LB13 LPN Bridge RN Option
Offered at the Butts County Center, Griffin Campus, Fayette County Center, and Jasper County Center
Program Entrance Term: Spring and Fall
Minimum Length of Program: 3 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 69
Program Description
The LPN/Paramedic Bridge ASN Option prepares Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Licensed Paramedics (EMT-Ps) with one year of in-field experience to become safe practitioners in the delivery of health care as registered nurses. The curriculum provides a strong foundation in the practice of nursing and prepares students to function safely within the framework of the registered nurse role.
Throughout the program, students integrate classroom theory with clinical experiences that are related to the theory component. Nursing education incorporates effective therapeutic communication techniques, critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills, and the development of sound nursing judgment. Clinical experiences are selected to provide students with opportunities to develop clinical competence.
Program graduates receive an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree. Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-RN and licensure by the Georgia Board of Nursing, graduates are employable as registered nurses in a variety of health care settings.
Accreditation
The Associate of Science in Nursing program at Southern Crescent Technical College is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Science in Nursing program is initial accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by ACEN regarding this program.
Program Outcomes Data
College Admission Requirements
Prospective students entering degree, diploma, and certificate programs must complete all general college admission requirements, including the following:
- Complete the Application for Admission and pay the non-refundable application fee.
- Provide an official final high school transcript showing graduation date and diploma type.
- Submit official final college transcripts, if transfer credit is requested.
- Submit sufficient placement or assessment documentation.
- Provide proof of U.S. citizenship and proof of Georgia residency, as required.
Program Admission Requirements
Admission to the LPN/Paramedic Bridge ASN Option is competitive. Applicants must meet general college admission requirements and all program-specific admission requirements.
Applicants must complete the following:
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Submit an LPN/Paramedic Bridge Program application during the published application period:
Allied Health Program Application.
- Complete all required prerequisite courses prior to the application deadline.
- Submit current HESI A2 scores. A minimum score of 70 is required for this program. Scores cannot be older than one year at the time of application.
- Submit proof of a current, unencumbered Practical Nursing or Paramedic license with the program application. Applicants must have held the license for one calendar year, or 365 days, at the time of application submission.
Required Prerequisite Courses
The following courses must be completed or transferred in with a grade of “C” or better:
The following courses must be completed or transferred in with a grade of “B” or better:
One of the following humanities/fine arts courses must be completed or transferred in with a grade of “C” or better:
All required prerequisite coursework and the HESI A2 examination must be completed and submitted before the applicant can be considered for program admission.
HESI A2 Information
The HESI A2 may be taken no more than twice per calendar year, and scores are valid for one year from the test date. It is strongly recommended that applicants take the HESI A2 on the SCTC campus to ensure the exam includes all required components. If the exam does not meet program requirements, the score will not be accepted, and the applicant will be deemed ineligible for admission.
Application and Transcript Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring that all transcripts are received by the college and evaluated by the College Registrar by the application deadline.
Program applications received before the application period or after the application deadline will not be accepted or considered for admission.
Applications for spring admission are accepted October 1-31 each calendar year for the Griffin Campus, Fayette Center, Jasper Center, and Butts Center.
Applications for fall admission are accepted May 1-June 30 for the Butts Center and Jasper Center. Applicants should verify current application dates with the Allied Health Programs Office.
If a student is not accepted and wishes to apply for the next class, the student must submit a new LPN/Paramedic Bridge Program application and current HESI A2 scores during the next application period.
There is no waiting list for this program.
The College accepts credit from the College Board’s College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). A grade of TR is assigned for awarded CLEP credit. Quality points are not awarded for CLEP; therefore, courses with CLEP credit are not calculated into the GPA during the competitive admissions process.
Health and Clinical Clearance Requirements
Students are required to meet all immunization and health clearance requirements established by the College and its clinical facility partners. Compliance with these requirements is mandatory for participation in clinical experiences and is a condition of continued enrollment in the LPN/Paramedic Bridge ASN Option.
Required immunizations and documentation may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR): Two documented doses of the MMR vaccine or positive serologic titers demonstrating immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella are required.
- Varicella (Chickenpox): Two documented doses of the vaccine or a positive titer demonstrating immunity are required. A self-reported history of chickenpox is not acceptable documentation.
- Hepatitis B: Completion of a two- or three-dose vaccine series, depending on the manufacturer, is required, along with a post-vaccination titer demonstrating immunity.
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap): Documentation of vaccination within the past ten years is required.
- Influenza (Flu): Documentation of vaccination for the current influenza season is required annually. The influenza season begins in September.
- COVID-19: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and any applicable booster doses, if received, is required. Students who decline vaccination must complete a signed refusal affidavit in accordance with clinical facility requirements.
- QuantiFERON-TB Gold: QuantiFERON-TB Gold is the preferred tuberculosis screening test and is valid for one year. No additional PPD testing is required if this test is submitted. Students may obtain this test in advance, if desired.
- Titers: Serologic titers are required to demonstrate immunity when vaccination records are unavailable or when required by a clinical facility partner.
Progression Requirements
Grading standards for the Associate of Science in Nursing program are stringent. To progress to the next course of study, students must earn a minimum grade of “C” in every nursing course. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 to remain in the program.
Candidate Selection
Admission to the LPN/Paramedic Bridge ASN Option is competitive and is based on a weighted selection formula that includes the following factors:
- Cumulative GPA in required general education and prerequisite courses, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 required.
- HESI A2 examination score, with a minimum score of 70 required to apply.
- Program application date.
Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Application deadlines vary by cohort. Applicants are encouraged to consult with an Allied Health Advisor or the Allied Health Programs Office for current application dates and requirements.
Available seats are awarded in rank order, beginning with the highest-scoring applicants, until maximum enrollment is reached. In the event of a tie, the student’s application date will serve as the determining factor.
The application date is defined as the date the student’s major is officially listed as ASN in Banner.
All applicants will be notified of their acceptance or denial status within three to four weeks following the LPN/Paramedic Bridge Program application deadline. Official notifications will be sent exclusively to the student’s Southern Crescent Technical College email account.
Program Capacity and Scheduling
During the spring semester, the program admits up to twenty-five students at each of the following locations:
- Jasper Center - Monday
- Butts Center - Tuesday
- Griffin Campus - Friday
- Fayette Center - Saturday
Spring semester classes meet one day per week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
During the fall semester, the program admits up to twenty-five students at each of the following locations:
- Jasper Center - Wednesday
- Butts Center - Thursday
Fall semester classes meet one day per week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Clinical experiences are scheduled on class days whenever possible. However, clinical schedules are subject to change and may vary based on clinical site availability and placement capacity.
Approximate Additional Costs
The following estimated costs are in addition to tuition, fees, and textbooks:
- HESI A2 program entrance exam: $105.00
- ATI, as part of the curriculum: approximately $770.00 per semester
- Equipment and supplies: $250.00
- Uniforms: $200.00
- Liability insurance: $10.00
- NCLEX-RN exam: $200.00
- ACEMapp: approximately $55.00
- Student Advantage: approximately $85.00-$100.00
- CPR certification, American Heart Association: approximately $55.00
- Graduation fees: $40.00
Readmission Policy
If a student withdraws from the program for any reason, the student may be allowed to re-enter the program the following year at the point at which the next class begins, based on space availability. The student must reapply for program admission and compete with other nursing program applicants. This courtesy is extended only once.
The student must complete the following:
- Submit a new application to the LPN/Paramedic Bridge ASN Option.
- Submit a plan of action for success upon returning to the program.
- Successfully complete written comprehensive examinations for each previously completed RNSG course with a minimum score of 80 percent.
- Successfully complete a drug calculations examination with a minimum competency score of 90 percent.
- Successfully complete required skill check-offs. Deficiencies may result in the student repeating the appropriate course or courses.
- Complete another criminal background check, drug screen, and health screen as required by participating clinical sites.
Students who do not successfully complete the ASN program after two attempts will not be readmitted to the program.
Contact Us
Tamika Baugh-Allen, Program Coordinator
Email: ASN_Bridge@sctech.edu
Phone: 770-412-5789
Program Courses
First Term
Natural Sciences/Mathematics elective—Choose one: (Required)
Second Term
Humanities/Fine Arts elective—Choose one: (Required)
Third Term
Fall Cohort
Spring Cohort
Note:
If necessary, Learning Support courses should be completed during the first semester.