LVN & Paramedic Bridge Pathway
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Bridge program allows students who already have a valid, unencumbered LVN or Paramedic license to increase their scope of practice when providing client care.
12
Months
3
Semesters
60
Credit Hours
NCLEX-RN
Licensure Exam
About the Program
The ADN Bridge program allows students who already have a valid, unencumbered LVN or Paramedic license to increase their scope of practice when providing client care.
The program prepares graduates to provide safe, effective and patient-centered nursing care as Registered Nurses (RNs). Graduates are equipped to coordinate care, educate patients and families, manage nursing responsibilities and collaborate with healthcare teams across a range of clinical settings.
Graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination. The 12-month program is completed in three semesters and includes 60 credit hours.
Program Standards
The Associate Degree Nursing Program at Kilgore College in Kilgore, Texas, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Accreditation Status: The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
Visit ACENThe Associate Degree Nursing Program is an approved Professional Nursing Education Program by the Texas Board of Nursing.
Program approval helps ensure that Kilgore College's Associate Degree Nursing curriculum meets requirements for professional nursing education and preparation for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.
Visit Texas Board of NursingBefore You Apply
Students should review all prerequisite coursework carefully before applying to the ADN Bridge program.
The Bridge pathway is designed for students who already hold a valid, unencumbered LVN or Paramedic license.
Plan Your Coursework
Admissions Information
Application Resources
ADN Bridge Program
Begin by completing the Kilgore College application for admission.
Apply to KCSend all official transcripts to Kilgore College electronically or by mail.
Electronic: Registrar@kilgore.edu
Mail:
Attn: Kilgore College Registrar’s Office
1100 Broadway
Kilgore, TX 75662
TSI must be complete in Reading and English.
Register for and complete the ATI TEAS Entrance Exam.
Submit all required documentation to be considered a complete applicant by the Admissions & Progression Committee.
Advance Your Nursing Career
