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Wow, this is interesting. I have only known of forensic nurse practioners. I am not sure what an LVN would do with this certification. As an RN, you could be a SANE nurse, but that is only for RN's and not LVN's. I would see what it is you could do with this certificate before I would spend the time taking it. If nothing else, a good continuing ed for your LVN license renewal...
Hi Jadelpn I appreciate your feedback. I thought since the program is the same whether you were an RN or LVN it might be worth having. I understand what you are saying though and your right, RN's have the option/flexability to really pursue that field further then an LVN. In the event that I decided to go back for my RN, I already have that certificate. I guess thats a positive and maybe somewhere I can get a job within correctionals that does not require me to be an RN. :) I guess thats the beauty of having options,huh? lol
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Hi Everyone :)
Im new to this forum and would love any feedback on the matter. I have my LVN license and have a strong passion for forensics. I have been tossing some ideas around for what career path to choose. In the meantime I have been working on getting my bachelors in Sociology with a minor in criminal justice, while working as an LVN. Hoping long term apply to law school and move into criminal law. I still have about 2 years or longer for my Bachelors, since I am only able to go to school part time. I have been wondering if it would not only be interesting, but worth trying to get the Forensic Nursing Certificate through University of Riverside extension program in the mean time. I know they allow LVN's not just RN's to take this program. Any thoughts? Has anyone taken this program and found it beneficial to add to your LVN and resume. I have found many post on RN's but not much feedback from a LVN's perspective. :) would be greatly appreciated!