- Important Information to Know
- Tools/Uniforms
- Nursing Technical Standards
- Health and Other Requirements
Important Information to Know
Moraine Park has one of the highest pass rates in the state of Wisconsin for the national registered nursing licensure exam (NCLEX). This is a result of the high standards placed on student academics and clinical experiences. Currently you are accepted with “pre-core” status. Typically, a pre-core student will start by taking general education classes and completing other requirements. (MPTC does review and accept transfer credits from other colleges that may meet certain academic preparedness requirements.) Once specific courses, grades and other requirements are met, a “pre-core” student is eligible to start core courses.
The Waiting List process is based on completion of academic preparedness requirements and space in the program. Students are on the Waiting List at the time of admission to Moraine Park. Students will be notified each semester to review their academic records to make sure everything is up-to-date prior to the evaluation of the Waiting List. Evaluation is completed twice each year: September for the spring semester and March for the fall semester for students who are ready and wish to start core Nursing courses. Please note that having the academic preparedness requirements met does NOT guarantee a spot in the core program. Depending on the pace that you complete your petition requirements and when you petition, anticipate that it will take more than two years to complete the program.
If you haven’t already, it is important that you sign up for the Program Meeting using the link provided in the introduction email. Please sign up for a session at the campus you plan to attend.
Tools/Uniforms
Once you start the core nursing courses and clinicals, you will need MPTC scrubs, a name tag, a stethoscope, and an iPad or a laptop with specialized software. (These are additional costs students should anticipate.) You will also need reliable transportation to drive to clinical sites. More information will be given to you at the core information session held after successful petition.
Nursing Technical Standards
Nursing students must be able to complete certain activities. Below are some of the nursing technical standards. If you are concerned with your ability to meet these or want a full list of the standards, it is important to talk with your advisor early. More information will be shared during the core information session, this includes acknowledgement that you are able to perform the activities.
- Sitting, standing and maintaining balance
- Gross and fine motor skills
- Ability to discuss and ask questions regarding patient care
- Work in an environment with potentially infectious materials, chemical substances and allergens
- Students must have sufficient critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Must exhibit positive interpersonal skills in all interactions
- Maintain confidentiality
Health and Other Requirements
The nursing program requires that you:
- Successfully complete the Nursing Assistant course. If you would like to take this course at Moraine Park, please fill out a new application for the Nursing Assistant program to be eligible to enroll.
- Have your physical, immunizations, and drug screening test completed.
- Have your CPR certification for health care providers.
Please wait until you’ve attended your Program Meeting to do any of these items. We will outline when each item needs to be done.
You have already completed your Background Information Disclosure (BID) but you may need to do a recheck in the future.