LPN Transition Program

The following is a description of current program requirements. Students who enrolled previously should consult the catalog for the year in which they began the program, and/or their advisor.

Area

Nursing

Degree

Associate of Applied Science Degree: LPN Transition

Length

Two semesters following completion of all prerequisite courses (*non-LFCC graduates will be required to take a licensed practical nurse (LPN) transition course in addition to the established two semesters of study).

Purpose

The LPN to ADN Transition is designed to prepare LPNs, with a current unrestricted license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the opportunity to pursue a curriculum which will provide them with an associate of applied science degree and eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN).

The LPN to ADN Transition is an academically challenging program. The program is open to men and women who provide evidence of interest, motivation and aptitude in the area of health care. Students shall be selected on the basis of established criteria and without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability. Students with disabilities who meet admission requirements, pass the physical/mental exam, submit the physical examination and are able to perform as student nurses in the clinical setting are eligible for admission. It is the responsibility of the student to meet the physical/mental requirements for state licensure. Satisfactory background search, drug screen and fingerprinting are also required.

Occupational Objectives

Registered nurse employed in civil service, clinics, community health services, day-care centers, health departments, home health, hospitals, industry, long-term-care facilities, military service, primary care offices or private duty.

Admission Requirements

Requirements to the LPN to ADN Transition are specific and admission is selective and competitive. All admission requirements must be completed in order to be considered for in the selection process. IN all cases, the recommendation of the selection committee is the final determinant for admission to the nursing program. Nursing program criteria are under review at the time of catalogue publication. Current information may be obtained from the Division of Science and Health Professions.

Application to Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC)
LFCC placement tests (if required*) and competition of any developmental work (through MTH 03, ENG 01, ENG 04) that may be identified by the placement tests. Students must place into MTH 04 and ENG 111 to satisfy requirements and remediation.
Graduation from high school or certificate of general educational development (GED); official copy required.
High school algebra, biology and chemistry with a minimum grade of C or better; may substitute an entry-level course in each subject
Computer competency (ITE 115) or IC³ test.
Completion of Nursing Program application with all required transcripts.
Competition of all prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better by the end of spring semester preceding NUR 221.
Minimum grade point average
- All admissions are conditional upon successful completion of background, drug and psychological screening in addition to physical exam. Of 2.5

Curriculum Specifics

The LPN to ADN Transition provides selected students with advanced placement into the ADN Program. Admission is open to men and women who provide evidence of interest, motivation and attitude in the area of health care.

Summer semester

NUR 115: LPN to ADN Transition	2 credits
NUR 226: Health Assessment	3 credits
Total	5

Fall semester

NUR 221: Second Level Nursing Principles and Concepts I	9 credits
NUR 180: Maternal/Newborn Nursing	3 credits
Total	12

Spring Semester

NUR 222 Second level Nursing Principles and Concepts II	9 credits
NUR 255: Nursing Organization and Management	2 credits
Total	11