LPN Nursing Schools

An LPN is a licensed practical nurse. While some states may recognize the title of LVN, which is a licensed vocational nurse, a LPN and a LVN are one and the same. The joy of this profession truly comes from knowing that you are helping someone who is sick and that you are making a difference in his or her life. That is probably one of the greatest driving forces that make people want to become an LPN.

Degree Options Through LPN Schools

You have four educational options to consider through either online or campus based LPN schools: a certificate program (which is one of the most popular), an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree, or a master’s degree. Obviously, each of these options will have benefits all their own.

A certificate program is a fast-track course that is designed to last roughly one year, and it is available in online format. Depending upon the LPN school that you choose, you can expect the average tuition to be around $2,000 to $5,000. Many factors play into that figure, including the individual school and the number of credits required to complete the program. The largest benefit of the certificate program is that it will get you to your ultimate destination quicker: working as a LPN.

An associate’s degree online or through campus based LPN schools usually takes about 2 years to complete. This degree will be slightly more comprehensive in that it will cover basic educational requirements, as opposed to only nursing credits. Again, depending on which educational institution you choose, the cost can vary but on average should be around $5,000 - $12,000. The benefit to this level of degree is that it will give you more room for career advancement.

The bachelor’s and master’s degrees are only essential to this profession in cases of advancement. You will not need these degrees to begin working as an LPN. However, if you are interested in furthering your education and your career, these are good options to consider.

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Internships Facilitated by LPN Schools

The internship will most likely be covered under the clinical hours of the curriculum that you take through your LPN school. A lot of this requirement depends on what your individual state requires for licensing; however, most certificate programs and associate’s programs will incorporate between 500 and 600 hours of clinical study. What this means is that you will spend about 6 months of your time working in a clinical setting.

During the internship you will be working under the supervision of a currently licensed, practicing physician, and you will find that an internship is probably the best asset to your career. Not only will your clinical internship give you chance to review what you learned in school, but it will also show you how those fundamentals are applied in a clinical setting.

References:

Holy Name Hospital,
www.holyname.org

Bureau of Labor and Statistics: Medical Assistants,
www.bls.gov