LPN vs NP

I have had several people ask me the difference between an LPN and NP this week. So, here it goes:

LPN = Licensed Practical Nurse: an LPN is a nursing degree that is more of a technical degree. It requires about 2 years of schooling and is often what people do before going on for their RN (Registered Nurse).

NP = Nurse Practitioner: an NP requires additional schooling following an RN license. Being an NP does not always require a Master's degree but typically nurse practitioners have a Master's degree.

Hopefully this helps those of you who were wondering.

Have a great day!