MATC 2026-27 Catalog

Healthcare Academic and Career Pathway LPN to ADN Progression

ASSOCIATE DEGREE | PROGRAM CODE: 10-543-1.22.P

Program Description This program is designed for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) seeking to advance their careers by earning an associate degree in nursing. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands on lab experiences and clinical practice, students build on their existing knowledge and skills to prepare for the role of a registered nurse. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Mequon Campus Start Dates: August and January Admission Requirement: Must hold a current Wisconsin Practical Nurse License. Academic Preparedness Requirements: Before taking core courses, a student must meet the following criteria: • GPA of 2.5 or higher at MATC • Complete the following courses with a B- or higher: BIOSCI-177 (or BIOSCI-201), BIOSCI-179 (or BIOSCI-202), and BIOSCI-197. • HESI Exam or PN Exit Exam with 900 or higher (three lifetime attempts). Waiting List: Yes. Visit the program’s webpage at matc.edu to view the waiting list process and all requirements. Financial Aid Eligible: Yes. Use code 003866 at fafsa.gov. Career Outlook Graduates of the LPN to ADN program are well-prepared for in-demand roles as registered nurses (RNs) in diverse healthcare settings. Employment opportunities continue to grow, with competitive salaries and career advancement potential in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities and community health. Program Learning Outcomes • Integrate professional nursing identity re fl ecting integrity, responsibility and nursing standards. • Communicate comprehensive information using multiple sources in nursing practice. • Integrate theoretical knowledge to support decision-making. • Integrate nursing process into patient care across diverse populations. • Function as a healthcare team member to provide safe and effective care.

CREDITS

ENG-195

Written Communication ‡ ............................................... 3 (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ Introduction to Diversity Studies..................................... 3 (or) SOCSCI-203 Introduction to Sociology (or) Any 200-level SOCSCI or HIST course Developmental Psychology ............................................. 3 (or) PSYCH-238 Lifespan Psychology Oral/Interpersonal Communication ‡ .............................. 3 (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course General Anatomy and Physiology ‡................................. 4 (or) BIOSCI-201 Anatomy and Physiology 1 ‡ Microbiology ‡................................................................ 4 Introduction to Psychology ............................................. 3 (or) PSYCH-231 Introductory Psychology Advanced Anatomy and Physiology ‡ ............................. 4 (or) BIOSCI-202 Anatomy and Physiology 2 ‡ Nursing Complex Health Alterations 1 ‡ ........................ 3 Nursing Clinical Skill Development ‡ .............................. 2 Mental Health Community Concepts ‡ ........................... 2 Nursing Intermediate Clinical Practice ‡ ......................... 3 Nursing Advanced Skills ‡ .............................................. 1 Nursing Complex Health Alterations 2 ‡ ......................... 3 Nursing Management and Professional Concepts ‡........ 2 Nursing Advanced Clinical Practice ‡ ............................. 3 Nursing Clinical Transition ‡ .......................................... 2 CREDITS Total credits needed to complete this program 48

SOCSCI-172

PSYCH-188

ENG-196

BIOSCI-177

BIOSCI-197 PSYCH-198

Healthcare

BIOSCI-179

NRSAD-109 NRSAD-191 NRSAD-110 NRSAD-111 NRSAD-112 NRSAD-113 NRSAD-114 NRSAD-115 NRSAD-116

Semester sequence based on a full-time course load and a Fall start date. Note: Licensure as LPN required for this program. ‡ Prerequisite required. Program curriculum requirements are subject to change. Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements. MATC courses are offered in person, entirely online or partially online. Check each course’s delivery options in Self-Service at selfservice.matc.edu .

Complete Program Details QUESTIONS? 414-297-6263, 262-238-2281 or healthpathway@matc.edu

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326; 404-975-5000; acenursing.org.

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