LPN Training in Nevada

How to Become an LPN in Nevada

To become an LPN in Nevada you will need to:  

1. Attend an approved practical nursing program in the United States.
2. Complete an application form for licensure. You can get one at http://www.nursingboard.state.nv.us/license/Instructions%20for%20RN-LPN%20application%20for%20license%20by%20examination.pdf. Your application must include a $90 application fee.  
3. Once your application form is received by the Nevada State Board of Nursing, the Board will send you a set of fingerprint cards (Form FD-258). Get fingerprinted at a state law enforcement agency or with a private fingerprinting service. Complete the fingerprint submission form and mail the fingerprint cards, along with a payment for $51.25, to the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
4. Request that your nursing school send a set of official transcripts to the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
5. Register for the NCLEX exam at http://www.pearsonvue.com/nclex/. The exam fee is $200.
6. Once you are authorized to test, take and pass the exam.  
7. Receive your license from the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

You can renew a Nevada PN license online or by mail.

Other LPN schools in Nevada

Western Nevada Community College

Carson City
• (775) 445-3000
• 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, Nevada 89703-7399