Associate Degree Nursing - LPN to RN, Associate of Applied Science

Curriculum Code #2400

Division of Health and Wellness Sciences

The associate degree nursing program prepares graduates to function as registered nurses in hospitals, nursing homes and other health care agencies. Registered nurses promote health for clients through hygienic care; teaching; assessment of body systems; implementation of the nursing process, including treatment modalities ordered by the physician; and rehabilitative care. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX examination for licensure as a registered nurse. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College’s University Partnership.

Note: LPNs will be given prior learning credit and advanced placement for the ADN Degree.

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Indicates that this course has a prerequisite.

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Indicates that a grade of C (2.0), (78% or higher in nursing courses) or higher must be earned in order to continue in the sequence.

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 Students are encouraged to also take College Composition II if they are considering pursuing the BSN.

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A student must register for the orientation course when enrolling for more than six credit hours per semester or any course that would result in an accumulation of 13 or more credit hours.

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The LPN must complete NURS 111 with a grade of C (78%) or higher in order to gain advanced placement.

For information about admissions, enrollment, transfer, graduation and other general questions, please contact your advising team.

More program information can be found on our website.

Advanced Placement Nursing Program (LPN TO RN)

This program allows licensed practical nurses advanced placement in the associate degree nursing (RN) program. Through this program, the licensed practical nurse will receive credit for prior nursing coursework, thereby eliminating excessive course repetition.

Admission Requirements for Advanced Placement Nursing Program (LPN to RN):

1. Be a graduate of a state board approved practical nursing program.
2. Be actively licensed as an LPN in the United States or U.S. territory without restrictions or conditions.
3. Have completed all practical nursing courses with a grade of C or better.
4. GPA of 2.5 or higher on all completed college-level coursework (includes transfer/transient courses).
5. Have completed BIOG 221 with a grade of C or better.
6. Have completed ENGL 161 with a grade of C or better.
7. Have completed PSYH 151 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
8. Have completed CHMY 161  or equivalent with a grade of C or better.

9. Obtain a score of PROFICIENT on the ATI TEAS Exam. 

10. Official high school or GED and college/program transcripts (if applicable) on file in the LCCC Records office.
11. Must complete SDEV 101 with a grade of C or better.

Once students have been admitted into the program and admission requirements have been completed, students are eligible to register for NURS 111  and will be provided credit through the PLA/ITAG process for NURS 120 and NURS 123. NURS 111 may not be repeated if failed.

Upon successful completion of NURS 111, with a grade of C or better, students can advance in the Accelerated LPN to RN program.   Accelerated students will substitute NURS 116 and NURS 119 with NURS 138 which is a blended course with no required clinical practice. The remainder of the support courses must be completed as  REQUIRED in the associate degree nursing program. 

Credit for Prior Learning (PLA) options may be available for your program.  For more information, please visit our website:  www.lorainccc.edu/PLA

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the role of the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient’s preferences, values, and needs  (patient centered care)
2.  Integrate best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal health care. (EBP)
3. Prioritize data to monitor the outcomes of care processes in order to ensure patient safety and minimize risk of harm. (quality improvement/safety)
4. Use information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making. (informatics and technology)
5. Interact effectively with patients and families and within nursing and inter-professional teams, to foster open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision- making, to achieve quality patient care and positive health outcomes, and to enhance patient satisfaction.(communication, teamwork & collaboration)
6. Demonstrate accountability for the delivery of standard-based nursing care consistent with moral, altruistic, legal, ethical, regulatory, and humanistic principles. (leadership & professionalism)