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

This curriculum goes into effect starting with the summer 2008 semester.

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 three elective credits complete the requirements for the degree. Completion of the  courses is a prerequisite for entering the clinical nursing courses. You are also strongly encouraged to complete the general education and elective requirements prior to the clinical courses. 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.

Career Preparation and Expected 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

Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:

• A high school diploma or GED
• Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment
• One year of high school-level or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry, with a grade of C or better
• Good health, as evidenced by a medical examination
• Proper immunizations
• Documentation that the Essential Job Functions have been assessed. This is in keeping with the requirements of the federal Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Documentation of compliance with Wisconsin’s Caregiver Law.
• Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• One year of current practice experience
• CPR certification (professional)

Success in the program will depend on your critical thinking skills; communication skills, both verbal and written; physical and emotional stamina; manual dexterity; ability to work under stress; willingness to work with people of both sexes, all ages, and all cultural backgrounds.

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

Possible Career:

Registered Nurse

Related Programs:

Practical Nursing
Registered Nursing

For more information, call 414-297-MATC.

Curriculum effective 2008-2009.

TOTAL CREDITS: 52

‡ Prerequisite required.

NOTE: Students who have not been accepted, or have not decided on a program, may begin with GENERAL STUDIES courses, if course prerequisites have been met.

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