Careers for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) are expected to grow at a faster than average rate, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, increasing 21 percent from 2008 to 2018. With this steady growth the need for reputable, affordable and accessible education programs for LPNs is growing. Online LPN programs can be the perfect answer for those seeking an education as an LPN but who need more freedom than the traditional education program offers.
University of Phoenix
The University of Phoenix offers a health-care certificates, an Associate of Arts degree in health-care administration, a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing as well as a Master of Science degree in nursing (with primary focuses on health-care management and health administration). Most programs can be taken almost entirely online (with in-person fieldwork required for some programs).
Online Campus
University of Phoenix
3157 E. Elwood St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
Kaplan University
Kaplan University offers several programs for those seeking a career as a licensed practical nurse. Degree programs include an RN to BS (registered nurse to Bachelor of Science) program and an RN to MS (registered nurse to Master of Science) program. As of 2010, total tuition for nursing students ranges between about $34,000 and $36,000 depending upon credit hours.
Kaplan University
550 West Van Buren St., 7th Floor
Chicago, IL 60607
866-527-5268
online.kaplanuniversity.edu
Indiana State University
Indiana State University offers students a Web-based learning experience paired with local clinical experiences for those seeking licensed practical nurse careers with aspirations to enter into a bachelor's program in nursing. Not all states recognize the LPN-to-BS track, so check with the specific state in which you plan to practice for further information. The Indiana State program is 96 hours.
Office of Admissions
Indiana State University
218 North Sixth St.
Terre Haute, IN 47809-1904
1-800-GO-TO-ISU
indstate.edu
Dover Business College
The Dover Business college LPN program is a complete online curriculum that allows students to become eligible to take the NCLEX-PN license examination. The program requires five quarters to complete.
Dover Business College
15 East Blackwell Street
Dover, NJ 07801
973-366-6700
doverbusinesscollege.org
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