What education and training is necessary to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
A typical LPN program takes about a year to complete. Additionally, an exam must be passed and licensing must be obtained. There are programs available to help finance nursing education via grants and loans. The financial aid officer of the school of interest will have that information. Additionally, the FAQs section of Allnursingschools.com lists links to information regarding how to get federal aid applications and the Nursing Student Loan Forgiveness Program (NSLFP). Other sources such as Fastweb.com and CollegeScholarships.org offer resources and information for those wishing to pursue an education in nursing but need help with financing it. There may be some sources of financial assistance for the cost of the exam and licensing, as well.
