Associate Degree Nursing Admission Requirements-Spring M State nursing programs are designed to prepare qualified students for careers in nursing. We are pleased you are considering M State and look forward to receiving your application.
Associate Degree Nursing Admission Requirements-Fall M State's nursing programs are designed to prepare qualified students for careers in nursing. We are pleased you are considering M State and look forward to receiving your application.
School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing Dr. Ken Kompelien was appointed Dean for the School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing in January 2022, bringing to M State more than 25 years of academic excellence and higher education experience, with particular experience in healthcare education.
LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge Admission Requirements - Fall M State's LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge program is for licensed practical and vocational nurses who are seeking to become registered nurses. Admission to the program is competitive.
Selective Admissions Programs Some M State programs have selective admission requirements; review details and maximize your chance of acceptance to your program of choice! As a selective admission program, nursing also offers info sessions to help guide you through the admissions process - sign up today.
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Associate Degree Nursing
Associate of Science (AS)
Credits: 64The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed for students with no previous nursing experience who are seeking to become registered nurses. The Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena campuses offer the two-year Associate Degree Nursing program. The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to prepare students to deliver nursing care in a variety of settings as registered nurses. The graduating nurse will be able to provide nursing care in hospitals, long-term care centers, clinics, and community health and other health-related facilities. Upon completion of the nursing program, an Associate of Science degree is awarded by the college. Nursing graduates may apply to take the National Council Licensing Exam-RN (NCLEX-RN) following graduation. Individuals entering the program must pass the background check required by the Minnesota Human Services licensing division and, depending upon particular clinical partner expectations, also may be required to pass an annual national background check. The Minnesota Board of Nursing has officially approved the Associate Degree Nursing program at M State.
LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge
Associate of Science (AS)
Credits: 32The LPN to Associate Degree Nursing option is designed for licensed practical nurses seeking to become registered nurses. This option is offered at the Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena campuses. Students who have taken the required general education prerequisites and are accepted to the program take a two-credit Role Transition course in the semester prior to the start of their program and then join the Associate Degree Nursing students in the second year of their nursing program. The Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to prepare students to deliver nursing care in a variety of settings as registered nurses. The graduating nurse will be able to provide nursing care in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and community health and other health-related facilities. Upon completion of the nursing program, an Associate of Science degree is awarded by the college. Nursing graduates may apply to take the National Council Licensing Exam-RN (NCLEX-RN) following graduation. Individuals entering the program must pass the background check required by the Minnesota Human Services licensing division and, depending upon particular clinical partner expectations, also may be required to pass an annual National Background Check. The Minnesota Board of Nursing has officially approved the Associate Degree Nursing program at M State.
