Texas LVN to RN/BSN Programs

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio's LPN/LVN to ADN Bridge program is a fast-track option for licensed practical nurses aiming to elevate their careers to registered nursing. This 18-month, full-time program is meticulously designed to leverage students' practical nursing background, offering a curriculum that enhances clinical skills and theoretical knowledge. With four start dates each year, it accommodates working professionals seeking flexibility. The program's on-campus format ensures hands-on learning experiences, crucial for NCLEX-RN exam success. Graduates emerge ready to tackle diverse healthcare challenges and explore further career advancements in nursing.

• 18-month full-time program
• Four annual start times
• On-campus learning
• Prepares for NCLEX-RN
• Career advancement opportunity
• Builds on practical nursing experience
• Available at multiple campuses

Lone Star College System's LVN/LP to ADN Transition Track is designed for licensed vocational nurses and paramedics aiming to advance their careers to registered nursing. This campus-based program spans three intensive semesters, blending rigorous academic coursework with hands-on clinical experiences. It's tailored for those committed to full-time study, with a curriculum that includes in-person lectures, labs, and clinical rotations. Prerequisites range from 20 to 34 hours, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. The program emphasizes a cohort-based learning model, fostering collaboration among peers. Entrance requires a standardized healthcare exam and meets specific math prerequisites, making it a competitive yet rewarding pathway to RN licensure.

• Three-semester transition program
• Full-time, weekday classes
• 20-34 prerequisite hours
• In-person lectures, labs, clinicals
• Cohort-based learning model
• Standardized healthcare entrance exam
• Minimum math requirement

Grayson College offers an Associate Degree Nursing Transitional Entry (LVN-RN) program tailored for licensed practical nurses aiming to elevate their careers to registered nursing. This campus-based program condenses the transition into a rigorous three-semester track, emphasizing both academic and clinical excellence. Participants benefit from a curriculum that leverages their LVN experience, focusing on advanced nursing principles and hands-on clinical training across Texas and Oklahoma. Admission is competitive, requiring a 2.5 GPA, completion of prerequisites, and a background check. The program is designed to prepare graduates thoroughly for the NCLEX-RN exam, ensuring they meet the high standards of the nursing profession.

• 3-semester nursing track
• For licensed practical nurses
• NCLEX-RN exam preparation
• Clinical sites in TX/OK
• Competitive admissions process
• Points-based selection system
• Must maintain 2.5 GPA
• Comprehensive prerequisite courses
• Immersive clinical experiences
• Background check required

Laredo College's Associate Degree Nursing Transition Track is designed for LVNs and paramedics aiming to advance their careers to RN status. This 1.5-year program stands out for its affordability, with a total cost of around $10,000, and its exceptional outcomes, including a 97.87% NCLEX-RN pass rate and 100% job placement. The curriculum is tailored for working professionals, offering flexible learning options alongside comprehensive clinical training in various healthcare settings. Accredited by ACEN and approved by the Texas Board of Nursing, this campus-based program ensures students receive a rigorous academic foundation paired with hands-on experience, making it a top choice for career advancement in nursing.

• 1.5-year transition program
• For LVNs and Paramedics
• Approximately $10,000 total cost
• 97.87% NCLEX-RN pass rate
• 100% job placement
• Flexible learning options
• ACEN Accredited Program
• Texas Board of Nursing approved
• Campus-based instruction
• Comprehensive clinical training

The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest offers an LVN to ADN Nursing Program designed for licensed vocational nurses seeking to advance to registered nurse status. This hybrid program blends online coursework with in-person training, allowing students to earn their Associate of Applied Science in Nursing in about 80 weeks. It emphasizes patient-centered care, clinical reasoning, and professional development through a curriculum that includes over 512 lab hours and 384 clinical externship hours. Graduates are well-prepared for the NCLEX-RN exam and diverse healthcare environments. Applicants must have an active LVN license, pass the TEAS exam, and meet academic prerequisites.

• Hybrid online/on-campus learning
• 80-week program duration
• 512+ lab hours
• 384 clinical externship hours
• LVN to RN bridge program
• Houston Northwest campus
• NCLEX-RN exam preparation
• Multiple clinical practice settings