The need for LPNs is rapidly increasing with demand expected to grow 22 percent by 2020. With this in mind, there are countless LPN schools offering licensed and degree programs. Accredited programs are offered locally as well as online and comparing the differences will enhance a participants experience and success.
Campus Learning:
It takes about a year to complete courses offered at accredited LPN schools whether or not the work is done on campus or online. The benefit for students in a campus setting is that they are constantly in a clinical environment and have easier access to hands-on training because the schools are associated with hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
A traditional college encourages an open exchange of ideas and social interaction between students and instructors. They are better able to forge relationships with other students and instructors as well as other influential people who can assist them with furthering their career. Classes are scheduled so students need to be able to commit to being present at the required times and learning is not as dependent on technology as online courses are.
It takes about a year to complete courses offered at accredited LPN schools whether or not the work is done on campus or online. The benefit for students in a campus setting is that they are constantly in a clinical environment and have easier access to hands-on training because the schools are associated with hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
A traditional college encourages an open exchange of ideas and social interaction between students and instructors. They are better able to forge relationships with other students and instructors as well as other influential people who can assist them with furthering their career. Classes are scheduled so students need to be able to commit to being present at the required times and learning is not as dependent on technology as online courses are.
Online courses:
Virtual learning is flexible and convenient and it enables the student to incorporate learning into their life versus changing their life to accommodate schooling. Online students have the same curriculum and exams as on-campus students but much of their coursework and textbooks are available online, eliminating the need to carry around heavy textbooks.
Social interactions and communication with instructors and other students is done via email, instant messaging, video chats and video conferences. Online instructors are better able to forge one-on-one time which allows both student and instructor to get to know each other. Online students have to arrange their own practical training unless the program is through a campus school.
Comparing the program options and learning styles of both traditional and online LPN schools will give prospective students insight into method will fit into their current needs and lifestyle.
Social interactions and communication with instructors and other students is done via email, instant messaging, video chats and video conferences. Online instructors are better able to forge one-on-one time which allows both student and instructor to get to know each other. Online students have to arrange their own practical training unless the program is through a campus school.
Comparing the program options and learning styles of both traditional and online LPN schools will give prospective students insight into method will fit into their current needs and lifestyle.
