Johns Hopkins, MedStar, and UMMC: Maryland's Hybrid LPN Students Train at the Best
Maryland's hybrid LPN programs offer something no amount of online coursework can replicate: clinical rotations at hospitals that define modern medicine. Johns Hopkins Health System — consistently ranked #1 or #2 in the world — accepts nursing students from Maryland's community colleges for clinical placements. MedStar Health operates Georgetown University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, and facilities across the DC-Maryland corridor. University of Maryland Medical Center is the state's flagship academic trauma center. Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), Anne Arundel CC, Montgomery College, and Prince George's CC all deliver hybrid practical nursing with online theory and clinical rotations at these institutions.
The strategic value of Maryland's hybrid path extends beyond the clinical experience itself. The Baltimore-DC corridor is one of the highest-concentration hospital markets in the country — NIH, Walter Reed, FDA, and dozens of federal health agencies add government nursing positions with GS-scale pay, federal benefits, and pension. Your online theory coursework covers the same pharmacology and care planning as any state, but your clinical resume says Johns Hopkins or MedStar. Average salary is $70,700/year. Maryland is an NLC compact state, so your license works in Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, and DC-area states. Community college tuition runs $5,000–$10,000 while private programs charge $20,000–$35,000.
Hybrid LPN Schools in Maryland
Programs listed offer online or hybrid theory with in-person clinical hours at Maryland locations. Always verify current enrollment status with each school directly.
Maryland LPN Licensure Requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Governing Body | Maryland Board of Nursing |
| Program Accreditation | Must be state board-approved |
| Minimum Clinical Hours | 400 hours |
| Licensure Exam | NCLEX-PN (Pearson VUE) |
| Background Check | Required prior to clinical placement |
| CPR Certification | Required before clinical start |
| Drug Screening | Required by most clinical partner facilities |
| Immunizations | Per program/facility requirements |
LPN Salary in Maryland
Licensed Practical Nurses in Maryland earn competitive wages. Average annual salary is $70,700 ($33.99/hour). Salaries vary by region, experience, and employer type.
- Baltimore: $72,400/year
- Bethesda: $74,800/year
- Top employers: LTC facilities, home health agencies, physician offices
After gaining experience as an LPN, many Maryland nurses pursue bridge programs. Learn about LPN-to-RN pathways →