The Academy is launching a new Adult Education Program with two healthcare pathways — Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Fully funded by a NYS Department of Health Workforce Development Grant, so eligible participants pay no tuition. Evening classes begin Fall 2026.
LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
An 18-month evening program that prepares you to sit for the NCLEX-PN and earn New York State LPN licensure.
✔18 months
✔Monday–Friday, 5:00–8:00 PM
✔Leads to NYS LPN licensure (NCLEX-PN)
EMT
Emergency Medical Technician
A full-school-year evening program delivered with the Nassau County VEEB, preparing you for New York State EMT certification.
✔Full school year
✔Three evenings per week
✔Leads to NYS EMT certification
Why train with us
Built for people who work.
Tuition-free. Fully grant-funded — no cost to eligible participants.
Evening classes. A schedule that fits around a working life.
Real credentials. State-recognized licensure and certification.
Trusted partners. NYS Dept. of Health & Nassau County VEEB.
Career-ready. A direct path into stable, in-demand healthcare jobs.
Local. Right here at our Uniondale campus.
Open House — Thursday, August 13
Meet program staff and Nassau County VEEB representatives, learn about both pathways, and get your questions answered. When: Thu, Aug 13, 2026 · 1:00–3:00 PM Where: Our Uniondale campus Seats: Limited to 105 - register to reserve
Register and we'll email you the room, parking, and full venue details.
How to join
Four simple steps
1
Register your interest & RSVP for the Open House.
2
Attend the Open House to learn about both pathways.
3
Complete a short entry assessment (ELA + Math).
4
Admitted students are selected by assessment. Funded seats are limited (15 per pathway); others join the waitlist.
This is an interest registration, not an application for admission — and selection is competitive by assessment, not first-come.
Two in-demand pathways. No tuition.
The Academy is launching a new Adult Education Program with two healthcare pathways — Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Fully funded by a NYS Department of Health Workforce Development Grant, so eligible participants pay no tuition. Evening classes begin Fall 2026.
Questions
Frequently asked
What does it cost?
Tuition-free for eligible participants — funded by a NYS Department of Health Workforce Development Grant.
When do classes start, and what's the schedule?
Fall 2026. LPN meets Monday–Friday, 5:00–8:00 PM; EMT meets three evenings per week.
What credential do I earn?
LPN — New York State LPN licensure (NCLEX-PN). EMT — New York State EMT certification.
Is this an application?
No. The form is an expression of interest and Open House registration, not an application for admission. Admitted students are selected by a short ELA + Math assessment; seats are limited (15 per pathway).
Where is it held?
Our Uniondale campus. Register and we'll email you the exact address, room, and parking.
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