Difference Between an LPN and a ASN?

Question

Whats the difference? Do I need an LPN to apply for ASN? What pre-reqs are needed? Anyone heard of Southwest Baptist University...if so whats their program like?

Answer 1

First you asked about the differences -

http://www.nursingjobshelp.com/rn_or_lpn...

ASN stands for Associate of Science in Nursing.

By earning an ASN, a person becomes a Registered Nurse (RN). There is a definite shortage of RN's in the United States, so earning a degree to become a RN will lead to a multitude of job openings.

An ASN has a focus on technical nursing skills rather than on theories of nursing. So, many potential nurses tend to enjoy the program since it involves a great deal of hands-on practice instead of only textbook work.

Choosing to earn an Associate of Science in nursing is a good option for anyone who wants to begin working in the field of nursing quickly and who wants to have excellent earning potential. Yes, it is possible to begin working sooner if a person instead opts to study in a one-year program to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). However, an LPN (or LVN-the two titles designate the same position, but are used in different areas) will not earn as much income as an RN. So, if increased income opportunities are important (which they are for most people), earning an ASN may be the way to go.

It is wise, though, to do some research before you choose a nursing college. Programs vary from one location to another. You want to make sure that the ASN program you choose will fulfill the requirements of your state. You can find out about your specific state requirements online.

Many nurses choose to earn their ASN for another reason as well. Although it is a good degree in its own right and it does enable a nurse to become a RN, it also is a stepping stone for earning a Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN). If a nurse completes her ASN, which is a two-year program, then she only needs to complete two more years of schooling to earn her BSN, which is a four-year program.

RN's are in high demand in hospitals and other medical establishments across the country. So, earning an ASN can really increase a nurse's career opportunities and earning potential. For more information, see

http://www.nursingdegreesource.com/assoc...

LPN stands for Licenced Practical Nurse.

If the college or university offers an LPN to RN completion program, it could take approximately 1 1/2 years to complete once the student starts to professional phase of the program. The length of time to complete this program also depends on the institutions general education requirements. In other words, the student may have to complete, anatomy and physiology I and II, Microbiology, chemistry, general and child psychology, sociology, English composition I and II, and humanities electives before hand if they have not been completed already. Each institution may have requirements particular to its own program.

St. John’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences Southwest Baptist University.

Offers programs leading to the Associate of Science in Nursing and degree completion program for registered nurses who wish to earn the Bachelor of Science in Nursing. They offer special programs to emergency medical technicians and licensed practical nurses who wish to continue their careers in health care through earning their ASN and taking the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.

With an average class size of 24 students and a student to professor ratio of 14:1, you’ll get to know your professors well.

Admissions to the school of nursing

http://www.sbuniv.edu/collegeofnursing/n...

Course Requirements (2008-2009):

http://www.sbuniv.edu/academics/SBU_Cata...

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