LPN Articulation Program

Licensed practical nurses who are admitted to the Associate Degree Nursing Program are eligible for the articulation process into either the Traditional or the Non-Traditional tracks. The Traditional track works best for LPNs who have not been practicing in an acute care setting, and/or have not taken most of the general education studies and support courses, and/or can attend regular day time classes and clinicals. The Non-Traditional track works best for LPNs who are working in an acute care facility, and have most of their general education studies and support courses completed, and need to take evening and weekend classes and clinicals.

The articulation process grants 6 nursing credit hours for Fundamentals (N1101) for an unencumbered LPN license. L PNs may test out of Anatomy and Physiology (HLCA 1170 and 1171), Nutrition (FOSM 1110), and Maternal and Newborn Nursing (NURS 1109) for a total of 10 credits. The Traditional track is either 3 or 4 semesters depending on prior college work completed. The Non-Traditional track is 3 semesters, once pre-requisites are completed.
 

ARTICULATION PROCESS

• In order to receive credit for Fundamentals ( N1101), the LPN applicant must be admitted to the nursing program.  LPN applicants must be accepted through the same admission selection process as all ASN students. See Admission Requirements at http://www.fairmontstate.edu/academics/nursingdept/admit_assoc.asp
   
• In order to receive credit for Anatomy and Physiology (HLCA 1170 and 1171), Nutrition (FOSM 1110) and Maternal and Newborn Nursing (NURS 1109) , the LPN applicant must:
  • Arrange with Mrs. Heidi Mahaney, Nursing Administrative Assistant, 304-367-4133 to take the exam(s).
  • Pay exam fee by check (made out to FSU School of Nursing) in the Nursing Office to order test(s).
  • Successfully pass the exams by achieving the established minimum score.
     
• In order to receive credit for Written English I (ENGL 1104) and Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 1101) the applicant may take the Clep Examination by contacting Fairmont State Center for Workforce Education. Information about procedures for applying for examination is also available in the Student Affairs Office.