IV Therapy Certification

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Hi, I'm a LVN in Houston, Texas. I would like to obtain an IV Therapy Certicate, but I'm having difficulty finding a college/school that provides this course. Any suggestions?

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I've had the same issue. I'm from the Midwest and could kick myself for not doing my IV cert there. Readily available in Nebraska. But since I have been in New Mexico, it seems next to impossible to find. I'm now looking out of state. Good luck.

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Specializes in LTC and Pediatrics.

Yeah it seems to be difficult to find those classes. I am looking for them too.

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Specializes in Home health, Addictions, Detox, Psych and clinics..

I didn't think you needed a separate IV certification for NM as an LPN.

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I didn't think you needed a separate IV certification for NM as an LPN.

Yes, you do.

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Thank you all for responding. I found that TSU has an IV certification course. Their next course will be Sept 16. It's from 8 am - 5 pm

I'm planning to take it that day. Good luck to you all as well!

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Specializes in CNA, LVN, RN.

In California, the IV Cert is an "official" certification that can be added to your license. I don't think that's the case in many other states. However, it is offered at many schools, private and public, and ranges from $300-$500 (3 day course) and you also get 30 CEUS. I also have a TX LVN license and found that IV cert classes aren't really offered anywhere and its something based on facility policy that allows LVNs to do IVs.

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Thank you! I've been looking too & thought U of H or Sam Houston would have one but couldn't find one. I live in Magnolia but I'll go down to S. Houston for a one day course! Thanks!í ½í¸€

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Hi, I'm a LVN in Houston, Texas. I would like to obtain an IV Therapy Certicate, but I'm having difficulty finding a college/school that provides this course. Any suggestions?

Thank you! I've been looking too & thought U of H or Sam Houston would have one but couldn't find one. I live in Magnolia but I'll go down to S. Houston for a one day course! Thanks!������

Probably difficult because Texas BON does not require LPN to be IV certified, but only recommends it. The facility you work at will dictate whether they allow it or not.

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My original LPN license was from Indiana 2001 and when I applied to get license in Ohio at came as LPN-MEDS. I need the IV endorsement. Any one know where I can take the class near Lima, Ohio?

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