Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must possess a minimum of two years of nursing experience.

  • Successful completion of the NCLEX examination is required.

  • Applicants should not have been out of nursing practice for more than 16 years.

Program Duration
  • You have 12 months to complete the program.
  • On average, students take 3 to 6 months to complete the coursework and clinical requirements.
Clinical Placements
  • Clinical placements are a collaborative effort between the student and Health & Educational Consultants.
  • We are dedicated to assisting you in securing a placement; however, this process may take longer than expected and may necessitate travel in certain instances.
NCLEX
  • Once you complete the Nurse Re-Entry Program, you do not need to take the NCLEX in order to be licensed.
  • However, you do have the option to take the NCLEX instead of enrolling in the Nurse Re-Entry Program for relicensure. This option is best suited for individuals who have been out of school for less than five years and who possess strong test-taking skills.
Residency Requirments
  • This program is approved for Oregon re-entry, and all clinical experiences must take place in Oregon to meet OSBN requirements.
  • The didactic portion of the course is delivered online and can be completed at your convenience from any location.
  • Clinical placements are arranged within driving distance of your home whenever possible. To date, no student has been required to travel more than 45 miles each way for their clinical experience.
Employment Opportunities
  • We have a hire rate of over 90% for graduates following clinical completion.
  • In 2023, the average wage for LPNs was $43.00 per hour, and for RNs, it was $48.00 per hour. Nurses with specialty experience—such as ICU, OR, or ED—have secured positions offering up to $75.00 per hour directly following completion of the Nurse Re-Entry Program.