Can an LPN lead an RN in South Dakota?

Yes it can. Many colleges have an RN completion program. Many community colleges offer the program at an associates level also. Typically, they will give you approximately 20 credits with proof of your LPN license towards the RN. However, the receiving institution may require that all other general education courses particular to the RN program be completed first. Read the following carefully and follow through on the link provided below this answers box.

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