My LPN to RN bridge update| How I’m bringing from LPN to RN BSN

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Hey guys and welcome to my channel. In this video, I will be updating you on my lpn to Rn journey. I have gotten a lot of questions from people since I posted that I was going from lpn to Rn bsn and a lot of people have been asking me how I plan to do that and when so I decided to do this quick update video to let you guys know where exactly I am on my lpn to Rn journey. I hope you all enjoy this video. Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe and share + make sure you turn on your notification bell 🛎 to be notified when I post future content. I hope to see you all in my next one 💕❤️
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@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

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@Florentine1993 9 ай бұрын

Hello key do you mind if I ask some question I am doing my LPN at Manitoba is it possible for me to my exam for CLPN at Alberta in order to be registered there. I am an international student would love to hear from you. Many thanks

@bettymatilda7532 3 жыл бұрын

I finally PASSED my NCLEX ohh! my God,it was my 7th attempt. please my fellow repeat test takers,never give up and see to yourself and grab any opportunity you see.

@nclexcrusadengn 3 жыл бұрын

congratulations dear

@hughesbetty1275 3 жыл бұрын

awww! congratulations dear you are not alone on this it's my 8th

@sandralaura8238 3 жыл бұрын

please share me with some tips. I'm taking this January

@lincimia3067 3 жыл бұрын

have you heard of Johnson? This is a man whose service has proven to be the best in helping students with NCLEX.. He helped me with audio materials and questions that I met on my exam day.

@magillancherri5833 3 жыл бұрын

@@lincimia3067 He is the best..he also helped a friend of mine with her NCLEX.. work with him and pass your NCLEX with ease.

@asmrtay4998 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to start my bridge program once I’m finished with the LPN program. Keep striving for better.💖🩺

@josephmccann4529 3 жыл бұрын

is the lpn program hard?

@MRah-ih4oe 3 жыл бұрын

Is lpn program hard?

@chic-vee-therapy5414 2 жыл бұрын

@@MRah-ih4oe study Now start with anatomy and always study ahead of time it works

@annekefaridabellydance6020 3 жыл бұрын

I've been an LVN for 7 years now, I'm going to be finishing my prerequisites this winter then will bridge shortly after. I love being a nurse and many of my roles I have worked in have been in equal position to RNs. I can't wait to have better career growth opportunities though 🙌 thanks for sharing your journey.

@karamaalashwal6017 3 жыл бұрын

I spent hours in the internet trying to figure it out. and you just answered ALL my questions. THANK YOUUU, keep it up please.

@shemekabrister1898 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a fairly new subscriber but I enjoy watching your videos!! It’s nice to get a different perspective and view of nursing outside the U.S.! I am currently in a BSN program ( 100% fully online). I was an LPN prior then bridged over for my RN. I was doing private duty prior to now working remotely!! I look forward to seeing more of your content!!

@soniapraise8890 3 жыл бұрын

You're really blessed my sister more and more wins to you

@M.C06 3 жыл бұрын

Omg ! I’m so happy i found you ! I am in the same college that you are talking about graduating 2021 LPN student so really looking forward to your videos Good luck with everything

@oliieechiq9940 3 жыл бұрын

Youre experiences are such an inspiration. Love love hearing your stories. Thank you for sharing.

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Oliiee Chiq And thank you for supporting 💕

@teyonnaaustin27 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I want to do. You’re the channel I was looking for I’m doing my prerequisites for my BSN but I want to get my lpn while continuing my education for my bachelors

@crystanursie 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to do my BSN. I’m currently a Pre-Nursing student.

@BubblyCerealzzz 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so so much for the info, your a life saver!!!❤️❤️❤️

@AlissaTheAlchemist 3 жыл бұрын

I look forward to doing my LPN to RN soon too..good luck to you, you got this for sure!! 📈

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Nurse Alissa Monae thank you 🙏🏾 and good luck to you too 💕

@sarahaidousawada 3 жыл бұрын

if i study lpn in canada and graduated i can later study, RN they will take it as 4 years to oh they will put me less years bcs im an lpn? just a question that confuse me. i love your videos btw

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

@@sarahaidousawada it depends on where you live but it’s not more than 3 years

@oniyideebunoluwa1594 3 жыл бұрын

Wish you all the best Sis! You inspire me.😊❤️😘

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕

@proweavercustomwebsitedesign 3 жыл бұрын

This is Great! Thanks for sharing this kind of content!

@Brittsherrie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi been a lpn for 4 years. Starting pre req found you by searching for more information on CLEP. Thank you

@chrisjas9041 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful , thanks for sharing

@Latayshaann 3 жыл бұрын

First lol ❤️❤️

@nursefleming8493 3 жыл бұрын

I need to move to canada sounds awesome

@journeywithash6664 3 жыл бұрын

Hiii🥺 I was planing to do CNA then LPN, then ADN

@MohoganyFan 3 жыл бұрын

I’m doing practical nursing to get my feet wet. But, there is a 15 month BSN for people who already have a bachelors degree. So after I finish my LPN I’m going straight into that program. Hugs and thank you for everything that you share 😍😍😍😍😍😍

@yetundealabi5151 3 жыл бұрын

Me too! Do you plan getting your LPN license first before doing the accelerated BSN?

@MohoganyFan 3 жыл бұрын

Yetunde Alabi yes, because I’m a kinetic learner. I learn by doing. So, instead of jumping into nursing I want to make sure I’m able to handle the patient load, have a very solid understanding of the nursing process/ nursing interventions and level up my therapeutic communication skills. Ultimately, I’ll get my DNP. 😍😍😍😍

@yetundealabi5151 3 жыл бұрын

The Kalifa Confidential That absolutely makes sense. At least then you’ll be more prepared for what you’re getting into. Goodluck on your journey!

@khadijaha5444 3 жыл бұрын

Which school offers the 15 month program?

@bettyvolmar6605 Жыл бұрын

What school

@PeiLondon 3 жыл бұрын

Hi thank you for sharing all your information with us. I am about to graduate as a RPN in Toronto. Do I have to apply to a bridging program or directly to the university into the BSCN program ?

@shellyconteh4982 3 жыл бұрын

Skin popping girl

@indeepsaran5293 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I saw the video and i am amazed that you got lpn and working as lpn as well trying to completing requirements for advanced entry nursing. Its very achievement and success. I am 24 yr, i am trying to finish the admissioned requirement for nursing bsn but then at same time i dont want to wait to get accepted has they required for gpa higher. Another problem is that i have family financial issue and i dont know if i should take lpn program. I also searched up lpn bridging to rn and hoping for a review from others but there weren't review except on website saying take 2 to 4 years to be accepted. Please let me know how long does it take to get in advanced entry in bsn and what gpa do they need to be accepted for bridging program.

@AshlleighLynn 3 жыл бұрын

Believe it or not I've been a LPN for almost 5 years now and Idk if its because I've been exposed to a lot but the RN program I'm in isn't much diffrent then the LPN program. I literally use my notes from my LPN program to help me through some of my test material for my RN associate test bc the teacher is not all that great in med surg. Only diffrence so far is that RN price tag. I paid 15,000 for my lpn and now paying 32,000 for my RN. I wish I would have just went straight to RN school and skipped lpn but can't cry over spoiled milk. It is what it is.

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Ashley Lynn Well that’s a good thing, that means you shouldn’t have a problem passing nclex and stuff and I would’ve liked to go straight for my RN too but as mentioned before, in Canada we don’t have the ADN program, we only have the lpn and the bsn and I think they’re quite different so personally, I’m happy I did the lpn first, because at least I have some experience and knowledge and I think it should be easier for me to do my bsn compared to someone who’s goi f straight I to that program with no experience.

@ellarose423 2 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina are you guaranteed entry into a bsn program with the lpn to bsn route

@JEID-fb2fn 10 ай бұрын

where you did your rn program ???

@VlogsByBarbaraa 3 жыл бұрын

Do you mind sharing what school you are going ? I’m looking for something hands on and not online for my bridging program

@robertreyes2514 2 жыл бұрын

I really like your videos lol

@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🥰

@T1Love2U 3 жыл бұрын

Hello queen, do you have any natural remedies for flaky psoriasis scalps?

@BubblyCerealzzz 3 жыл бұрын

Which universities in Ontario would you recommend for the bridging program? Love your vids girl!!❤️❤️

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Anonymous 123 centennial college or Algonquin college. Centennial is linked to George brown university I believe and Algonquin is linked to university of ottowa

@BubblyCerealzzz 3 жыл бұрын

Nursing With Key thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

@hannahberry4399 3 жыл бұрын

how long does it take to transition from lpn to rn?

@prettybrown8886 3 жыл бұрын

We have a school in the states that cost at least 100K it’s a really good school but crazy expensive.

@danisims9176 3 жыл бұрын

Great educational video. What is the difference between a CNA and a PCT? Are they the same thing?

@southernmedusa5143 3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Yep, only difference is pct) patient care tech is trained on the job & no state exam required. Cna/Certified nurse assistant, state exam required for the "C" in CNA. Depending on where you work, the skills vary. May be more @ hospitals/home health, less @ nursing homes/rehab facilities.

@iampearl__y Жыл бұрын

Would you advice I apply to NNAS, as an IEN without a BSN yet? If yes, can I work as a LPN after the assessment and the courses required cause I know the advisory reports may be non comparable to the Canadian standard.

@LoveShamyne 3 жыл бұрын

I just recently immigrated from South Africa and I am currently attending GELA to earn my Ontario High School Diploma. I wanted to ask if I can apply for a collaborative program with College Level Maths or is there any nursing program I can apply to with College Level Maths that will lead me into getting my BScN.

@manisharajput3240 3 жыл бұрын

Hiii......u r just amazing....i am fortunate to find ur channel.....can u pleass help me to figure out that which course is best for me aftr completion of Bsc nursing ..i also applied for Early Childhood education PG Diploma but i want to become RN in canada so plese help me is it right program for me and it takes pkace undr bridging courses or not and if you guide me to change that diploma then what i have to opt please also suggest me??i am badly waiting for ur response😊💕

@esabango5027 2 жыл бұрын

Hey guys.. Just wanted to shed some light on Athabasca for whoever is interested. It's not 40k like stated in this video as I’m currently attending. All the classes would be 26k. :)

@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

It’s that price for residents of Alberta, 38,690$ for Canadians who live outside of Alberta and 60,000$ for non canadians living outside of Canada.

@vicebigo5977 3 жыл бұрын

Am planning to get my lpn first but are there lpn to bsn accelerated programs in Canada cos am looking for a short program to do my get my rn bsn pls any advice

@redcokamixed6716 3 жыл бұрын

I just want to know is there a lot of discussion boards and a lot of paper 📝 writing

@nursebondemcanada 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information. Are you doing your prerequisites online?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I am 😊

@nursebondemcanada 3 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelinagoodluck. which school are you taking the online course if you don't mind sharing?

@Red-cz2gd 3 жыл бұрын

Hey key, when you were looking for uni's to transfer to, do you notice that they all required 12U courses in order to get into an RN program?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Reid Barber yes the program that i want to get into requires for you to have 4U chemistry and biology and a 3M math class or equivalent

@Red-cz2gd 3 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina would you say most programs are like that for the rpn to rn bridge? I know I could Google it but why not ask you! - ps I'm a 2nd year rpn student that's been watching your vids since before I was even in school for it! I hope to work in an OR some day. Good luck to you and get that degree!

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Reid Barber to be honest, I’ve only looked into 3 schools and all of them are quite similar except the Athabasca University one that requires no pre reqs except for 1 year of nursing experience but as mentioned in the video, it’s extremely expensive for an online program and I don’t think it’s worth it considering the fact that you can go to much better schools with way better reputations for cheaper and on campus but you just gotta put in a little more work.

@GreenGoldRedHair 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I'm so confused ! I guess its cause I live in the states. I do want to move to Canada in the next 3 years. But by then I will have my NP. Do I have to get my NP transferred there or will it automatically be valid

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

I recently made a video talking about how to get your Canadian nursing license, check it out 😊 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g52cjNtitdnPgIU.html

@ilhan0613 3 жыл бұрын

i was wondering if you know anything about Aspen University

@heidievans6336 3 жыл бұрын

Love you, love your videos, but Canada sounds really confusing...

@UniquelyCreated721 3 жыл бұрын

Are you going to be able to go on campus to do your prerequisites with the pandemic ?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

I was planning on doing it online anyway because the school that I’m gonna do it at is my old college and I don’t live in that city anymore.

@macb3127 2 жыл бұрын

Georgia’s bridge programs are terrible. So, math and science prereqs expire after 5 years. If you want to bridge and they’re almost expired, you have to retake them. That’s one to two semesters worth of classes. Then, you have to take the TEAS again and apply to the bridge program because it’s competitive like normal nursing school. So far, the only bridge options I’ve come across is LPN to ASN. Once you get your ASN you have to apply to a BSN program. They make it almost impossible, time consuming, frustrating, and extremely stressful. I just completed my LPN. I’m required to get a year experience before bridging… I would have gone straight to RN but my school didn’t have that program at the time. I ended up at two other colleges and found myself in a pool of core classes, which made me decide to go back to my first school and finish the LPN. It is what it is though. I WILL be an RN lol

@KayDejaVu 2 жыл бұрын

Look out of state. I found some one year programs. Just get Anatomy 1&2 done.

@MjLuvvv 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I'm about to finish my bachelor's in psychology here in the Philippines and Im planning to move there in Canada and get into nursing school as soon as I finish. For my highschool, I finished grade 12 here as well. Im thinking of starting the LPN program in Canada. Just curious if universities there will credit some of my subjects that I took here already, or I still need to take them again? Thank you

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Mj Margallo you will get 1 or 1 1/2 years cut off from university if you have your lpn and do a bridge program and if they recognize your schooling in the Philippines, they will most likely credit you some classes you did from your bachelors degree.

@graciamwanga645 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I was wondering what were your grades like before going into the lpn program?

@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing outstanding to be honest. Mainly Bs and 2 or 3 Cs

@k_k_-og3rw 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a big difference with pay as far as ADN and BSN ?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

It really depends on where you live. Some people say that it’s not a big difference but other people say that the difference is pretty significant.

@LilHairGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I have 10 more months left ! 😉

@BubblyCerealzzz 3 жыл бұрын

So let’s say I do an LPN program in Alberta and move to Ontario. Would I be able to do the bridging program at an Ontario university/college?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Anonymous 123 yes you will. I did my lpn program in Quebec and can still do the bridge in Ontario but you will have to get an ontario license before you can get into the program. I just posted a video on how to do the whole license application. It was my last video before this one.

@BubblyCerealzzz 3 жыл бұрын

Nursing With Key thank you so so much!!! Which universities in Ontario would you recommend for the bridging program?

@ladylounge3596 3 жыл бұрын

How much exactly is the Athabasva bridge program?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

For an out of province student I saw around 45,000$ mean while, the second best university in Canada charges about 14,000$ 🤷🏽‍♀️ .

@romelysylvain59 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I’m 16 years old and will be starting an LPN program next year January , please give me some tips, I’m super nervous but grateful for this opportunity but still soooo nervous 🥺

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Romely Sylvain m’y entire channel is about nursing. I’m sure you can find all the info you need here 😊

@Jaismin.k 8 ай бұрын

Does conestoga college provide this?

@abbyhoneywaffles 3 жыл бұрын

Where are you getting the prequisites for the BSN program done? I have grade 12 chem & math but theyre college level :/

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

If you have college level Chem and math then you have grade 12 done

@abbyhoneywaffles 3 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina oh ok I thought it required university level for those courses thanks :)

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

No, you only need grade 12 to get into the program.

@MRah-ih4oe 3 жыл бұрын

Prequisits for what?

@abbyhoneywaffles 3 жыл бұрын

@@MRah-ih4oe for the BSN program..

@thakurbishokarma6524 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I am from Nepal, my daughter has just finished her PCL nursing course."Proficiency Certificate Level in Nursing”. In simple words, PCL nursing is equivalent to a diploma course where student learn the practicalities of Nursing. She would like to study further in Ontario province. So, is she eligible to study bachelor in nursing or still bigin with LPN again. Would be so kind of you to have your kind information.

@kmcl11 2 жыл бұрын

This is Canada

@belle8753 3 жыл бұрын

would u say it’s better to go straight and do bsn or lpn to bsn? if i was to do lpn to bsn would i not have to take 2 exams (lpn and nclex)?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on you, your goals, your plans and what works for you. Going the Lpn route will 1: allow you to get in the field and find stability fast 2: it will allo you to make good money so that when you’re doing your bsn, you can work less hours and focus on your school without compromising your income or working a full time job while being a student 3: With an Lpn you can work as an independent contractor with agencies,have pretty guaranteed hours because there’s a need everywhere + you’ll be making more money than you would in facilities because agency nurses make more (my job pays me 30$/hour and I make 41.75$/hour working agency) + you can pretty much accept or decline shifts and work when you want so if a big exam is coming up, you can focus on studying without being afraid to get fired 4: It will give you valuable experience that may not necessarily make your bsn journey easy, but definitely easier than those with no experience because you would have been exposed to a lot of things already (machines, skills,meds,documents...) Personally, I chose the LPN route because I was tired of being broke but always knew I would go for my bsn. I start back school in 2 weeks to continue on with my nursing education and I have a lot of money saved up, stability and pretty much everything I need to go through school stress free which is what I wanted to make sure I had for univeristy because I know it’s no joke.

@belle8753 3 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina thank you that helps me a lot. lpn and rpn are both the same thing right ? and do u have to take the rpn exam too and nclex after? meaning 2 exams?

@faleyeolamide9045 3 жыл бұрын

@@belle8753 I don’t know your country of residence but for Canada- yes. You write a licensing exam to become a LPN or RPN and a RN.

@faleyeolamide9045 3 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina 41.75??? Darn! I didn’t know LPNs made this much. I start my LPN program in the Fall and I’m so excited

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

@@faleyeolamide9045 it all depends on where you live

@manjinderkaur8756 Жыл бұрын

Hey I had Grade 12 Bio Chem but not maths , can i also get in Lpn in Alberta?

@kiearacelina Жыл бұрын

Look on their website and you will see the requirements to get into Alberta schools. I do not know the requirements for every school in Canada the best place to find out is on their website.

@sarahaidousawada 3 жыл бұрын

how long it takes to a lpn be rn 4 years to oh less?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on where you live and if you want to do the adn Rn course. From lpn to adn RN is 1 year, from lpn to bsn it’s 16 months to 3 years depending on where you live .

@phoebewang4199 Жыл бұрын

Which Alberta university for the online bridging program from RPN to RN? I am looking for an online RPN to RN bridging course either in the US or Canada

@kiearacelina Жыл бұрын

Athabasca University has the Rpn to Bsn program. It’s a bit pricey though, so compare the pricing difference between there on the US as well as the amount of time each one will take to make a final decision.

@phoebewang4199 Жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina thank you so much. I was wonder transfer to the US ADN program, but the process is quite long. I may need to commute to work and study across the border. I heard some said Canadian RPN will be equal to ADN in the US, but I am not sure which state! Is there any quick route to be eligible write NCLEX-RN in US?

@awanderer6990 3 жыл бұрын

IN CANADA YOU CAN GET YOU BSN FOR $10,000???! WHAAT?!

@jeenav6914 3 жыл бұрын

How long does it take lpn to rn?

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

I said that in the video and it all depends on where you live .

@rayannawilliams4154 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the vid as usual but sis this sounds lengthy

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Rayanna Williams it’s just the system in Canada 🤦🏾‍♀️ can’t do anything about it

@rayannawilliams4154 3 жыл бұрын

Nursing With Key it’s worth it though hun

@tangyhunter8389 3 жыл бұрын

Are you in Chicago

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

Shadowmar Hunter No I am not from Chicago. As mentioned in the video, I am from and living in Canada 🇨🇦

@ishwarpalkaur2021 3 жыл бұрын

Can i bridge from lpn to rn in Canada in 2 years

@kiearacelina 3 жыл бұрын

It’s usually 3 years

@ishwarpalkaur2021 3 жыл бұрын

And incase i join 4 year BSN program then would i have enough time for a part time job as i am an international student and my parents can just pay for my tution and i have to work for my living expenses

@jameliawilliams4227 2 жыл бұрын

Are you still a lpn ?

@kmcl11 2 жыл бұрын

@carlitas7444 2 жыл бұрын

You don’t need an entrance exam when bridging from LVN to rn

@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t recall saying that you did 🤷🏽‍♀️

@carlitas7444 2 жыл бұрын

@@kiearacelina no I’m asking if you need it ?

@kiearacelina 2 жыл бұрын

@@carlitas7444 No it’s not necessary, all you need are the prerequisites and an LPN license. Some schools will require you to have at least one year of experience as a nurse before starting but that all depends on the school.