色中色

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色中色 (SCC) is proud to have been training competent, compassionate, and confident nurses for over 50 years. This history illustrates the Nursing Program's commitment to excellence throughout student classroom, lab, and clinical experiences.

A Professional Nursing, Associate of Science Degree will prepare a student to work in long term care, treatment service facilities, clinics, assisted living, home care, and acute care facilities.  The 64 credit degree is approved by Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (Minnesota State), the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON).

The LPN to RN Plan is for the current LPN who is working towards an Associate of Science in Nursing Degree. Participants will be granted advanced standing and start their first semester with a 4-credit transition course (NURS 2200, LPN to RN Role Transition) to establish foundations to the RN role. Additionally, returning LPNs will follow an adjusted Professional Nursing Degree plan with advanced standing of 4 credits for your previous nursing education.

Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for the registered nurse (NCLEX - RN).

Students earning a Professional Nursing Degree may transfer credits to a four-year institution to work towards a bachelor鈥檚 degree in nursing.

Locations: Faribault and North Mankato Campuses
Admission Dates:
 Fall and Spring Semesters
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Nursing Informational Sessions

Individuals who would like to learn more about the Registered Nursing or Practical Nursing programs at 色中色 should attend one of our monthly Nursing Information Sessions. Sessions are scheduled for two hours each. Participants should arrive 5 - 10 minutes early for check-in before the session. Some topics that will be discussed:

  • Steps for applying to 色中色 as a Pre-Nursing student
  • Differences in the RN and LPN Nursing programs
  • Program Policies
  • Admission criteria
  • Entrance exam requirements
  • A question/answer period is included
  • Attendance at one Info Session is required for application to the nursing programs

Sign Up to Attend an Info Session:


What Professional Nursing Students Say

 

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Nursing Accreditation = Excellence!

The Associate in Science Degree in Nursing program at 色中色 at North Mankato located in both North Mankato and Faribault, Minnesota is accredited by the:

Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400鈥, Atlanta, Georgia 30326鈥
Phone: (404) 975-5000鈥‵ax: (404) 975-5020  鈥╓eb: 

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate in Science Degree in Nursing program is Continued Accreditation with conditions. A follow-up report is due in Fall 2024. There is no expected impact on students.

South Central Nursing programs are also approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON).

USDE Licensure Disclosure
Successful completion of the Practical Nursing (PN) or Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) programs at 色中色 will meet the requirements for licensure in the State of Minnesota. The pdfU.S. Dept. of Education requirement fo ASN and PN PDF(125.90 KB) helps you find information regarding which state licensure requirements are met in states outside of Minnesota. This data was collected in August of 2020 with steadfast attempts for accuracy, however as programs and state requirements change, this should not be considered the definitive resource. 色中色 highly recommends that you contact the appropriate state licensing board in the state or locality in which you intend to practice or be employed to determine whether the program you are considering will meet that state鈥檚 licensing requirements. Information about specific state requirements for licensure can be located through the board of nursing for each state.

 

Faculty Spotlight - Nursing

Amber Wubben
Amber Wubben
Nursing Instructor
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Andrea Mettler
Andrea Mettler
Nursing Instructor - Med/Surg
(507) 389-7341
N. Mankato: D135-l
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Ashley Sash
Ashley Sash
Nursing Instructor
N. Mankato: D135 - A
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Candy Mortenson-Klimpel
Candy Mortenson-Klimpel
Nursing Instructor
Education:B.S.N., M.S.N., Minnesota State University, Mankato
(507) 389-7479
N. Mankato: D135-f
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Casey Kelly
Casey Kelly
Nursing Instructor
Education:Bachelors - U of M, Masters in Nursing - University of North Dakota
(507) 332-5855
Faribault: C-211
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Dana Kaplan
Dana Kaplan
Nursing Instructor
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Elizabeth Thompson
Elizabeth Thompson
Dean of Health Sciences
(507) 389-7307
N. Mankato: D-135E
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Jennifer Ongie Jindra
Jennifer Ongie Jindra
Nursing Instructor
Education:B.A.N., The College of St. Catherine
(507) 332-5825
Faribault: C-111
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Joan Quam
Joan Quam
Nursing Faculty
(507) 332-5861
Faribault: C-111
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Kim Lehrke
Kim Lehrke
Nursing Instructor/Simulation Coordinator
Education:Bachelors from MNSU, Mankato Masters in Nursing Education from MNSU, Moorhead
(507) 389-7317
N. Mankato: D-135E
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Kristina Nowak
Kristina Nowak
Nursing, A.D. Faculty
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Kylie Krause
Kylie Krause
Nursing, AD Instructor
(507) 389-7261
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Leah Walters
Leah Walters
Nursing, AD Instructor
507-389-7482
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Matt Holicky
Matt Holicky
Nursing Practical Instructor
(507) 332-5861
Faribault: C-111
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