Nursing Programs in MN | North Hennepin C.C.

The North Hennepin Community College Nursing Associate Degree program is designed to educate students who are prepared to begin professional nursing careers as competent, caring members of today's healthcare team.

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Overview

Coursework includes nursing theory focusing on holistic assessment, therapeutic nursing interventions including communication, levels of prevention, critical thinking, collaboration and leadership/management concepts. Clinical application occurs in a variety of settings including: acute, subacute and long term care facilities, community clinics, schools and home health settings. Safe, caring, competent nursing care across the lifespan and along the wellness continuum is fostered.

Application for Fall admissions will be open Dec 1 - Feb 1.

Application for Spring admissions will be open April 1 - June 1.

Delivery Method: In-person, Hybrid

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Nursing Program Information Sessions

Nursing Program Admissions

MANE Nursing Program Update

TEAS Testing Information

Nursing AS Curriculum PDF

Time to Complete

NHCC's Nursing AS degree program can be completed in five semesters depending on when a student is admitted to the program. See the Nursing Program Admission page for more information.

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Costs

2021-2022 Tuition & Fees:
$228.97 per credit (75 credits)

Tuition Details

What You Will Learn

• Demonstrate reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning into nursing practice.

• Collaborate with inter-professional teams to provide holistic nursing care.

• Utilize best available evidence and informatics to guide decision making.

• Practice holistic, evidence-based nursing care including diverse and underserved individuals, families, and communities.

After NHCC

The Associate of Science in Nursing is designed to align with the Metropolitan State University BSN degree. All students admitted to the Nursing AS degree will be dually enrolled in North Hennepin Community College and Metropolitan State University. Upon completion of five semesters, graduates are awarded an Associate of Science degree in Nursing and are eligible to apply to take the NCLEXRN exam and meet the Minnesota State Board of Nursing requirements for licensure. NHCC nursing graduates can seamlessly transition to Metropolitan State for an additional 40 credits for the upper division courses to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

The Nursing Application

The Nursing application is currently closed. The application will be open April 1 – June 1, 2023 for the admission cycle for the Spring 2024 start.

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Nursing Program Admissions

To get started in the Nursing program at NHCC, review the steps in the admissions process.

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Nursing Instructors

Visit the Nursing Instructors page to get know NHCC's nursing instructors, including their professional backgrounds, credentials, and areas of expertise.

An unbeatable job placement rate and a first-time NCLEX pass rate that's well above average make NHCC's Nursing program a great option for starting your nursing career.

100%

NHCC Nursing Job Placement (2021)

$39.40

Median Hourly Wage in MN

85.92%

NHCC Nursing First-Time NCLEX Pass Rate (2021)

NHCC's Nursing program is very hands-on. Students learn through a mix of classroom and skills-based lab activities.

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Nursing (MANE) Curriculum

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Curriculum

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Nursing Application Prerequisite Courses
Course Code	Title	Course Outlines	Goal Areas	Credits
Biology
BIOL 1001	Biology I	View-BIOL 1001	n/a	4
College Writing
ENGL 1200	Gateway College Writing or	View-ENGL 1200	n/a	4
ENGL 1201	College Writing I	View-ENGL 1201	n/a	4
Psychology
PSYC 1150	General Psychology or	View-PSYC 1150	n/a	3
PSYC 1160	Introduction to Psychology	View-PSYC 1160	n/a	4
Chemistry
CHEM 1010	Introduction to Chemistry	View-CHEM 1010	n/a	4

Program Prerequisite Courses
Course Code	Title	Course Outlines	Goal Areas	Credits
BIOL 2111	Human Anatomy and Physiology I	View-BIOL 2111	n/a	4
BIOL 2100	Microbiology	View-BIOL 2100	n/a	4
PSYC 1250	Life Span Developmental Psychology	View-PSYC 1250	n/a	4
COMM 1110	Principles of Interpersonal Communication	View-COMM 1110	n/a	3

Other General Education Courses
Course Code	Title	Course Outlines	Goal Areas	Credits
BIOL 2112	Human Anatomy and Physiology II	View-BIOL 2112	n/a	4
SOC 1110	Introduction to Sociology	View-SOC 1110	n/a	3
Ethics
PHIL 1020	Ethics or	View-PHIL 1020	n/a	3
PHIL 1220	Health Care Ethics	View-PHIL 1220	n/a	3

Program Courses
Course Code	Title	Course Outlines	Goal Areas	Credits
NURS 2700	Health Promotion and the Role of the Professional Nurse	View-NURS 2700	n/a	9
NURS 2750	Nutrition and the Role of the Professional Nurse	View-NURS 2750	n/a	2
NURS 2800	Chronic and Palliative Care	View-NURS 2800	n/a	7
NURS 2820	Pharmacology and the Role of the Professional Nurse	View-NURS 2820	n/a	3
NURS 2850	Applied Pathophysiology for Nursing I	View-NURS 2850	n/a	2
NURS 2900	Acute and Complex Care	View-NURS 2900	n/a	7
NURS 2920	Applied Pathophysiology for Nursing II	View-NURS 2920	n/a	2
NURS 2950	Nursing Leadership I	View-NURS 2950	n/a	3

Total Credits
75 Total Credits Required

NHCC Residency and GPA
15 Credits must be earned at NHCC

Total Credits Required

Program Overview

2022-2023

The North Hennepin Community College Associate Degree Nursing Program is designed to educate students who are prepared to begin professional nursing careers as competent, caring members of today's healthcare team. Coursework includes nursing theory focusing on holistic assessment, therapeutic nursing interventions including communication, levels of prevention, critical thinking, collaboration and leadership/management concepts. Clinical application occurs in a variety of settings including: acute, subacute and long term care facilities, community clinics, schools and home health settings. Safe, caring, competent nursing care across the lifespan and along the wellness continuum is fostered.

Program Outcomes

NHCC Associate Degree Nursing Program

Outcomes:

NCLEX First Time Pass rate: 85.92% (2021)

Expected Level of Achievement:

The program's most recent annual licensure examination pass rate will be at least 80% for all first-time test takers during the same 12-month period.

Actual:

1/1/2022-9/30/2022 82.14%

MN Average for Associate Degree Programs: 75.21%

National Average for Associate Degree Programs: 78.92%

Outcome:

Program Completion rate: 69% (2021)

Expected Level of Achievement:

70% of students will complete the program in 150% of program length

Actual:

69%

Outcome:

Job Placement rate: 100% (2021)

Expected Level of Achievement:

Within 12 months of completing semester 5, 70% of students will be employed as a Registered Nurse

Actual:

2020: 100%

Career Opportunities

Information on careers, including salary and employment outlook data, is available at Minnesota State and the Bureau of Labor Statistics websites: careerwise.minnstate.edu and www.bls.gov.

Transfer Information

If you are planning on transferring to another institution, follow the guidelines available on our transfer resources web page to help you plan the process: Transfer Information

Accreditation

North Hennepin Community College is accredited by the:
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602-2504
1-800-621-7440

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000

NHCC has been continuously accredited by ACEN since 1978.

Career Outlook

The Nursing AS degree program prepares graduates to enter the profession of nursing and take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. Registered Nurses assess patient health problems. They develop nursing care plans and maintain medical records. They advise patients and provide direct care. They may also provide emotional support to patients and their families.

Projected Job Growth Rate in Minnesota: 12.1% (2018-2028)

Median Hourly Wage in Minnesota: $39.40

Job Title Examples: Charge Nurse, Staff Registered Nurse, Operating Room Registered Nurse