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Nursing

Overview

Degrees Offered: AAS, Program Certificate
Limited Enrollment: Yes
Program Begins: Fall
Delivery Method: On Campus, Satellite Sites
Phone: 701-224-2429
Email: bsc.cet@bismarckstate.edu

Description

The Nursing Program is a 1 + 1, Practical Nurse Certificate to Associate Degree Nurse (RN) Program. The program is part of the Dakota Nursing Program, a collaborative effort between Bismarck State College, Dakota College at Bottineau, Lake Region State College, and Williston State College. 

Classroom education is delivered by instructors on campus and from other colleges within the consortium through the Interactive Video Network (IVN) system. Some courses/components will be offered in an online format. Laboratory and simulation practice occurs at each location. Clinical opportunities are arranged locally. This program is also offered at North Dakota satellite site locations in Hazen, Harvey, Garrison, Ashley, and Hettinger.

Admission to the Program occurs in the Fall. The Application for the Practical Nursing and Associates degree Nursing programs opens December 1st and closes March 5th. 

Preparation

A strong science background is recommended with high school preparation in the biological sciences, especially anatomy and physiology, mathematics (at least Algebra II), and Certified Nursing Assistant training.

Requirements

The Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs are selective with limited enrollments. See Program Admission tab for more information.

Students who complete the curriculum requirements receive a Program Certificate in Practical Nursing or an Associate in Applied Science degree in Associate Degree Nursing.

Program Pathways

Credits from the Practical Nursing Certificate may stack into the following Associate in Applied Science degree:

 

The Associate in Applied Science degree may stack into the following Bachelor of Applied Science degree:

Career Opportunities

Graduates of nursing programs are in high demand in North Dakota and throughout the United States. The Nursing Program prepares an individual to practice nursing independently, inter-dependently, and safely to individuals in a variety of settings.

Career Possibilities for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): Clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and acute care centers.

Career Possibilities for Registered Nurses (RNs): Hospital acute care settings, long-term care facilities, clinics, outpatient offices, health care industry, community and public agencies.

Additional Information

US Dept of Labor, Veterans PriorityThis program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor; therefore, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)