Berkshire Community College offers an LPN mobility program. Those applying to the program must have a current license to practice as an LPN in good standing as well as pass a challenge exam with a grade of 75 or higher. Upon passing the challenge exam, the candidate is awarded 17 hours of credit for basic nursing courses. The student must then enroll in the first nursing course for registered nursing students within three years. Prior to beginning the program, students must complete a bridge course given in the summer. Upon successful completion of the bridge program, graduates can sit for the state licensure exam for registered nurses.
Berkshire Community College
1350 West St.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
413-499-4660
berkshirecc.edu
Bristol Community College offers an LPN to RN bridge program. Small class sizes and high standards make this program particularly competitive. Candidates must take the summer bridge course which helps in the transition from vocational to professional nursing. After completion, students receive credit for two semesters of nursing or 16 hours. In addition, they must pass the challenge exam on nursing fundamentals with a grade of B or higher. Candidates must have graduated from an LPN program no longer than five years prior to admission and hold a current LPN license in good standing. Priority is given to qualified applicants currently working as LPNs.
Bristol Community College
777 Elsbree St.
Fall River, MA 02720
508-678-2811
bristolcc.edu
Cape Cod Community College offers an LPN to RN bridge program in the fall. All applicants must hold a current LPN license. The bridge course, which must be taken prior to admission, is offered in the late spring semester. Upon completion of this transitional course, students are awarded two semesters of nursing credits and are then admitted to the third semester of nursing. Candidates must provide proof of current immunizations, submit to a drug screen and show current CPR certification. Cape Cod College also offers an evening program option. Coursework and clinical rotations are scheduled for evenings and alternating Saturdays.
Cape Cod Community College
2240 Lyannough Rd.
West Barnstable, MA 02668
877-846-3672
capcod.edu