Early College + LPN Certificate Pathway

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I apply?

  High school students who are ready to take on college-level courses during their senior year of high school will be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours for each term. Maturity to handle the rigor of college level work should be considered.

  Applicants must work with their school counselor to complete the application process for the program. Admission decisions will be based on the successful completion of all ECP eligibility criteria. If all criteria are met, NEIT’s Office of Admissions will send an acceptance email.

  Please submit all required application materials before the deadline and ensure you meet the requirements listed below:

  • Online Application
  • High School Transcripts: A minimum GPA of B+ is required (2.7 on a 4.0 scale or 80/100).
    • • ACCUPLACER or PSAT/SAT Scores: Only necessary if the GPA requirement is not met.
  • Recommendation Form: Must be completed by your school counselor.
  • Kaplan Test Scores: Mandatory for all LPN program applicants.
• When do classes start?

  Summer Term (LPN Only): Classes Begin July 19, 2027
  Labor Day Holiday September 6, 2027
  Classes End September 25, 2027

  Fall Term (All ECP): Classes Begin October 4, 2027
  Columbus Day Holiday October 11, 2027
  Veteran’s Day Holiday November 11, 2027
  Thanksgiving Vacation November 22 through November 27, 2027
  Classes End December 18, 2027

  All ECP students are required to attend a mandatory orientation prior to the start of the fall term. The program director will provide you with the exact date.

  View NEIT’s Academic Calendar

• What will I study?

  You’ll follow the same curriculum as all Practical Nursing students at NEIT. This comprehensive program prepares students for a rewarding career in practical nursing through a balance of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and hands-on clinical experience.

  Program Highlights

  • Foundations of Nursing: Core courses in anatomy, physiology, math for life sciences, and introductory writing build a strong academic base.
  • Clinical Practice: Each term integrates clinical experiences to apply classroom learning in real-world healthcare settings.
  • Specialized Care: Training includes medical-surgical nursing, psychiatric/mental health, maternal and newborn care, and pediatric/family nursing.
  • Leadership Skills: The final term emphasizes nursing leadership and management to prepare graduates for professional practice.

  
  Total Credits: 79 quarter credit hours across five terms.

  View the full curriculum

• Will I graduate high school with my LPN Certificate?

  Not quite. You’ll need one additional term after high school graduation to finish the LPN Certificate.

• What happens after I earn my LPN Certificate?

  Practical nurse program graduates receive a certificate of completion after passing their prerequisite courses and clinical training, and the comprehensive curriculum helps them prepare for the NCLEX-PN, the mandatory licensure examination. Once passed, students can apply for licensure from the state where they seek to practice.

  Our LPN certificate graduates can work in various healthcare settings, including home health, skilled facilities, long-term care, rehabilitation, healthcare clinics, and outpatient care. LPNs can choose from a wide range of nursing career paths, depending on their job outlook, specialization, and practical experience.

  Students who wish to further their education can also transition to the Associate of Science in Nursing (AS) degree program. This program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam and for obtaining their registered nurse (RN) license, and allows for higher earning potential, greater autonomy, broader career opportunities, and more advanced responsibilities.

   

• Who should I contact if I have questions?

  Gwynne Millar
  Director of Early College Programs
  New England Institute of Technology
  Email Gwynne
  401-780-4171