Lpn student instead of rn

[Austincb]

I really just wanted to go the rn route and be finished but we have 4 kids, I'm in home health care and my client isn't sleeping well which means I'm not either! After a lengthy discussion my husband and I feel it's best for me to go for Lpn then bridge. My oldest needs braces every vehicle is on it's last leg etc etc. is anyone else facing these challenges? I HATE to wait a year in between finishing Lpn school and going to the bridge program but ill be working on my BSn pre-Reqs so it won't be a waste.

[LadyFree28, BSN, LPN, RN]

Go for it!!! Just make sure your programs are COMPLETE curriculum, and won't max out your financial aid!!! I have been noticing in my area how schools are missing Peds and/or Maternity classes and some who are MORE expensive than RN programs...DO YOUR RESEARCH.

Also, get help ASAP if you don't understand. If you already a CNA and your struggle and cannot make it in the program, you CANNOT transfer into an RN program, I believe....It may be relative if your prerequisites are good, but I remember a classmate that did not do well, although their prerequisite grades were really good..some RN schools have the thought if you cannot do well in a LPN program, your are going to struggle in the RN program.

I got my LPN because I had test anxiety and did not pass in RN school the first time. Returned eventually (worked for 7 years) and got my BSN in May. Just giving a dose of reality for someone who's been through the trenches. With that being said, I wouldn't change my path if life for NOTHING! Good luck all !!! :)