LPN Advancement
LPN-to-Associate Degree Nursing “Bridge” Program
The LPN-to-Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) “Bridge” Program is an option for LPNs who wish to earn an associate degree in nursing and qualify to take the NCLEX-RN.
Curriculum for LPN-to-ADN Track
College Course Pre-Requisites – These courses must be completed prior to beginning the “Bridge” program:
| BIO | 141 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 cr. |
| PSY | 230 | Developmental Psychology | 3 cr. |
| SDV | 100 | College Success Skills | 1 cr. |
| HLT | 105 | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | 1 cr. |
| * 9 credits for previously completed practical nurse coursework equivalent to NUR 104, 105, and 135 will be given following successful completion of LPN-to-ADN program. | |||
Following admission to the nursing program, the student will complete the following three-semester curriculum
First Semester: Spring Semester I |
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| BIO | 142 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 cr. |
| NUR | 180 | Essential of Maternal/NB Nursing | 3 cr. |
| NUR | 201 | Psychiatric Nursing | 4 cr. |
| NUR | 226 | Health Assessment | 3 cr. |
| ____ | ____ | Humanities Elective | 3 cr. |
Second Semester: Fall Semester I |
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| ENG | 111 | College Composition I | 3 cr. |
| ITE | 115 | Intro to Computer Applications | 3 cr. |
| NUR | 221 | 2nd Level Principles and Concepts I | 9 cr. |
| NUR | 236 | Principles of Pharmacology III | 2 cr. |
Third Semester: Spring Semester 2 |
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| NUR | 222 | 2nd Level Principles and Concepts II | 9 cr. |
| NUR | 237 | Principles of Pharmacology IV | 2 cr. |
| NUR | 255 | Nursing Organization & Mgt. | 3 cr. |
| CST | 100 | Principles of Public Speaking | 3 cr. |
Success Tip: Faculty members encourage prospective nursing students to complete all non-nursing and support courses required in the curriculum before beginning clinical nursing courses. A prospective student’s application for admission is strengthened by completion of most or all of the 24 credits of non-nursing coursework.
How to Apply to the LPN-to-ADN “Bridge” Program
The number of prospective students interested in enrolling in the “Bridge” program usually exceeds the nursing program’s capacity to serve; therefore, the admissions process is competitive. Careful attention to admission requirements is important, so make sure you complete them all.
Success Tip: Contact Kimberly Johnston, the Nursing Admissions Advisor, early in the process so that she can answer your questions and assist you as needed. Kimberly can be reached by telephone at 540-674-3600 extension 4204, or by e-mail at kjohnston@nr.edu
Important Due Date: November 1.
The due date for completion of all admissions requirements is November 1. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application requirements completed after the deadline will be considered for the following year.
Check List for Application Requirements
Forms
- Complete and submit college admission form to the nursing admissions advisor, Kimberly Johnston.
- Complete and submit nursing program application form to the nursing admissions advisor, Kimberly Johnston.
Requirements from High School
- Be a high school graduate or complete a GED.
- Complete a high school biology course (including a lab).
“Bridge” Information Meeting
- Attend an information meeting for students interested in the LPN-to-ADN “Bridge” Program (Dates and times will be posted on the website).
Testing
- Complete NRCC placement tests for reading, writing, and mathematics. (Contact the Student Development Office at 540-674-3609 to make an appointment to take necessary placement tests.)
- Complete the nursing program admission test: The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). Information for test dates and times will be posted on the website prior to the October 1 to November 1 testing period. [Priority for admission is given to students who score higher on the TEAS assessment. Please note that an applicant may take the TEAS test one time per year.]
- Complete the dosage calculation competency assessment with a minimum score of 75% correct. [Please note that applicants who fail to achieve 75% accuracy on the dosage calculation assessment must take NUR 135 and reapply the following year.] Further information will be posted for this requirement.
Required Credentials
- Hold a current unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia.
- Hold a current professional level CPR card. The CPR card must be valid to begin clinicals the first week of spring semester, and be kept current throughout enrollment in the program.
- Have a curricular GPA of at least 2.5 both at the time of application and prior to beginning NUR courses in spring semester. [Priority for admission is given to students with higher GPAs.]
Coursework
- Completion of all necessary developmental courses identified by placement tests prior to beginning the nursing program.
- Completion of BIO 141 with a ‘C’ or better. (Students may be concurrently enrolled at time of application. If accepted, the acceptance is pending completion of BIO 141 with a ‘C’ or better.
- Completion of PSY 230. (Students may be concurrently enrolled at time of application. If accepted, the acceptance is pending completion of PSY 230 with a passing grade.)
- Completion of HLT 105 (or HLT elective if student has a valid professional-level CPR card.) (Students may be concurrently enrolled at time of application. If accepted, the acceptance would be pending completion of HLT or the HLT elective with a passing grade.)
- Completion of SDV 100. (Students may be concurrently enrolled at time of application. If accepted, the acceptance is pending completion of SDV 100 with a passing grade.)
- Because of the challenge of nursing courses and the high number of clinical hours, faculty members strongly encourage applicants to complete as many of the general education and support courses as possible before beginning the nursing program. This practice correlates with student success. In addition to those listed above which must be completed, other courses that may be completed before beginning the nursing program are BIO 142, ENG 111, ITE 115, CST 100, and a Humanities Elective. [An application for admission is strengthened by completion of most or all of the 24 credits of non-nursing coursework.]
Dates for the TEAS Test
Students applying to the “Bridge” program will take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) between October 1 and November 1. The test will be given by appointment in a proctored setting. Dates, times, and testing process will be posted prior to the testing period.
Dates for Information Sessions for “Bridge” Applicants
Students applying to the “Bridge” program must attend an on-campus information session. Dates and times for fall meetings will be posted here.
Information for Completing the Dosage Calculation Assessment
Information on the procedure for completing the competency assessment for dosage calculation will be posted here.