Fast-Track Your Nursing Career in the Granite State
Reality check: New Hampshire doesn't offer true 6-week LPN programs. State-approved programs require 11-15 months to complete, including 800+ clinical hours and comprehensive coursework required by the NH Board of Nursing. These accelerated programs compress what traditionally takes 18-24 months into the shortest timeframe legally possible, helping you start earning $60,000+ per year faster. The "6 weeks" often refers to individual course modules or clinical rotations within the full program.
📍 5 Locations: Claremont, Keene, Lebanon, Manchester, Nashua
📍 Nashua, NH (Covenant Health)
📍 Merrimack, NH
📍 Nashua, NH
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Earn your high school diploma or GED. Most programs require a minimum 2.5 GPA, background check, and may require prerequisite coursework in anatomy or biology.
Enroll in a New Hampshire Board of Nursing-approved practical nursing program. Programs take 11-15 months and include 800+ clinical hours plus classroom instruction.
After program completion, register for and pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Exam fee: $200.
Submit your application to the New Hampshire Office of Licensed Allied Healthcare Professionals. Includes background check, fingerprinting, and application fees (~$150 total).
Begin working as a licensed practical nurse in NH. Renew your license every 2 years and complete required continuing education. Consider LPN-to-RN bridge programs for advancement.
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Program Tuition (Average) | $7,500 - $13,000 |
| Books & Supplies | $900 - $1,300 |
| NCLEX-PN Exam Fee | $200 |
| State Licensure & Background | $150 |
| Total Investment | $8,750 - $14,650 |
Licensed Practical Nurses in New Hampshire earn above-average salaries compared to many states, with strong demand in both urban and rural healthcare settings.
| Location | Average Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire (Statewide) | $60,000 - $62,000 | $28.85 - $29.81 |
| Manchester-Nashua Metro | $61,500 - $65,800 | $29.57 - $31.63 |
| Portsmouth-Dover Area | $60,800 - $64,200 | $29.23 - $30.87 |
| Concord Area | $58,900 - $62,400 | $28.32 - $30.00 |
| Northern NH (Berlin, Conway) | $56,400 - $60,100 | $27.12 - $28.89 |
No State Income Tax: NH has no state income tax on wages, meaning LPNs take home more of their salary compared to neighboring states like Massachusetts. A $60,000 salary in NH equals approximately $65,000-$67,000 in a state with 5% income tax!
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With programs as short as 11 months, tuition starting at $7,500, and salaries averaging $60,000+ (with no state income tax!), becoming an LPN in New Hampshire offers excellent value.
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