LPN to RN Distance Learning in Virginia

[hokiegunns]

What is the best way to get my RN through distance learning in VIRGINIA?? I don't think Virginia recognizes Excelsior, so what can I do? Does Virginia recognize Indiana State University? Does anyone know what my options are for LPN to RN distance learning in Virginia??? I am at a lost now that Virginia doesn't recognize excelsior!!! I was really counting on that!

[caliotter3]

I would call the Board in VA to find out which programs they do, or do not accept. Another way to find out is to call the school itself. Don't write a program off your list until you find out for certain what the current status is.

[chare]

the virginia board of nursing maintains the virginia board of nursing guidance documents webpage.

please refer to the guidance document 90-20, guidance on distance learning in rn or pn education programs for information on acceptable programs.

i hope this information was helpful.

[cfcgogo]

Virginia WILL accept an Excelsior credential IF you have 960 hours of practice time in another jurisdiction. You can gain those hours through a federal job or if you happen to be close to DC, this may be a viable option. While a bit discouraging, I am trying to think of this as paid clinical time. It is about the same number of clinical hours as required for a BSN .... but you get paid. If you can manage the logistics, it is not bad.