Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN)

The Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) program is a “closed” program and requires additional application and acceptance into the program. Admission to Panola College does not guarantee admission to specific nursing courses or the nursing program.

The Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) program allows LVNs and paramedics to earn an Associate of Applied Science, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)  with the option of online didactic classes (summer start) or face to face didactic classes (spring start) and face-to-face simulation, lab, and clinical experiences. This program is taught over 12 months. It is offered with clinicals provided within a 70-mile radius of Carthage, Texas. Clinicals throughout the program may be scheduled on day, evening, or nights or so students can receive the most beneficial clinical experience and meet program learning outcomes. All clinicals are scheduled by the instructors. Students are required to be on campus for simulation and lab. This required attendance is included in the required clinical times. Applicants must have these times available until the schedule is finalized. 

Because of the high demand for the Transition program track, the admission criteria differ from those for the traditional ADN student.

BEFORE Applying to the Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) Program

1. You must apply and be admitted to Panola College.
2. Complete the seven non-nursing courses prior to applying to the program.
3. The four prerequisite (BIOL 2301/BIOL 2101, BIOL 2302/BIOL 2102, BIOL 2320/BIOL 2120, and MATH 1342) must have a 2.5 or higher grade point average and a mininum of "C" in each course.) All lab courses must have been taken at the same school as the lecture portion of the course.
4. Pass the HESI A2 with a minimum score of 80 on Reading Comprehension and Math sections and a minimum of 75 on Grammar section. This a $60 non-refundable fee and may only be taken twice within the past year. Call (903) 693-2036 for an appointment or visit the website. 

How to Apply to the Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) Program

1. To schedule an appointment for mentoring and application, please select the Request a Mentoring Appointment green button in the How to Apply section on the Panola College ADN website (https://www.panola.edu/adn). Bring with you:
   1. HESI A2 scores
   2. Proof of required Hepatitis B immunization series or positive antibody titers.
   3. Verify official transcripts from each college or university attended were received by deadlines. Send official transcripts from all other colleges and universities attended to: Panola College, Attention: Admissions Office, 1109 W. Panola St., Carthage, TX 75633.

Requirements of the Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) Program

• Must have a clear criminal background check (to be completed at the time of application)
• Must have a clear drug screen (to be completed after admission to the program)
• Must have all required immunizations or antibody titers
• Must have a current unencumbered LVN license or be a licensed paramedic.

Application Cycles

• February 1 - March 1 for summer admission (Hybrid)
• September 1 - October 1 for spring admission (Face to Face)

Important Information

• Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) program graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). This licensure is required to work as a Registered Nurse.
• Approximate expenses of the Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) program = $9,000.

Accreditation

The ADN program has full approval status by the

Texas Board of Nursing (BON)
1801 Congress Avenue
Suite 10-200
Austin, Texas 78701
www.bon.texas.gov
(512) 305-6816

The Associate Degree Nursing Program at Panola College located in Carthage, Texas is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
www.acenursing.org

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree Nursing Program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.