Nursing
Program description
Join the fast-paced world of the Health Care field by becoming a practical or professional nurse. MCTC’s Nursing Department offers three nursing academic tracks. Practical Nursing (PN), Professional Nursing (RN) and a Mobility (RN) track for currently Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). Get hands-on training from experienced faculty in a program that uses state-of-the-art technology and gives you the tools you need to enter or broaden your nursing career.
Program start and location
Courses are taught at MCTC’s downtown Minneapolis campus, and the program course work is offered year ‘round. Clinical and experiential learning for all three academic tracks also takes place at various facilities around the Twin Cities. Students are admitted once per year to all programs with Practical and Mobility nursing students starting Fall and Spring semesters and Professional nursing students starting Fall semester only. Courses in the Professional Nursing Program are offered in one of two tracks either day time (Monday-Friday), or evening/weekend.
Degree options and requirements
Practical Nursing (PN) Diploma—36 credits
2013-2014 Program Overview and Admission Requirements
Application for 2013-2014 Practical Nursing Diploma Program
Professional Nursing (RN) A.S. Degree—64 credits
2013-2014 Program Overview and Admission Requirements
Application for 2013-2014 Professional Nursing Program
Professional Nursing Mobility Program for Currently Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) A.S. Degree
2013-2014 Program Overview and Admission Requirements
Application for 2013-2014 Professional Nursing Mobility Program for Currently Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
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What you will learn
The Nursing Department offers three academic tracks. Students admitted to the practical nursing program will earn a Diploma in Practical Nursing (PN) upon successful completion of the two semester program. Classes are offered during day hours only. Students in this program will learn to collect data regarding physical and mental functioning, administer prescribed medications and treatments, monitor status and perform delegated nursing care of your patients, all under the supervision of a registered nurse. You also will learn to develop rapport with patients and to maintain medical confidentiality. Graduates of the program will then be eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam – (NCLEX-PN). Following licensure, graduates will be able to apply to mobility nursing programs if they wish to pursue a Professional Nursing (RN) credential.
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Points of pride
- MCTC’s Nursing programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (3343 Peachtree Road N.E., Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326), and approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
- MCTC’s diverse student body enhances your learning experience.
- MCTC’s Nursing program’s NCLEX scores are higher than the national average.
- MCTC’s Nursing program has highly accomplished faculty, all of whom combine extensive industry experience with teaching expertise.
Where you could work
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Extended-care facilities
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Potential job titles
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
Occupational outlook
With the baby boomer generation expected to retire in the next 10 years, now is an ideal time to enter into the nursing profession. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Registered Nurses (RN’s) is expected to grow overall by 22 percent through 2018. Factors behind the growth include the need to replace experienced nurses who leave the occupation, technological advances in patient care, an increasing emphasis on preventive care and the aging of the U.S. populace.
Beyond-the-classroom opportunities
- You may choose to join The Student Nurses Association, which builds community among nursing students and helps them further understand the discipline of Nursing.
- You will have the opportunity to do a Clinical Internship Elective, for college credit, which provides you with learning opportunities to apply nursing theory to a nursing practice. The focus is on gaining depth of understanding of the role of the registered nurse, as well as strengthening nursing skills in the clinical setting. You will be precepted by nurses in the practice setting and by nurse faculty.
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Academy
This program is part of the Academy of Nursing, Counseling and Allied Healthcare. Click here for more information.
Articulation Agreements, Common Course Outlines and Gainful Employment Information
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