Lansing Community College

ADVANCED STANDING NURSING TRACK IS PAUSED

*Effective immediately, the Advanced Standing Nursing track (for Paramedics, LPNs, and Respiratory Therapists) is paused due to declining interest. This track will not be available for at least the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic years. If interest in this track increases in the future, the college may offer it again. If you have questions, please contact the Nursing Program Director, Dr. Teri Logghe (logghet@star.lcc.edu  /  517-483-9695).

2nd Degree nursing track new application deadline

*Effective immediately, the annual application deadline for the 2nd Degree Nursing track is now September 1. This track is for those who already possess a Bachelor's+ degree in any field. The 2-Year track annual application deadline is still March 1st.

 

Overview

General Info and Accreditation

LCC's Career Ladder Nursing program is highly regarded in the community and has been nationally accredited since 1971. Students who complete the program earn an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Nursing, RN and are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX-RN). Those who pass the NCLEX and are licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).

The RN program is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing, and has been continuously accredited since 1971 by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.

The PN portion of the Career Ladder Nursing Program has met the Michigan State Board of Nursing requirements to apply for accreditation.

Effective September 5, 2024, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on September 5, 2026.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
Phone: 404.975.5000
Fax: 404.975.5020
info@acenursing.org

LCC's Nursing program is selective admission. In order to be considered as a candidate, students must meet admission requirements beyond those required for general admission to the college. There is no wait-list to enter the program; instead, acceptance is based on a point system. More information on the Selective Admissions process can be found in the "selective admission information" panel below.

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Lansing Community College's Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.


Student Achievement Data

2017-2018 Graduates replying to our survey that were employed in less than 3 months: 90%

Pass rate on the National Council Licensure Exam for Nurses (NCLEX):

Pass Rates: Nursing
Exam(s) LCC Pass Rate State Pass Rate Testing Date Results Date
NCLEX - PN 95.35% 79.03% All year January 2024 – June 2024
NCLEX - RN 96.19% 90.95% All year January 2024 – June 2024

 
PROGRAM TRACKS AND LENGTH

The Career Ladder Nursing Program offers multiple program tracks to achieve the Registered Nurse (ADN) Associate in Applied Science Degree (Curriculum Code 0222). 2-Year and 2nd Degree Track students have the option of completing the Practical Nurse (PN) Certificate of Achievement (Curriculum Code 0235) before moving on to complete their RN.

All classes meet face to face. The 2nd degree track uses a hybrid format which is a combination of face to face and online.

The 2-Year Traditional Track is designed so that the student has class 4-5 days/week and once admitted can complete the program in two years (4 semesters). This track accepts up to 128 students. 64 students will have a fall semester start and 64 students will have a spring semester start. Placement into fall or spring cohorts is random. See the current Advising Guide for application deadlines.

The 2nd Degree Track is designed for individuals who possess a Bachelor’s or higher degree in any major. Classes and clinical sessions meet mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings (weekdays or weekends). Once admitted the program is 16 months long. There are 32 seats available each year. See the current Advising Guide for application deadlines.*International degrees must be determined as equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. More information is available on our International Student Admissions page.

LPN OPTION (Certificate of Achievement)

Students admitted in the 2-Year and 2nd Degree tracks will complete LPN coursework during the first two semesters of the program. The Practical Nurse (PN) program is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing (since November 1970). This coursework provides the basis for an in-depth study of the theory and nursing care of adults, children and families. Clinical experiences include extended care facilities, hospitals, and community agencies where students provide nursing care to geriatric, medical, surgical, maternity, and pediatric patients.

Those who successfully complete the PN program will earn an LCC Certificate of Achievement - Nursing, LPN and are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN). Those who pass the examination are entitled to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

After completion of the PN program, students automatically continue on to the RN program.

PROGRAM CONTENT

The courses within LCC's Nursing program provide the basis for an in-depth study of the theory and nursing care of children, adults, and families. Student learning experiences progress from simple to complex and use critical thinking skills in applying the nursing process to the care of patients. Practical and professional healthcare skills are developed in a safe and supportive environment using lectures, Skills Labs, SimLabs, and clinical experience.

Skills Labs provide students the environment to learn clinical nursing skills before entering professional facilities. Labs consist of full sized mannequins, fully functional hospital beds & headwall units, IV poles & pumps, wheelchairs, and a variety of other tools and supplies. Students practice what they have learned using mannequins and community volunteers.

Clinical experiences include hospitals, home health care agencies, rehabilitation units, and community health organizations where students provide nursing care to mental health, medical, surgical, maternity, and pediatric patients. For increased learning potential, LCC offers small clinical groups of 8 students to every faculty member.

Students can have up to 141 hours/semester of clinical experience per a semester and will experience up to 500 hours throughout the entirety of the program. Clinical rotations are offered in a 100 mile radius of LCC’s Downtown Lansing campus.

Students provide nursing care to geriatric, medical, surgical, maternity, mental health, and pediatric patients at a variety of sites. Clinical experience includes Hospitals, Extended Care Facilities and Community Agencies. Sites can include U of M Sparrow, McLaren, Owosso Memorial, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Eaton Rapids Medical Center, and many long-term care/sub-acute rehabilitation facilities in our area.

 

 

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Career Ladder Nursing Program

Health and Human Services Division Office

HHS Building, 108
517-483-1410
517-483-1508 fax

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