CNA to LPN Programs Cleveland, OH

The need for certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, and registered nurses has never been higher. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nursing careers have one of the highest growth projections of all fields. As a CNA, you can easily climb the nursing career ladder to expand your abilities as a health care professional and achieve your long-term goals. Pursuing the next step on the ladder requires enrollment in a practical nursing program. You may qualify for advanced placement, credit for prerequisite courses, or preference in the selective admissions process. Practice as a licensed practical nurse will give you greater opportunities to interact with registered nurses and collaborate with them in the development and implementation of patient care plans. The practical nursing program will prepare you to assume a broader role in the management of patient care and to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses and obtain your license.

Cuyahoga Community College

The practical nursing program at Cuyahoga Community College is delivered as part of a career ladder, concept-based curriculum that is designed to foster nursing career mobility. State tested nurse aides may transition seamlessly to practical nurse certification to the associate degree in applied science in nursing. After completing the first year of the program, STNAs will be awarded a Certificate of Proficiency in Practical Nursing and be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN. Applicants must apply to the two-year, Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Nursing to gain entry to the career ladder program. Course topics include anatomy and physiology, contemporary mathematics, introduction to healthcare concepts, introduction to patient care concepts, fundamentals of nursing concepts, concepts of nursing care for patients in community settings, life span development, role transitions, and nursing care of childbearing families. The duration of the program is 12 months. Day and evening schedules are available.

Admission criteria:

• Must complete the prerequisite coursework with a minimum 2.5 GPA – a grade B or higher
• STNAs may be exempt from the completion of the two prerequisite nursing courses
• Must have a high school diploma or GED – submit transcript to the Registrar
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 from Tri-C with a minimum of 9 credit hours from any course used to meet the general education requirements
• Take and pass the HESI A2 with a minimum score of 75% on Math and English
• Complete and pass a background check that includes fingerprinting and BCI check
• Must have current CPR for Healthcare Providers Certification

Tuition costs $1,494.48 per semester for in-county students and $1,848.96 per semester for Ohio residents. Books and supplies cost an additional $2,000.

• Website: https://www.tri-c.edu/
• Address: 700 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
• Phone: 216-987-4067
• Fax: 216-987-4287
• Email: nursing@tri-c.edu
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 91.49%

Hondros College of Nursing

A State Tested Nursing Assistant will not receive advanced standing credit in the practical nursing program at Hondros College, but will be better positioned for entry and success in the nursing program. STNAs could improve their chances of admission by completing the prerequisite nursing classes before applying to the program. The PN curriculum includes 670 clock hours of theory and hands-on training. Clinical rotations may be scheduled as soon as the second term of the program. The program is designed to supply students with the hard and soft skills required for success in the field. Course topics strategies for successful nursing professionals, introduction to anatomy and physiology, basic math and dosage calculation, fundamental concepts of practical nursing, critical thinking for the practical nurse, concepts of practical nursing in the care of elderly patients, intravenous therapy for the practical nurse, concepts of mental health nursing for the practical nurse, transition to practical nursing practice, and application of clinical judgment in practical nursing practice. Graduates will earn a practical nursing diploma after completing 48 quarter credits and will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX for Practical Nurses. They will be prepared to provide safe, quality, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care to diverse patients across the lifespan. The duration is 12 months. Day and evening schedules are available.

Admission criteria:

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident of the United States
• Submit official un-expired government-issued documentation needed for admission (driver’s license, state ID, passport, or proof of citizenship)
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older at the program start ddate
• Submit a completed application and non-refundable application fee
• Must complete the Student Online Readiness Survey
• Must be a high school graduate or possess the recognized equivalent of a high school diploma
• Complete and sign the Enrollment Agreement and pay any applicable fees
• Take the HESI Admission Assessment Exam and obtain a cumulative score of 70% or higher – the applicant must cover the cost of the test
• Must complete an interview with an Admissions Representative
• Complete a satisfactory federal and state background check via electronic fingerprint check with National Background Check, Inc. (NCBI) or Viewpoint and pay the applicable fee
• STNA candidates must provide documentation of current registration

Tuition for the program is $17,568 plus an estimated $4,136 for books, materials, and other fees. The technology package costs an additional $690. Financial aid is available for eligible students.

• Website: https://www.hondros.edu/
• Address: 4100 Rockside Road, Independence, Ohio 44131
• Phone: (800) 783-0095
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 100.00%

Central School of Practical Nursing

The practical nursing certificate program at CSPN prepares STNAs and persons with no prior experience in health care for a career as a practical nurse. The four-level program comprises of 1,240 clock hours of theory and practical training. Course topics include mathematics for nursing, nutrition, human growth and development, clinical experience, anatomy and physiology, introduction to patient care, nursing care procedures, pharmacology, medical surgical nursing, psychological aspects of nursing, advanced nursing procedures, home care/community nursing, NCLEX-PN review course, pediatrics, geriatric nursing, and obstetrical nursing. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX for licensure as a practical nurse. The duration of the program 46 weeks. Students meet two days in the classroom and two days at an offsite facility for clinical rotations. Class times are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Community clinical times are typically 6:45 am  to 4:00 pm.

Admission criteria:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED – submit official transcript or official GED results
• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application
• Must be a resident of Ohio
• Submit transcript of any college courses completed
• STNAs may submit documentation of registration for exemption from prerequisite courses
• Must complete the Eligibility Criteria Form found on the online application
• Must complete the entrance exam with a passing rate of 70% Reading and 68% Math – the entrance exam is waived for applicants with a two or four-year degree from an accredited college or those with passing HESI, ACT, or WorkKeys scores
• Complete the Student Nursing Perspective questionnaire
• Provide proof of medical insurance
• Submit a signed Statistical Data Form
• Complete a background check and drug screen through Integrity Verifications
• Pay the non-refundable $30 fee for the applicant file review
• Complete a physical exam that includes immunization records or titers
• Provide proof of COVID vaccination or medical exemption only
• Must have a current CPR for Healthcare from the American Heart Association
• Submit a signed Enrollment Agreement
• Submit TB blood work test or 2-step TB
• Submit a signed State of Ohio Student Disclosure Form

The total cost of tuition is $18,300 and includes the administration fee. Books, supplies and uniforms cost approximately $1010. Other expenses include background check, drug testing, and FBI check.

• Website: http://cspnohio.org/
• Address: 4700 Rockside Road, Summit 1, Suite 250, Independence, Ohio 44131
• Phone: (216) 901-4400
• Fax: (216) 901-4020
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 66.67%

Auburn Career Center

STNAs may enroll in the practical nursing program at Auburn Career Center and prepare for practice as a practical nurse. The curriculum delivers a total of 1,200 clock hours of theory and hands-on training in the classroom, lab, and local health care facilities. The emphasis of the training is the delivery of high quality nursing care to clients at any state of wellness or illness across the lifespan. Areas of study include fundamentals of practical nursing, mental health, medical surgical nursing, pediatric nursing, maternal child nursing, intravenous therapy, transition to practical nursing, and preparation for the NCLEX. Students are expected to be on time for each class and/or clinical per the school’s Attendance Policy, and follow the schedule outlined for the program. Students cannot miss more than 60 hours for the program. Graduates will be prepared to sit for the NCLEX for Practical Nurses. Through a partnership with Lakeland Community College, graduates may also continue their education through Lakeland’s Associate Degree program. Classes meet Monday through Friday for the on-campus and clinical sessions.

Admission criteria:

• Must take the ACT WorkKeys® pre-entrance exam and earn a total of 14 points across the WorkKeys sections, Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information, and Locating Information with a minimum of 4 points on each
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Complete a satisfactory background check and drug screen
• Submit a physical exam report indicating up-to-date immunizations and negative TB test or chest x-ray
• Must submit satisfactory references – at least two
• Must attend an orientation before the start of classes
• Provide documentation of STNA registration in Ohio

The program cost of $17,626 includes books, uniform, supplies, and NCLEX-PN testing fees. Financial aid and monthly payment plans are available to qualifying students.

• Website: https://www.auburncc.org/Default.aspx
• Address: 8140 Auburn Road, Concord Twp., OH 44077
• Phone: (440) 357-7542
• Fax: 440-358-8012
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 100.00%

Cuyahoga Valley Community College

STNAs may apply for advanced placement in the practical nursing program at Cuyahoga Valley Community College. Placement is determined on a case-by-case basis. The curriculum consists of 1,200 contact hours of theory and practical training. Areas of study include the nursing process, maternal nursing, pediatric nursing, adult and geriatric nursing, health promotion techniques, leadership, pharmacology, critical thinking and clinical decision making, care of the client through lifespan, and behavioral disorders. Instructors will also integrate training in intravenous therapy and medication administration. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The duration of the program is 10 months. New students are admitted in the fall semester, beginning in August and ending in June the following year. Class times are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Clinical times vary. There’s also a 21-month part-time program available which begins in September. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday, Thursday with clinical training every other weekend. A daytime schedule (10:00 AM – 3:30 PM) is available in odd years and an evening schedule (4:30-9:30 PM) in even years. Clinical days in the month of July are 6:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Admission criteria:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Take and pass the pre-entrance WorkKeys test
• Submit a completed application for admission with supporting documentation after successful completion of the entrance test
• Attend an enrollment meeting
• Submit a completed physical exam report including current immunization and negative TB test
• Submit documentation of current STNA registration
• Complete criminal background clearance with fingerprinting – applicants who have been convicted of specific crimes will be denied admission to CVCC’s practical nursing program
• Submit to drug screen
• Must have current CPR card for Health Care Providers

Tuition for the program is $14,600. Books, pre-entrance test, uniforms, supplies, and fees cost an additional $2,315.

• Website: https://www.cvccworks.edu/Default.aspx
• Address: 8001 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141
• Phone: (440) 526-5200
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 57.41%

Lorain County Community College

The practical nursing program at Lorain Community College is open only to current state registered nurse aides. Students will acquire knowledge and skills to function in the role of a licensed practical nurse after successful completion of the requirements. The technical certification covers 42 credit hours of theory and practical coursework. Course topics include body structure and function, introduction to medications, fundamentals of medical-surgical nursing, introduction to psychology, maternity nursing, pediatric nursing, management in geriatrics, and introduction to. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX for licensure in Ohio. Through articulation agreements, they will also be eligible for advanced placement in registered nursing programs in colleges and universities.

Admission criteria:

• Must submit official high school or GED and college transcripts to the LCCC Records Office
• Submit official college transcripts
• Must obtain satisfactory placement assessment in mathematics
• Must hold active STNA status and have completed an approved nurse aide training program
• Must have a GPA of 2.0 for all college courses completed at any institution of higher education
• Complete all deficiencies shown in the placement assessment process with a grade C or better
• Submit a completed application form
• Take and pass the ATI TEAS exam with the achievement of basic level of academic preparedness

Tuition costs $1,848.36 per semester for in-county residents and $2,150 for out-of-county residents. Expenses for books, supplies, uniforms, and fees must be added to the cost.

• Website: https://www.lorainccc.edu/
• Address: 1005 N Abbe Rd – Elyria, OH 44035
• Phone: 1-800-995-LCCC
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 100.00%

Ross Education

STNAs may enroll in the practical nursing program at Ross Education and complete the requirements to work as a licensed practical nurse in acute and long-term care facilities. They will acquire principles and knowledge from the biological and behavioral sciences as well as the science of nursing. The integration of theory into clinical practice is an important part of the practical nursing education. Course topics include pharmacology with dosage calculations for the practical nurse, foundations of nursing for the practical nurse, care of older adults for the practical nurse, adult nursing, care of childbearing families and children, leadership and transition to nursing practice, and professional development. The clinical rotations cover 398 contact hours. The practical nursing certificate is 58 quarter credits. Graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN for state licensure. The duration of the program is 48 weeks.

Admission criteria:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the program
• Must complete and submit an attestation to high school graduation or its equivalent
• Must meet the minimum Accuplacer score – Next-Gen Reading 237, Next-Gen Writing 232, Next-Gen Arithmetic – 232
• Must obtain a clear criminal background check
• Obtain a clear drug screen

The program cost of $24,488 includes books, a technology kit, lab fees, and supplies.

• Website: https://rosseducation.edu/
• Address: 4300 Munson St NW, Canton, OH 44718-3674
• Phone: 330.494.1214
• NCLEX-PN Pass Rate: 88.24%