Career Mobility option is designed for LVN-RN transition--those individuals who are licensed vocational or practical nurses (LVN/LPN) and wish to complete an Associate of Applied Science degree requirements. This program option builds on previously-held student knowledge and integrates new course content that facilitates transition from the LVN/LPN to RN role.  The second and third semesters are integrated with students in the "generic program".  Upon completing the degree plan and obtaining a satisfactory score on the comprehensive standardized Exit Exam, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination.

A PDF version of this Degree Plan is available here.

An applicant is considered qualified for Career Mobility option if the following conditions are met:

• meets or exceeds admissions requirements for all applicants.
• is a licensed LVN/LPN (must submit proof of licensure.)
• submits proof of one year full time LVN/LPN work experience within the last three years OR is a recent graduate of an LVN/LPN school (within one year at the time of application) OR has completed the SAC DNE LVN Refresher/Re-Entry Program within one year of admission.