Program Overview

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Nursing Completion Paramedic to ADN

Program Overview

Madison College and the nursing faculty value the education and experience you've gained as a paramedic. If you wish to advance your education to become a registered nurse, you may be eligible to apply to the Nursing Completion: Paramedic to Associate Degree Nursing program. After completing the required Paramedic to RN Bridge courses, you'll enter into the third semester of the Associate Degree Nursing program curriculum.

Program Details

• Program Number:
• Your 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

• $13,948.56

Financial Aid

Applying for financial aid and scholarships help you pay for your education.

Program Accreditation

The Associate Degree in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Program Outcomes

Graduates of this program are prepared to:

• 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

Our Associate Degree in Nursing program graduates work for various employers throughout Wisconsin, including 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.

Curriculum and Experience

General Education Courses

• Written Communication (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)
• Speech (3 credits)
• Contemporary American Society (3 credits)
• Elective (5 credits)

Paramedic Bridge Courses and Licensure Requirements

• Paramedic to AD Theory 1 (3 credits)
• Paramedic to AD Theory 2 (3 credits)
• Paramedic to AD Skills (2 credits)
• Paramedic to RN Clinical (2 credits)

Associate Degree Nursing 2nd Year Requirements

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

Students need to complete the petition process to get into core-program classes for this program. Before submitting an application, it's essential to review the Petition Process webpage, which also includes estimated wait times for each program.

• View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements
• The next semester students can petition for core courses is Fall 2025.
• The priority petition window is June 1 – 15, 2025.
• Historically, the estimated wait time to enter the core program was 0-1 years.

After Acceptance

Once you have been accepted in a pre-program status, your next step is to complete the Petition Requirements. See the Petition information in the next section.

Additional Notes

Students are required to meet the current admission and petition requirements. Requirements are subject to change based on updates to accreditation requirements or Madison College program assessment data.

Petition

After Admission (Petition Requirements)

Run a Degree Progress Report to confirm which pre-program requirements are satisfied
ot satisfied and specific ways to satisfy requirements.

Complete the Petition Requirements for Paramedic to ADN. Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. A grade of C- will not be accepted.

• Mandatory workshop in Brightspace
• Prerequisites:
  • Chemistry (high school or college coursework)
• Course Requirements:
  • English 1 or Written Communication
  • Anatomy and Physiology (two courses)
  • Microbiology or General Microbiology
  • Intro Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Elective (5 credits)
• Employment Requirement:
  • Students must be able to provide employment verification that includes at least six months of full-time experience as a licensed paramedic using the Employment Verification Form (PDF, 433KB). Students must complete this form and submit it to the Nursing Program.

Petitioning

This program petitions for entry into the following term:

• Fall - Petition window opens on June 1

Review the Petition Process for details on how and when to petition.

Paramedic Bridge Courses and Licensure Requirements

• Students complete Skills and Clinical courses at Madison College.
• Theory courses can be completed at either Northwest Technical College or Mid-State Technical College.

After Petitioning

If awarded a seat, you will receive instructions regarding the below required items. If you do not complete the required items, it may result in losing your seat and starting the application process from the beginning. Please view the Health and Nursing Programs Policies for more information.

• Enrollment in core program courses.
• Mandatory Nursing Orientation