Is it true that formal training for nurses startedin the 19th century?

Yes, formal training for nurses began in the 19th century, marked notably by the establishment of nursing schools and programs. Florence Nightingale's work during the Crimean War and her subsequent establishment of the Nightingale Training School for Nurses in 1860 in London were pivotal in formalizing nursing education. This period marked a shift towards organized training and professional standards in nursing.