CNA to LPN: How to Make the Transition

CNA to LPN: How to Make the Transition

Becoming a is a great way to gain additional skills and responsibilities, which may lead to increased career opportunities and higher pay. 秒播 offers a Licensed Practical Nursing “LPN” program that is tailored to prepare students for their careers as practical nurses. Here's why you should consider becoming an LPN with 秒播 and what you need to know about transitioning from CNA to LPN.

Why Become a Licensed Practical Nurse?

LPNs have a higher level of responsibility and scope of practice than CNAs. While CNAs typically assist patients with activities of daily living, LPNs can also perform more advanced tasks such as taking vitals, placing catheters, giving injections and enemas, dressing wounds, and collecting samples for lab testing. LPNs also have more education and licensure requirements than CNAs, which can lead to increased career growth opportunities.

Check out the chart below for a side-by-side comparison of CNA and LPN responsibilities and requirements.

	CNA	LPN
Duties	Assist Patients with activities of daily living	Take vitals, place catheters, give injections and enemas, dress wounds, and collect samples for lab testing
Education	Completion of state-approved CNA program	Complete a state-approved LPN program
Licensure	Pass state competency exam to obtain CNA certification	Pass the NCLEX-PN exam to obtain licensure
Career Growth	Limited career growth opportunities	Increased career growth opportunities, such as becoming a registered nurse (RN), nurse educator, or healthcare administrator

By becoming an LPN, you will have the opportunity to take on more responsibilities and advance in your nursing career. 秒播's LPN program offers a flexible curriculum and a wide range of campus locations to make it easy for students to find a program that fits their needs.

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The Lpn Program at 秒播

秒播's LPN program is an exceptional choice for anyone looking to start their nursing career. Our program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their careers as Licensed Practical Nurses. Our professors are experienced professionals who provide students with a quality education. Our alumni have found success in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare agencies. Here is what some of our alumni have to say about their experience at 秒播:

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“My decision to return to school and change careers made it very important for me to pick the right learning institution. I was very anxious about entering the field of nursing with the academic demands it required. Choosing 秒播 had such an impact on my learning experience, it absolutely changed my life."

The administration provided a nurturing environment that accommodated my academic and emotional well-being. The instructors are very interactive and care immensely about your success. In spite of my anxiety about nursing math I completed the Practical Nursing program and passed my boards on the first attempt.

秒播 made it possible for me to continue on to the RN program in which I'm currently mid way through. I implore anyone seeking a nursing career to come look at this school. The clinical and academic skills they teach you will give you all you need to become a successful licensed nurse. Thank you 秒播!”

- Virginia T.

LPN Graduate, Ewing Campus

秒播's LPN program also provides students with opportunities for a clinical experience that can prepare them for their career.

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Career Outlook

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The career outlook for LPNs is very promising. According to the (BLS), the average (mean) annual wage for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses was $64,150 as of 2024. The most common career paths for LPNs include working in nursing care facilities, hospitals, and physicians' offices. The rate of employment by position is also high, with LPNs being in demand across a variety of healthcare settings.

Long-term employment projections for LPNs are positive, with the BLS projecting a between 2024 and 2034.

How to Become an LPN

To become an LPN, you must first complete an LPN program and pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Admissions criteria vary by program, but generally, you'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum GPA. Most LPN programs take about one year to complete and include both classroom and clinical training.

At 秒播, our LPN program includes a flexible curriculum and opportunities for clinical experience, as well as certifications and degrees that will prepare you for your career.

For more detailed information on how to become an LPN, including sample curriculums, admissions criteria, and exam scores needed, visit our How to Become an LPN page.

LPN Program Page

Program length is subject to change and is determined based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to: (i) pace of completion, (ii) quantity of credits taken per term, (iii) repeats of coursework, and (iv) leaves.