Posted on Oct 6, 2020
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I’m reclassing to 68C I know that I’ll get a license for a LPN can I get my RN after AIT?
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SSG Clinical Nco
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Absolutely! Nothing stopping you but yourself. Out of 24 students from my 68C class, at least 7 of us are RNs now, and 4 are PAs. Feel free to contact me if you have any other questions about the program. Good luck!
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SPC Petroleum Supply Specialist
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If you dont mind mentorship I have a lot of questions on how I could accomplish those goals.
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SSG Clinical Nco
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Absolutely! Drop me a line. Happy to help.
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MAJ Byron Oyler
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SPC (Join to see) - I am open to questions as well and have been Army Nurse Corps for 17 years.
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MAJ Byron Oyler
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You can but would need an additional 2-3 years of college depending whether you went for ADN or BSN (BSN is requirement to commission).
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SSG Detachment Ncoic
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Yup, lots of 68cs go that route. Look into AECP- Army enlisted commissioning program. One caveat, if you do get your RN you must maintain your LPN license as long as you are enlisted.
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Can I eventually become a RN after reclassifying to 68C?
MAJ Staff Crna
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I was a former 68C who eventually became an RN and then a Nurse Anesthetist. There are many routes for an LPN to become an RN and many schools have bridge programs specifically designed for that transition.
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SPC Petroleum Supply Specialist
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What about a NP? Would the army offer a specific route to become a Nurse Practitioner?
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MAJ Byron Oyler
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SPC (Join to see) - Yes, once you have your BSN we have programs for nurse practitioner.
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MAJ Staff Crna
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SPC (Join to see) there are funding programs on active and reserve sides for BSN and NP afterwards.
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SFC Michael D.
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Or go PA. If you go RN don't stop until you get your masters.
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MAJ Byron Oyler
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If you want to do cool army shit, PA is the way to go. If you want autonomy, NP is the way. The Army still does not use NPs to their maximum capabilities.
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MAJ Byron Oyler

Thanks for this comment sir. I’ve been considering my routes as a 68C and that comment alone will have a big impact on my decision.
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SFC Retention Operations Nco
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Yes, after you go to college for it. Contrary to popular belief, 68C is not a shortcut to a BSN. But it will give you the experience you will need to apply and contacts for letters of recommendation.
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SPC Carmen H Ramirez
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I needed to get my military credits collected so as to attend a local community college. I contacted the V.A who then contacted the army. The Army was able to give a complete list of all my training and the college credits they qualified for. There is a way, If you are on active duty and are having trouble finding the answer. Contact the Veterans Administration where you are. The will know the offices you need to be in contact with in the military. The V.A. does this all the time, they actually are a very good resource.
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For sure. It’s a very common route and will provide good experience for the transition. There’s some great resources and programs specific to this as well.

Im a current 68C who’s recently graduated the school from a reclass. If you have any questions feel free to send me a message.
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