Sit for LPN boards even if school doesnt offer it?

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Is it possible to sit for the LPN boards even if your program isnt a bi level program?

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

Do you mean if you are in an RN program can you sit for the LPN boards 1/2 way through? If so, it depends on the state/BON.

In NJ the first year of an RN program is NOT considered equivalent to an LPN program so an RN student is not eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN. The only exam that can be challenged is CNA after completing nursing fundamentals with approval of your instructor/program director.

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Yes. First find out if your state allows this. Then find out if your school will sign off on your application. Some schools do not do this for their students.

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Specializes in LTC.

All the above is correct. Your school must submit your application to the BON which then if approved you can write your boards to the NCLEX. So yes your school must allow this.

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thanks!

I doubt they would sign off on it for me...they used to be bi level..and then stopped. wish I could do it with out needing their permission.

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Ask. All they can do is say no.

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Specializes in LTC.

That is true. Worst case scenario would they would say no. Can you work as a CNA while completing RN program ?

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Specializes in NICU, Post-partum.
Is it possible to sit for the LPN boards even if your program isnt a bi level program?

Nope, because one of the requirements for most states is that you have a degree that would make you eligible specifically for the LPN.

That is why your program didn't specify...b/c it is not an option.

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Specializes in Acute Care, Surgery, OBGYN.
Nope, because one of the requirements for most states is that you have a degree that would make you eligible specifically for the LPN.

That is why your program didn't specify...b/c it is not an option.

What! You don't need a degree to be a LPN/LVN....:confused:

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Specializes in TELEMETRY.

in California... after your 3rd semester adn program u can apply for lvn boards...

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What! You don't need a degree to be a LPN/LVN....:confused:

Nope. The lpn program i am in is a certificate program no degree. (this is in mass)

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Geriatrics, LTC.

What! You don't need a degree to be a LPN/LVN....:confused:

It's not a 'degree' per se, but you have to complete an LPN program to sit for the LPN NCLEX. The LPN program is completely different from the RN. You do the LPN work, graduate with a certificate that says you are eligible to sit for the NCLEX. You must have that in order to sit for the exam. (At least in NY)

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