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I would go and get CNA first and then go for the LPN. Most of the LPN programs and even some RN programs are requiring students to already be a CNA. I have been a CNA for 5 1/2 yrs now and I must say that the experience I have gained has helped me out a whole lot with my LPN courses. I already have a set foundation and the LPN training is enhancing what I have already obtained throughout my career as a CNA & PCT. The CNA is really hands on and you will find out really quickly if nursing is right for you. As a CNA you spend alot of time with the patient and you work under the RN and will gain alot of experience. Good Luck on whatever you decide!!!

How are you guys doing so far? I am getting stressed now with finals and ati coming up!

Americare just got approved for their RN program. Right now they are giving priority to previous americare grads they have info sessions on the 19 and 20th of this month.

I'm not sure but I used the pell grant, along with federal student loans, and wia funding which covered all of my tuition.

I go full-time and I attend class 2 days a week and have 1 full day of clinicals.

I know that they accept federal student aid so I am pretty sure they do.

Also are the any students starting on September 13th with fundamentals and pharmacology? If so please reply to this post. May be we can start a study group or at least give each other advice and encouragement through our journey of becoming an LPN. :stdnrsrck:

Are there any Americare Institute graduates out there that can give me any advice about the program, experience while in the program and after graduation? I will be starting September 13th in fundamentals and pharmacology and would like to hear feedback from previous students.

:stdnrsrck:Congrats to all. I am attending Americare Institute in Schaumburg, IL for 10 months full-time.

Congrats on graduating:yeah: I will be starting fundamentals and pharmacology on the 13th. Do you have any advice you can give me about the program?

I will be attending Americare starting 9/13/2010 in fundamentals and pharmacology. So far my experience with them has been well. I will keep you all updated with my progress thru the program.