The Advanced Placement Option (LPN to ADN) allows a Licensed Practical Nurse (with a valid Colorado LPN license) to complete the transition course NUR 189 and enter the second year of an Associate Degree Nursing Program. The graduate student receives an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree and is eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX- RN).
Advanced Placement Option Application, Admission, Program Prerequisites and Additional Requirements:
The application period will begin on April 1st and end on May 15th of each year. Applications may be taken after May 15th until nursing program is at capacity. Number of available seats in the LPN to RN program can vary from year to year.
Acceptance Eligibility Requirements to the Advanced Placement Option (LPN to ADN)
To apply to the Advanced Placement option, students must have graduated from an accredited PN program within the USA, and hold a valid Colorado LPN License. Morgan Community College is using a competitive admission process for the Bridge Program (LPN to RN). Points are awarded based on course grades in BIO 201, BIO 202, and BIO 216 coursework (first time completing course only, but a student repeating a BIO course that is over seven years can count as first time), GPA in LPN program, prior paid LPN work experience, completion of PN certificate at MCC, residence in the MCC service area and previous qualified application to the MCC Nursing Program. Once you have completed the required pre-requisite courses with a minimum GPA of 2.5, you may apply to the nursing program.
The following will be discussed at the new nursing student orientation. Orientation date will be included in nursing acceptance letter that will be mailed to those accepted into the nursing program.
- American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare provider card (must be valid for the duration of the program)
- Criminal background check to be done within 90 days of the first day of starting the program –
DO NOT COMPLETE ANY EARLIER!
Although possession and use of marijuana for certain medical conditions consistent with the requirements of the Colorado Constitution is no longer a crime in the State of Colorado, the possession and use of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Consistent with federal law, including the Controlled Substances Act and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the use and/or possession of marijuana continues to be prohibited for students seeking admission or enrolled in a health program at Morgan Community College. Therefore a student with a drug screen showing positive for use of marijuana is ineligible for admission and/or continuance in program.
- Uniforms, equipment & supplies
- Immunization record
- Annual flu vaccine required
- Liability and clinical badge payment
Course Requirements:
Prerequisites for LPN to ADN
| | Transfer of PN Coursework | 21 |
| BIO 201 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab: SC1 | 4 |
| BIO 202 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab: SC1 | 4 |
| BIO 216 | Pathophysiology | 4 |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I: CO1 | 3 |
| HPR 108 | Dietary Nutrition | 1 |
| PSY 235 | Human Growth & Development: SS3 | 3 |
| MAT 103 | Math for Clinical Calculations | 3 |
| NUR 189 | Transition from LPN to ADN | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 46 |
BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 216: Courses must have been taken with the last 7 years
GPA of 2.50 for all of the above listed prerequisites including LPN courses.
Semester 1 -Fall
| NUR 206 | Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing I | 6.5 |
| NUR 211 | Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 212 | Pharmacology II | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12.5 |
Semester 2 - Spring
| NUR 216 | Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing II | 5 |
| NUR 230 | Transition to Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
| | Any gtPathways Arts & Humanities/Social & Behavioral Sciences course (AH1, AH2, AH3, AH4, SS1, SS2, SS3) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
ALL Courses must be completed with a "C" grade or higher