DUI and SC nursing schools

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Hello all,

I have just found out that I got into the nursing program here in SC. Unfortunately, I have a pending DUI charge from New Year's Eve. I thought I had read everything clearly about DUI and SC licensing for nurses but now am concerned that this will prevent me from accepting my place in school. I had understood that DUI conviction was not necessarily an offensed that would keep me from getting my license, but most things I find seem to be for people who have already been licensed getting a DUI. I don't have any other convictions and am not sure if this will come to trial before I finish the program. Anyone with recent experience with this that could help me understand my chances I would greatly appreciate your feedback!

I do recognize the seriousness of the situation and am not trying to excuse my behavior, just hoping that my mistake will not stop me from becoming a nurse. If it makes it harder fine, I can deal with that. Consequences are consequences.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

Moved to the Nursing Licensure With A Criminal History forum

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Specializes in Telemetry.

I have a friend that I'm in RN school with right now that has a prior DUI. She did tell the program when she applied and they were made aware. She just got finished applying for her CNA license. They BON made her bring in all kinds of court documents and jump through a ton of hoops, BUT she was able to get her certification and they assured her that getting her RN license would be doable as well.

My advise would be to contact your state's BON and ask them what you need to do. Good luck!

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