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I was wondering if there is such a thing as an online program to become an LPN or an RN. I know there are tons of RN-BSN programs online, but was wondering what online programs there are for non-nurses. Excelsior only takes people with certain medical backgrounds. There are 2 community colelges in my state (NJ) that have online ADN programs, but I live nowhere near their campus and would not be able to attend the clinicals. Any suggestions?

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There are virtually no totally online nursing schools. You have to attend clinical training somewhere.

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I was wondering if there is such a thing as an online program to become an LPN or an RN. I know there are tons of RN-BSN programs online, but was wondering what online programs there are for non-nurses. Excelsior only takes people with certain medical backgrounds. There are 2 community colelges in my state (NJ) that have online ADN programs, but I live nowhere near their campus and would not be able to attend the clinicals. Any suggestions?

I've noticed that you've been posting lots of threads related to for-profit LPN programs, and now you're inquiring about online RN programs. What about trying out a local community college or state college? Yes, it would be more competitive, but you'd be dealing with reputable institutions and getting a quality education without getting yourself into mega debt. Are you in a hurry to get through a program and get licensed? Have you taken any pre-requisite courses yet?

As for online programs for those without a RN license ... I honestly didn't even know that those programs existed. I think it's best for someone with no nursing knowledge to be immersed in the curriculum and be able to interact with students/instructors. Online education just doesn't provide that. But, that's just my :twocents:

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Yes, there are several online RN programs for those who are not nurses. Also, to elaborate, when I said online, I meant online lectures, with the clinicals being in-person. Here are the 2 programs in NJ (they are out there):

http://www.ocean.edu/academics/programs_of_study/nursing/one.htm

http://www.mccc.edu/~martinl/

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In regards to my pre-requs, I already have a BS so I have English and Math completed. Starting Sep. 21, I will be taking A&P I online at Ocean County CC. I'm thinking of enrolling in an online medical terminology course along with A&P since the school I want to attend has that class so I can transfer it in and then only worry about the nursing classes. Once I complete A&P II the following semester, I would then enroll in NS.

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