Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
This is the most basic nursing degree and it forms the foundation for further nursing programs. The programs generally take about a year to complete and include both theory and practice. An online LPN course trains students for jobs such as:
- daily intake-outtake monitoring
- changing dressings
- caring for patients
The requirements for awarding an LPN degree will vary from state-to-state as this is a state-awarded degree.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
This degree is really on the same level as the LPN degree. This program too is a starting point for more advanced nursing degrees. This is also a one-year program that will lead to a diploma or certificate that qualifies students for the Successful training for the NCLEX-PN examination. Work opportunities exist in:
- hospitals
- nursing homes
- clinics
- public schools
Advanced Practicing Nurses (APN)
Advanced Practicing Nursing includes masters and doctoral degrees in the nursing field. Job opportunities include:
- clinical nurse specialists
- researchers
- faculty managers
Registered Nurses, who have acquired the necessary training in recognizing and managing medical conditions that are fairly common, qualify as NP’s. NP’s execute duties similar to those of a physician and are often regular health care providers for people. Nurse Practitioners are trained toward wellness and preventive techniques. This means that the patient is educated and treated at the same time and is also spared the costs of expensive prescriptions.
