LPN to RN Bridge programs in Illinois

Discover a more flexible way to fulfill your college requirements toward your LPN to RN, BSN, or advanced nursing degree.

Chicago

Accelerate progress toward your nursing degree with credit by exam

We help Illinois nurses test out of college courses and earn transferable college credit to save time, minimize stress, and live life while pursuing Chicago LPN to RN Bridge programs online, LPN to BSN programs, Medical Assistant to RN programs, paramedic to RN programs, or other advanced nursing degree programs in Illinois.

How it works

Our online test prep courses prepare you to test out of your general education college courses via College-Level Examination Program (CLEP®) exams. You can earn the same credits in less time by prepping for and passing one CLEP® exam so you can get ahead in your career faster.

01
PLAN

Meet with our advisors to map out the required steps for your education path.

02
PREP

Attend our live, online test prep sessions and test out of  college courses.

03
PASS

Take your exam at one of 1,900 testing centers and receive a passing score.

04
TRANSFER

Transfer your college credits to your regionally accredited nursing school of choice.

Course Comparison

How we compare

Traditional Course
Achieve Course
DURATION OF COURSE
16 Weeks, Full Semester
5-10 Weeks
APPLICATION PROCESS
Full Application Required
No Application Process
COURSE START DATE
Possible Waiting List
Start Immediately
COURSE SCHEDULE
2-3 Lessons/Week, Weekdays
1 Lesson/Week, Weekends
CLASS FORMAT
In Person, On Campus
Online, Instructor-Led
COURSE WORKLOAD
Projects, Papers, Homework
Prep to Pass 1 Exam
proficiency exam
Specific Hour, No Reschedule
Flexible Schedule Window
CREDIT AWARDED
Usually 3 College Credits
3 Transferable Credits
Explore career pathways

Discover step-by-step online bridge programs designed for busy adults like you. Each path is built to accelerate the process towards achieving your education and career.

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Program Benefits

What you’ll love about Achieve

Flexible course schedule

Find online test prep course availability days, nights, and weekends. Online live courses meet once a week for 3-hours.

Live, experienced instruction

Join a fully synchronous online learning experience with expert instructors who have real world industry experience. 

Start nursing courses faster

Save time and money while accelerating the progress toward your education and career advancement goals.

No additional hidden costs

Test prep course materials are included with your investment, and there are no extra hidden fees for exams or books.

Support whenever you need it

Get 1:1 tutoring support, mentoring opportunities, credit transfer assistance and job placement guidance.

Courses designed for your life

Access our digital prep course platform to easily view your plan, track your progress, schedule exams, and more.

Answers to your questions

Why become an RN in Chicago, Illinois?

Registered nurses are in high demand in Illinois, and the state expects a nursing shortage of 15,000 RNs by 2025. The outlook for RN jobs in Chicago is very strong, with the average RN salary in Chicago being $90,643 per year.

Are there LPN to RN Bridge programs in Illinois near me?

The great news about choosing to work with Achieve is that you can begin an LPN to RN Bridge program online from wherever you are. We break down the barriers to education to help adults work toward the degree they need in flexible, online courses. You will attend a live, online class once each week and study on your own time. Despite being online and being able to study on your own, you will have our full support throughout every step of your program.

Is Achieve Test Prep a school?

No. Achieve does not offer degrees or credits directly. But we support those pursuing their education with CLEP exam prep services that save time and stress. Our services fill in the educational gaps and support systems that traditional colleges do not offer. 

How can Achieve help me?

Our goal is to minimize many of the challenges faced by working adults returning to school. We can help you get the support you need to fit education into your busy life. Through college planning, online test prep courses, tutoring services, and more, we provide extra guidance that helps make college less stressful. 

Is Achieve Test Prep legit?

Yes. Achieve Test Prep is an learn on demand  platform and online test prep provider. Founded in 2008 to disrupt the higher education system, Achieve delivers practical, real-world learning solutions to common degree blockers in order to help busy adults make real progress toward their college degree while working. We offer time-saving credit by exam instruction, licensure and entrance exam prep, and on-demand tutoring. Learn more about Achieve

See if Achieve is the right fit for you.

Discover a more flexible, less stressful way to fulfill your degree requirements.

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Find out how to use innovative learning solutions to finish your degree requirements faster. Why not take the next step and see if you’re a good candidate for our credit by exam program.

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