Registered Nursing

students working on simulated patient

Program Information

  • Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Mequon Campus
  • Pathway: Healthcare
  • Program Code: 10-543-1
  • Offering: In-class
  • Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
  • Start Dates: August/January

About the Registered Nursing Degree

Description

Prepare for a registered nursing (RN) career at MATC. Theory and lab courses on campus set the foundation for your clinical practice. Simulation and guided practice in clinical settings further prepare you for practice as a Registered Nurse (RN). Graduates are eligible to take the RN licensure exam (NCLEX-RN). Nursing
Assistant training is required prior to petitioning for this program.

Employers will expect graduates to have a plan for completing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Some BSN courses may be taken concurrently with the associate degree courses.

The Practical Nursing technical diploma ladders into this associate degree, followed by many choices for RN-BSN programs. Contact an MATC advisor for information.

Additional details about the program: Success in the program will depend on the ability to act ethically, communicate effectively, make evidence-based clinical decisions, minimize risk of harm, and use technology to manage data and support clinical decisions.

 

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Related Programs

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Practical Nursing

The Practical Nursing program exposes you to a variety of classroom and clinical experiences to prepare you for employment in nursing homes, hospitals and other healthcare settings. Upon program completion, you will be eligible to take the licensure exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Nursing Assistant training is required prior to petitioning for this program.

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LPN to ADN Progression

If you are a licensed practical nurse interested in a career as a registered nurse, this program is for you. Your work experience may earn you advanced-standing credits. Graduates are eligible to take the RN Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN).

Detailed Program Information

2023-24 Curriculum


Course Course Name Credits
BIOSCI-177 Gen Anatomy & Physiology ‡
(or) BIOSCI-201 Anatomy & Physiology 1 ‡
4
 ENG-195 Written Communication ‡
(or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡
3
PSYCH-188 Developmental Psychology
(or) PSYCH-238 Lifespan Psychology
3
SOCSCI-172 Introduction to Diversity Studies
(or) SOCSCI-203 Introduction to Sociology
(or) Any 200-level SOCSCI or HIST course
3
BIOSCI-179 Adv Anatomy & Physiology ‡
(or) BIOSCI-202 Anatomy and Physiology 2 ‡
4
PSYCH 198 Introduction to Psychology
(or) PSYCH-231 Introductory Psychology
3
BIOSCI-197 Microbiology ‡ 4
CHEM-186 Introductory Biochemistry ‡ 4
ENG-196 Oral/Interpersonal Communication ‡
(or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course
3
NRSAD-101 Nursing Fundamentals ‡ 2
NRSAD-102 Nursing Skills ‡ 3
NRSAD-103 Nursing Pharmacology ‡ 2
NRSAD-104 Nursing: Introduction to Nursing Practice ‡ 2
NRSAD-105 Nursing Health Alterations ‡ 3
NRSAD-106 Nursing Health Promotion ‡ 3
NRSAD-107 Nursing: Clinical Care Across the Lifespan ‡ 2
NRSAD-108 Nursing: Introduction to Clinical Management ‡ 2
NRSAD-109 Nursing Complex Health Alterations 1 ‡ 3
NRSAD-110 Nursing Mental Health Community Concepts ‡ 2
NRSAD-111 Nursing Intermediate Clinical Practice ‡ 3
NRSAD-112 Nursing Advanced Skills ‡ 1
NRSAD-113 Nursing Complex Health Alterations 2 ‡ 3
NRSAD-114 Nursing Management Concepts ‡ 2
NRSAD-115 Nursing Advanced Clinical Practice ‡ 3
NRSAD-116 Nursing Clinical Transition ‡ 2

TOTAL CREDITS

69

‡ Prerequisite required.

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.

Official Wisconsin Technical College System program title: Nursing Associate Degree.

Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.

Search for available classes now (link) to see course descriptions, class times and locations.

Already a student? You can visit Self-Service (link) and choose Student Planning to register for classes.

 

2023-24 Program Cards

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Important Dates

Fall start: Petition for program in February

Spring start: Petition for program in September

Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines

Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar

Program Outcomes

  • Integrate professional nursing identity reflecting integrity, responsibility, and nursing standards
  • Communicate comprehensive information using multiple sources in nursing practice
  • Integrate theoretical knowledge to support decision making
  • Integrate the nursing process into patient care across diverse populations
  • Function as a healthcare team member to provide safe and effective care

Career Outlook

Employers will expect graduates to have a plan for completing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Some BSN courses may be taken concurrently with the associate degree courses. See your MATC advisor for more details.

Possible Career

Registered Nurse

Admission Requirements

This program admits students through a petition selection process.
Learn more about the petition process

  • PAX NLN pre-qualifying exam, score requirement is 120
  • B- or higher in the following courses:
    • BIOSCI-177* & 179* or BIOSCI-201* and 202*
    • BIOSCI-197* 
    • CHEM-186* or CHEM-207* and 208* 
  • C or higher in all other General Education courses 
  • Nursing Assistant training
  • Fall start: Petition for program in February
  • Spring start: Petition for program in September

Scholarships

Accreditation

acen-seal-color-web.pngThe Associate Degree Nursing program at Milwaukee Area Technical College at the Downtown Milwaukee and Mequon Campuses located in Milwaukee, WI and Mequon, WI is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-975-5000;  www.acenursing.org

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree Nursing program is continuing accreditation.

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QUESTIONS?

Healthcare Academic & Career Pathway
414-297-6263
262-238-2281
healthpathway@matc.edu

 

Last updated: 09/05/2023