LPN to RN Transition

REGISTER NOW FOR NEXT CLASS STARTING JANUARY 2020!
LPN to RN Transition Frequently Asked Questions (click here)
YOU WILL LEARN:
  • The LPN to RN Transition program builds on the knowledge base of the Practical Nurse to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of a Registered Nurse based on current standards, guidelines and competencies documented in the nursing and nursing education
  • The LPN to RN Transition program is being established and implemented as a transition program which will award credit for the course work completed by the applicant during their PN educational program 
LENGTH OF PROGRAM:
900 hours 
Next 12 month class begins       January 2020
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2 - 3 days per week  
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
​(lab and clinical times vary)
Great!  I enjoy furthering my education to better my clinical judgement. ~ Ben C., current student

I have enjoyed lectures.  Very personable staff.  ~ Charlynn H., current student
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The LPN  to RN  Transition  program meets at our Main and  Extension Campuses:

Main:  308 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Extension:  1481 Yauger Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
REQUIREMENTS TO REGISTER:
  • Completed Application/Fee (non-refundable)
  • Official copy of high school transcript / diploma or GED certificate with scores
  • Pre-entrance tests (fee covered in application fee processes) with acceptable scores
    • ATI-PN Comprehensive Predictor (62% or higher)
    • ATI-PN Maternal Newborn Nursing (60% or higher)
  • Official transcript(s) for PN program of study and other course work being considered for transfer credit.  (Note:  Course syllabi may be required if through transcript course equivalency cannot be clearly determined).
  • Official transcript(s) from a regionally and/or nationally accredited organization demonstrating a grade "C" or above in each of the following courses:
    • Anatomy and Physiology I & II*
    • General Psychology
    • English Composition I
    • Algebra I
    • Microbiology
    • Human Growth & Development*
    • Maternal Newborn Care*
    • *Credit may be awarded through PN program work--determined through transcript/course syllabi   review and/or standardized testing.
  • Overall GPA of 2.5 or greater as determined through college and/or technical center transcripts
  • Current, valid, unrestricted LPN/LVN licensure in the State of Ohio
  • Current Medication Pass designation on LPN/LVN licensure (Note:  IV certification as a part of licensure is NOT required)
  • At least three (3) satisfactory references--two (2) professional and one (1) personal reference
  • If English is second language, must take the BEST Test with Aspire program
Additional requirements for consideration in the program include:
  • Interview with Program Administrator, faculty or representative of the Adult Education Program
  • BCI (state) and FBI (federal) background check
  • Certification:   Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider CPR.  Approved CPR certification must include a skills check-off component (Current certification must be in file for students to begin clinical--prior to the first scheduled patient care day).
  • Physician's Release (no restrictions)
  • Documentation of required Healthcare Worker immunizations
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES:
Licensure is available through the Ohio Board of Nursing NCLEX-RN licensure examination.  
Individuals successfully passing the licensure exam become a Registered Nurse.  The registered nurse is legally responsible and accountable for knowing the legally-defined scope of nursing practice.

KTC cannot guarantee or imply the transferability of credit received from this program.  We are currently evaluating potential articulation agreements and/or transfer options to assist the LPN to RN Transition Program completer on the pathway to becoming a BSN.
ACCREDITATION:
Knox Technical Center (Knox County Career Center - Adult Education) is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350.  Telephone: 770-396-3898, Fax: 770-396-3790, www.council.org. 

The School of Nursing is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and the Ohio Board of Nursing.