Do clinical hours from my Practical Nurse educational program count toward the required 1,000 hours of work experience?
No. The 1,000 hours must be as an actual LPN. Because the clinical component is completed after all coursework, current work experience as an LPN is necessary for student success in clinical. • Is it possible to complete this program while working full-time? Yes, it is possible, but not easy! You must be motivated, organized, and self-directed. The full-time option requires about 30 hours a week of study time; the part-time option requires about 20 hours a week. Online does not mean easy, it means accessible! • Is there an expiration or time limit on the required pre-requisite/support courses? No. • Can I apply while finishing the prerequisite/support courses? Yes, but we need a copy of your official transcript showing completion of the course(s) with a grade of C or above, before you can begin the program. Preference is be given to those who have completed all required support courses at the time of the application. • What are the application deadlines, and when will I know if I have
