How does an LPN training course compare with RN and LPN programs?

Answer 1

Generally, an LPN program is one-year. It is offered by tech schools and community colleges. An RN program is either two years (Associate degree), which is offered by a tech school or community college, or a four-year BSN program offered by a university. The longer the program, the more in-depth it is and the more responsibility the graduate is able to assume. LPN do not do invasive procedures like draw blood and start IVs, for example. This site offers a comparison of LPN v. ADRN: http://www.mstc.edu/pdf/ComparisonLPNandRNroles.pdf Salaries for an ADRN are $1500-$2000 more per month, depending on the job, the institution and the location. BSNs are often in supervisory roles and earn more still.