1. Professional Nursing (asn in Nursing) (rn) 19 Months Qualified Florida Certified Professional Nursing Assistants (CNA) who hold a valid credential and wish to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) may apply for the Transition to Practical Nursing which provides the opportunity to receive advanced standing in the LPN program. To qualify, the following admission criteria must be met: GED or high school diploma. Passing score of at least 70 on the in-house entrance exam administered by the school just to make sure that the student can read and write English. Transcripts of previous education as required for point of program admission. Proof of routine immunizations with current titers and vaccination including measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, varicella, influenza, and hepatitis B. Level 2 state and federal criminal background check. Completed DIOT application. Completed enrollment agreement. Government-issued proof of identification. Students satisfying all admission criteria will be admitted into PN 100 Transition to Practical Nursing course. Upon successful completion of PN 100 with a grade of 75 or higher, the student will be awarded 120 hours for HWC courses.