Army LPN to Civilian RN/BSN - Doable? / Advice for becoming AF RN?

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Hi!

My goal is to become a BSN, Commissioned Officer in the Air Force. However, I don't have the best grades and don't think that I will be able to get into a 4year nursing school (with AFROTC) right off the bat. My pre-requisites are all A's and B's, but my other gen ED courses I did not take as seriously when I was younger so they have hurt my GPA. (Started going to college when I was 15)

I am looking into different routes of LVN to RN and LVN to BSN. I have always wanted to become a nurse and military nursing is my goal. I am currently a NREMT/state of California certified EMT-B. However, I have a few questions I hope someone can answer.

If I become an enlisted LPN through the Army Reserves (MOS68c), will I still be able to commission into the Air Force as an officer once I receive my BSN and my contract with the Army Reserve ends (or maybe even before it ends)?

If I do the Armys LPN program, am I able to enter into a civilian RN school with it? I've looked into LPN to RN programs in my area in Southern California and their applications all ask for "transcripts" from the LVN program I attended. Do I get a "transcript" from the army? I apologize for the ignorance.. I've done research but can't find many answers!

Anybody know if AIT is shorter for the LPN program if you already have your NREMT?

Does the AF have any programs for people who would like to become BSNs/RNs? I've looked into their NECP, but it requires active duty enlistment.

Anybody have any advice for my situation? Any and all advice would be very much appreciated. I have dreamt of being an RN since I was little, and the military is apart of my goals and plans. I would love to hear from anyone how I can make those goals happen! I'm planning on returning to my Army/AF recruiter soon, but I would love to hear from anyone else who has gone through this. Thanks again!

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What is your GPA?

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What is your GPA?

It's around the mid 2.0s. Approximately 2.5-2.7.

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You can commission into the Air Force once you complete your first enlistment. Your unit may release you before your contract ends. If you elect to receive any incentives (bonuses, kickers, etc.), you may have to repay them back for ending your contract early.

There are some California schools that have a LVN to RN bridge program. The 68C course provides you with a transcript upon completion of the course; however, the transcript does not include grades.

You will take the full 68C AIT even with a NREMT. NREMT is not part of the 68C curriculum.

First, raise your GPA. I believe most CSUs BSN require a minimum of 3.0. I would try Army ROTC, direct commission then enlisting - in that order if your goal is to become an RN.

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