Healthcare pathways at North Dakota State College of Science

Earn a certification, build hands-on experience, and apply to North Dakota State College of Science with a stronger profile. Every pathway below ends at a program this institution offers.

Medication Aide to LPN

CMA LPN

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

Timeline: 1 year
State: All states

Support available to Spanish learners

Southwestern College

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CNA to LPN

CNA LPN

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

Timeline: 1 year
State: All states

Support available to Spanish learners

East Arkansas Community College

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Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist

DA RDH

Use your chairside experience to enter a dental hygiene program and double your earning power.

Timeline: 2 years
State: All states

Support available to Spanish learners

Savannah Technical College

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LPN to RN Bridge

LPN ADN

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

Timeline: 18 months
State: All states

Support available to Spanish learners

Antelope Valley Community College District

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CNA to ADN (Registered Nurse)

CNA ADN

Turn your CNA experience into an associate nursing degree. The fastest route to RN licensure.

Timeline: 2 years
State: All states

Support available to Spanish learners

Snead State Community College

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