Finding CNA to LPN Course

asun21ta · Dec 13, 2009

Sorry, but there really isn't a course like that if you are in the PA/DE/NJ area. You have to apply and go through the ropes just like those who have no medical experience. I would recommend applying to technical schools and community colleges if you are interested in becoming an LPN. (I am told, the LPN courses are getting shorter though) However, there are no classes with transferable credits that you take as a CNA. There are LPN to RN/BSN programs. Some LVN/LPN schools offer classes with transferable credits so their students can further their careers if they choose. Often, these are used to transfer into an LPN-RN program.

Good Luck

ctmed · Dec 13, 2009

In Lousiana, if you take CNA at some colleges, it can let you out of 1 class for LPN if you take LPN at that same college. However, from asking around, this is an exception rather than the rule nationwide and statewide. More than likely, you will have to start from scratch.

CNA just is not considered academic - worthy, unfortunately. It is a certification, not a liscense.

emmasma · Dec 14, 2009

Although the academic portion does not transfer, I have heard that the experience of being a CNA makes it easier to get through the classes because it is all stuff you see in action already instead of being new and scary. It also gives you relavent work experience so it should be easier to get a job when you graduate.

caliotter3 · Dec 14, 2009

In Lousiana, if you take CNA at some colleges, it can let you out of 1 class for LPN if you take LPN at that same college. However, from asking around, this is an exception rather than the rule nationwide and statewide. More than likely, you will have to start from scratch.
CNA just is not considered academic - worthy, unfortunately. It is a certification, not a liscense.

This is pretty much the way it is around my area. Most of the community colleges do not grant academic credit for the CNA program; however, some do. It just depends on the school. You will find out the details when you research the various CNA programs in your area.