2011-12

Practical Nursing — LPN-RN Educational Progression
Associate in Applied Science Degree — Downtown Milwaukee and Mequon Campuses

This curriculum goes into effect as of summer 2011.

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

Overview — The LPN-RN Educational Progression program is designed for the Licensed Practical Nurse whose goal is a Registered Nurse license. This associate degree program, accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, grants currently licensed LPNs up to 19 advanced standing nursing credits upon satisfactory completion of a challenge exam. One year of clinical nursing courses follows successful completion of the challenge exam and an introductory nursing process course. Fifteen general education credits and two elective credits complete the requirements for the degree. Upon completion of this program you will be eligible to take the RN Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN).

Career Outlook — Licensed practical nurses who become RNs increase their employment options.

Program Learning Outcomes — Upon graduation, employers will expect you to:

• Adhere to professional standards of practice for RNs.
• Use effective communications skills
• Assess the health of individuals, families and groups within the context of community
• Make clinical decisions to assure effective nursing care
• Provide safe, caring interventions with diverse populations
• Collaborate with other health professionals
• Manage care to facilitate continuity within and across health care settings
• Use teaching and learning processes to promote and restore health throughout the lifespan.

Preparation for Admission — This program admits students through a petition selection process:

What is the petitioning process? (PDF)
Am I ready to petition? (PDF)
Petition Packet (PDF)

Success in the program will depend on your critical thinking skills; communication skills, both verbal and written; physical and emotional stamina and the ability to work under stress with a variety of health professionals and patients.

Related Programs:

Practical Nursing
Registered Nursing

This program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.

For more information, call 414-297-MATC or 262-238-2300. 

Curriculum effective 2011-1.

NOTE:

All NATSCI courses must be completed with a grade of B- or better.
All Liberal Arts and Sciences and elective courses required for the program must be completed with a grade of C or better.

TOTAL CREDITS: 53

‡ Prerequisite required.

For course descriptions, class times, locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.