How can I up-grade from LVN to RN in California online?
Asked by Just wondering...
I am the sole support for family and cannot attend school fulltime.

Best Answer:
Not likely you will be able to do it online. You will need to attend a college that offers night classes. Here is a site that may help you: http://www.nurse.ca.gov/steps.html There is an option to go from LVN to RN... "LVN 30 Unit Option Designed as a career ladder for Licensed Vocational Nurses wishing to become RNs. Takes approximately 18-24 months. No degree is granted upon completion. Most other states do not recognize California's LVN 30 Unit Option and will not issue RN licenses to these LVNs. Some LVNs prefer to complete an ADN program in order to obtain a degree and to have the flexibility to get an RN license in other states. Most ADN programs will give LVNs credit for some of the coursework they completed to become an LVN." If I were you I would do the ADN option... "Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Takes 2-3 years. Offered at many community colleges. Prepares you to provide RN care in numerous settings" ..MANY community colleges offer NIGHT TIME classes.. Good Luck

The need for RNs is becoming so acute, you can now do your study part-time. Occasionally this is even at a local community college. But it won't be on-line. No way to draw blood.
Answered by The 7th Son