Healthcare pathways at ATA Career Education

Earn a certification, build hands-on experience, and apply to ATA Career Education with a stronger profile. Every pathway below ends at a program this institution offers.

CMA LPN

Medication Aide to LPN

Your medication administration experience counts. Bridge from certified medication aide into practical nursing and full LPN licensure.

1 year

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CNA LPN

CNA to LPN

Step up from nursing assistant to licensed practical nurse. The fastest license upgrade in nursing, and the standard bridge toward RN.

1 year

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CNA RT(R)

CNA to Radiologic Technologist

Step into medical imaging. Your patient-care background is an advantage in rad tech admissions.

2 years

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LPN ADN

LPN to RN Bridge

Advance from practical nursing to RN with bridge programs that credit your LPN coursework.

18 months

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