Thousands of Florida nursing students got fake diplomas in alleged scheme

More than 7,600 fake nursing diplomas issued in Florida in alleged wire fraud scheme

Jan 27, 2023 by CBS News

Key Facts

  • The Department of Justice said Wednesday that the schools, now closed, allegedly issued more than 7,600 fake and unearned nursing diplomas.
  • According to charging documents, many of those involved in the alleged scheme are from out-of-state, including people from New York and New Jersey.
  • "Not only is this a public safety concern, it also tarnishes the reputation of nurses who actually complete the demanding clinical and course work required to obtain their professional licenses and employment," Lapointe said.
  • "This undermines everything the nursing profession represents and stands for and is in direct opposition to the Code of Ethics for Nurses," she said.

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