Registered Nursing
Associate in Applied Science Degree — Downtown Milwaukee  and Mequon Campuses (Official WTCS title: Nursing — Associate Degree)

Program code: 10-543-1

Overview — The Registered Nursing program prepares you for employment in a variety of health care settings. Upon graduation from this National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission accredited program, you will be eligible to take the RN licensure exam (NCLEX-RN). College laboratory experiences provide opportunities to practice technical skills. Clinical experiences allow participation in supervised patient care activities in a variety of local health care settings. Due to the large number of laboratory hours involved in nursing courses, you are strongly advised to complete the General Education courses prior to the nursing courses. Students who complete the first-year courses are eligible to take the Practical Nursing licensure exam (NCLEX-PN).

Career Outlook — Upon graduation, you can apply for positions at the staff nurse level. Further education will enhance your potential for advancement to coordinator/head nurse and clinical specialist positions.

Career Preparation and Expected Learning Outcomes — Upon graduation, prospective employers will expect you to:

• Adhere to professional standards of practice for RNs
• Use effective communication 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
• CPR Certification (Health Professional)
• 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.
• Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant course.

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

Future Opportunities — If you are interested in a baccalaureate degree upon completion of the program, check with a program counselor or advisor and the institution you plan to attend regarding the transfer of MATC credits.

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

Related Programs:

Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing — RN Educational Progression

For more information, call 414-297-MATC or 262-238-2200.

Curriculum effective 2008-2009.

‡ Prerequisite Required

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

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.

The NATSCI (Natural Science) courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.

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