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B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing vs John D Rockefeller IV Career Center

CERT programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing
$5,620 vs $10,140

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
John D Rockefeller IV Career Center
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Program typeCERTCERT
Formatin personin person
LocationGlen Dale, WVNew Cumberland, WV
Length12 months12 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,620BEST$10,140
In-state tuition$10,140
Out-of-state tuition$10,140
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing or John D Rockefeller IV Career Center?

B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing is the more affordable option at roughly $5,620, compared to $10,140. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing and John D Rockefeller IV Career Center the same type of program?

Both are CERT programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing and John D Rockefeller IV Career Center?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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