Program Overview

Nursing Completion LPN to ADN

Program Overview

The Nursing Completion LPN to ADN program is designed for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) seeking to advance their education and become registered nurses. This associate degree completion program allows LPNs to enter the third semester of the Associate Degree Nursing program curriculum upon successful completion of a bridge course.

Program Details

• Program Number:
• Degree: Associate Degree
• Area of Study: Health Sciences
• Delivery Method: Some Online/Some In Person
• Estimated Time to Complete: 65 Credits | Finish degree in 2 years
• Financial Aid Available: Yes

Estimated Program Cost

• Estimated Program Cost: $13,948.56
• View Tuition and Fees: Tuition and Fees

Program Accreditation

• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, 404.975.5000
• Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services: Approves the Madison College Nursing (RN) program

Additional Nursing Program Resources

• Nursing Program Essential Functional Abilities: Students enrolled in Madison College's nursing programs must be able to perform these essential functions safely, reliably, and efficiently within the scope of practice.
• School of Nursing Student Handbook (PDF): Learn more about the nursing program's requirements, policies, procedures, and more.
• Health Sciences and Nursing Programs Forms and Policies: Information about caregiver background checks, immunization policies, student accident insurance, CPR training, and more.

Curriculum and Experience

General Education Courses

• Speech: 3 credits
• Written Communication: 3 credits
• Contemporary American Society: 3 credits
• Gen Anatomy & Physiology: 4 credits
• Advanced Anatomy & Physiology: 4 credits
• Introduction to Psychology: 3 credits
• Developmental Psychology: 3 credits
• Microbiology-University Medical: 4 credits

Practical Nursing and Licensure Requirements

• First Semester:
  • Nursing Fundamentals - Practical Nursing Program: 2 credits
  • Nursing Skills - Practical Nursing Program: 3 credits
  • Nursing Pharmacology - Practical Nursing Program: 2 credits
  • Nursing: Intro to Clinical Practice - Practical Nursing Program: 2 credits
• Second Semester:
  • Nursing Health Alterations - Practical Nursing Program: 3 credits
  • Nursing Health Promotion - Practical Nursing Program: 3 credits
  • Nursing: Clinical Care Across the Lifespan - Practical Nursing Program: 2 credits
  • Nursing: Intro to Clinical Care Management - Practical Nursing Program: 2 credits

Prior to the Start of Third Semester Courses

• Orientation Associate Degree Nursing: 3 credits

Third Semester

• Nursing: Complex Health Alterations 1: 3 credits
• Nursing: Mental Health Community Concepts: 2 credits
• Nursing: Intermediate Clinical Practice: 3 credits
• Nursing Advanced Skills: 1 credit

Fourth Semester

• Nursing Complex Health Alterations 2: 3 credits
• Nursing: Management and Professional Concepts: 2 credits
• Nursing: Advanced Clinical Practice: 3 credits
• Nursing Clinical Transition: 2 credits

Admission

To Apply

• Petition Process: Complete the petition process to get into core-program classes for this program.
• Admission Requirements: Review the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
• Estimated Wait Time: 0-2 semesters between acceptance into pre-program and the start of core classes.

After Acceptance

• Petition Requirements: Complete the petition requirements for LPN to ADN.
• Course Requirements:
  • English 1 or Written Communication
  • Anatomy and Physiology (two courses)
  • Microbiology or General Microbiology
  • Intro Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology

Petitioning

• Petition Window: Fall - Petition window opens on April 1, Spring - Petition window opens on September 1.
• Required Items:
  • Healthcare Provider CPR Certification
  • Personal Health Information
  • Background Information Disclosure Form (Criminal Background Check)
  • Enrollment in core program courses

Career Outcomes

LPN to ADN 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 client care across diverse populations.
• Function as a healthcare team member to provide safe and effective care.

Nursing Careers

• Employers: Access Community Health Centers, Columbus Community Hospital, Fort Atkinson Healthcare, Mercy Health System, St. Clare Hospital & Health Services, VA Medical Center, Agrace Hospice, Marquardt Manor, and more.