2021-2022 Catalog

NUR-199 LPN-RN Transition

This is a dynamic hybrid style course designed for the licensed practical nurse (LPN) who is interested in advancing his/her career to become a registered nurse. Course content will build upon the LPN's education and work experience, addressing concepts and skills currently taught in the first year of the MVCC Associate Degree Nursing Program. Upon successful course completion, the LPN will earn proficiency credit for the first year nursing courses (NUR-120, NUR-122, NUR-140, NUR-150, NUR-151, NUR-160, NUR-141, NUR-161, NUR-142, NUR-152, and NUR-162), and the student will be eligible for enrollment in the third semester of the associate degree nursing program. All discussions will incorporate Institute of Medicine (IOM) standards, Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies and the nursing process. Fee is required. (12 contact hours)

Credits

8

Prerequisite

Consent of instructor - selective admission criteria

Department

Nursing