is in Largo, about 30 miles southwest of Glen Burnie, which makes for a longer commute than the Baltimore-area options. Its 47-credit LPN certificate is campus-based at the Center for Health Studies and articulates directly into the college's RN associate degree, so students have a defined next step after licensure. Prerequisites include Anatomy and Physiology I and II along with General Psychology, and core courses include Foundations of Nursing Practice. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $4,034, the average net price is roughly $8,672, the graduation rate is about 18 percent, and median federal debt at graduation is around $10,500.
- 47-credit LPN certificate with a direct RN articulation path
- Core courses include Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Prerequisites include Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- Campus-based at the Center for Health Studies
- Graduates eligible for the NCLEX-PN exam
- Prepares students for hospitals and long-term care
Nursing (LPN) Certificate — On-Campus
Community College of Baltimore County
Community College of Baltimore County is the nearest Maryland community college to Glen Burnie after AACC, with its practical nursing certificate taught at the Dundalk Campus roughly 15 miles north. The 12-month, 46-credit program runs three cohorts a year (fall day, summer day, and spring evening and weekend), and an admission track lets graduates continue into the RN program. Entry is competitive, requiring a 2.0 GPA minimum, a satisfactory TEAS score, and a $50 application fee. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $4,432, the average net price is roughly $9,844, the graduation rate is about 19 percent, and median federal debt at graduation is around $11,500.
- 12-month, 46-credit certificate at the Dundalk Campus
- Three cohorts: fall day, summer day, spring evening and weekend
- Three start dates per year
- Minimum 2.0 GPA plus a satisfactory TEAS score
- Option to continue into the RN program
- Competitive admission with limited enrollment
- Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing
- $50 application fee
Practical Nursing, Certificate or Diploma — On-Campus
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore City Community College is in northwest Baltimore, about 12 miles from Glen Burnie, and its practical nursing certificate spans 45 credits across three semesters. Applicants need 13 prerequisite credits that include anatomy, physiology, microbiology and computer literacy, plus a biology placement exam. Coursework covers adult health nursing, maternal-child nursing, medication calculation and nursing practice, and the program is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $3,314, the average net price is roughly $16,000, and the graduation rate is about 17 percent; a median debt figure at graduation is not published for the college.
- 45-credit certificate completed across three semesters
- 13 prerequisite credits required before admission
- Prerequisites include anatomy, physiology and microbiology
- Biology placement exam required
- Courses cover adult health, maternal-child and medication calculation
- Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing
Practical Nursing Certificate — On-Campus
Northern Virginia Community College
Northern Virginia Community College is in Annandale, Virginia, roughly an hour southwest of Glen Burnie, and its practical nursing program is a full-time certificate completed in 12 to 14 months. Classes meet evenings and weekends at the Reston Technology Center, and admission requires a current Virginia CNA license plus a proficient ATI TEAS score, a combination that puts the program out of reach for many Maryland applicants. Institution-wide, in-state tuition and fees run about $5,891 for Virginia residents, out-of-state tuition and fees are about $12,409, and the average net price is roughly $9,919. The graduation rate is about 33 percent, and median federal debt at graduation is around $11,000.
- Full-time certificate completed in 12 to 14 months
- Eight sequential courses ending in a capstone
- Evening and weekend classes at the Reston Technology Center
- Current Virginia CNA license required for admission
- ATI TEAS proficient score required
- Clinical placements within about 50 miles of campus
- Approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing
- NCLEX-PN exam fee is $200
Practical Nursing Program, Certificate or Diploma — On-Campus
Fortis College-Landover
Fortis College in Landover is a private career college roughly 30 miles southwest of Glen Burnie, and its practical nursing program leads to a diploma built around hands-on clinical training and flexible class schedules. The college leans on career services and connections to local employers to help graduates move into nursing roles, and financial aid is available. Institution-wide, tuition and fees run about $16,522, the average net price is roughly $26,578, the graduation rate is about 47 percent, and median federal debt at graduation is around $9,500. The program prepares graduates for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam.
- Diploma pathway with hands-on clinical training
- Career-focused classes on convenient schedules
- Career services and employer connections for graduates
- Financial aid available
- Prepares graduates for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam
