Nursing School Requirements and Application (LPN)

00:01 In this course, we'll take a look at some key things to consider when applying to LPN School.

00:07 This includes common entrance requirements, the application process, and more.

00:13 Now that you picked the LPN Program you wanna go to, what do you do now? Well, let's talk about LPN Course Prerequisites.

00:22 Most LPN schools don't require any college courses to start the LPN Program.

00:29 But some LPN Programs will require that you take their specific anatomy, physiology, or medical terminology courses, as prerequisites to the program.

00:41 Here's a tip for you though. If you plan on going to RN School, you may want to check on taking anatomy and physiology separately.

00:51 Most RN Schools won't take a combined anatomy and physiology course.

00:57 Know that some LPN schools could require a long-term care aide or a CNA license before you enter into the program.

01:06 Let's talk about 7 of the most common LPN entrance requirements.

01:11 Number 1, you've got to be 18 to enter into the program.

01:15 Now, number 2, you either need a high school diploma with an overall GPA of at least 2.0 or a GED.

01:24 And number 3, you could be asked to interview with the school.

01:29 Please take this seriously, because honestly, this could be a make it or break it kind of deal.

01:33 Now, number 4, an application to the school must be completed.

01:38 Now there is 4 common requirements under this application.

01:42 You may have to provide immunizations, a background check, proof of citizenship, and take a TOEFL test, otherwise known as the Test of English as a Foreign Language.

01:54 Now, number 5, if required, your prereqs need to be completed.

01:58 That anatomy and physiology course or maybe even that mid-terms.

02:03 Now, number 6, payment arrangements need to be made and established.

02:08 And, lastly, the entrance exam requirement is completed with a satisfactory score.

02:14 Here are some important info on the LPN application process.

02:19 First things first, when are the application cycles? Schools may have more than one admission period a year.

02:27 Here is a very important point, you've got to start early if you want to apply.

02:32 This really takes a lot more time than you think.

02:36 You will need to provide your criminal background history.

02:40 Educational background, school transcripts, and employment history.

02:45 You may also be asked to provide letters of recommendation or contact information for references.

02:51 Choose wisely here and make sure that the contact information you give them is correct.

02:58 Now, if your school requires an entrance test, you may be taking the test of Essential Academic Skills.

03:05 Or it's some sort of test, basically, which requires basic reading, math skills, science, English, and language usage.

03:14 Now some of those tests have proprietary materials, you may want to ask your school about this.

03:19 This could help you get a great score on this exam.

03:22 And the higher the score, the better chance of being accepted.

03:26 And some schools have a point-based system.

03:29 So if you take a tour, you can get a point.

03:31 Finish your application by a certain date, you score well on your entrance exam, all of these points can add up and put you much higher on that admission list.

03:42 And, yes, you do get ranked among other applicants.

03:46 Now, I do want to forewarn you as a student, the application and the test may cost you a fee, it's also usually non-refundable.

03:54 Now, lastly, many applications are turned away literally just because they're incomplete.

04:01 Really, this happens all the time.

04:04 So if you're one of those that you thought you got everything in, you really want to check.

04:09 Check with the school. Make sure all the documents required are done and received by the school.

04:15 Email, call, show up in person if you've got to.

04:18 There's a lot you've got to do, before going on your journey.

04:23 But ask questions, start early, and good luck.