LPN to ADN Progression Track

Program Description

The LPN to ADN Progression Track is designed for individuals who are currently Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and want to become Registered Nurses (RN). The coursework builds upon prior learning.

Advanced standing credit may be awarded for knowledge and skills gained through occupational experiences, prior learning and other advanced placement subject exams. To ensure that students have the academic foundation for higher-level coursework, 19 escrow credits are granted after successful completion of 543-109, 543-110, 543-111 and 543-112. These escrow credits then fulfill the core course requirements for the first year of the Moraine Park Associate Degree Nursing program.

Program graduates are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses.

The program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 (phone 1-404-975-5000) and the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (phone 1-608-267-2357).

Statewide Salary Range for Recent Graduates

$22,254 $103,416

Approximate Costs

• $111.85 per credit (resident)
• $167.80 per credit (out-of-state resident)
• *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.

Program Outcomes

• Adhere to professional standards of practice within legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks of the registered nurse.
• Use effective communication skills incorporating lifespan considerations.
• Assess health of individuals, families and groups across the lifespan within the context of the community.
• Make clinical decisions to assure safe and accurate nursing care.
• Provide safe caring interventions with diverse populations across the lifespan.
• Use teaching and learning processes to promote and restore health incorporating lifespan considerations.
• Collaborate with others to respond to the needs of individuals, families and groups across the health-illness continuum.
• Manage care to facilitate continuity within and across healthcare settings.

Career Opportunities

• (entry-level; after passing NCLEX-RN)
• Staff Nurse
• Primary Nurse

Program Applications

Applications are not currently being accepted to this program due to large wait lists and capacity limitations.  Please check our Application Deadlines for periodic updates on the next application opportunity.

Entrance Scores

Admission Process

• Submit the college admission application.
• Submit the $30 one-time fee.
• Submit high school and other official college transcripts.
• Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (required for this program).
• Health Requirements need to be met and a Criminal Background Check is required.
• Check with Admissions if any additional steps are required.