NSCC鈥檚 Nurse Education LPN-RN program is CLOSED for Fall 2025. All information sessions for Fall 2025 admissions have concluded.
Program Overview
The LPN to RN Advanced Placement Option is a full-time day program designed for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) aiming to advance their careers by becoming Registered Nurses (RNs). This program allows students who have graduated from a U.S. Board of Registration in Nursing-approved Practical Nursing School to complete NSCC鈥檚 Registered Nurse Program in just one academic year. Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination and apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse. Take the next step toward becoming a Registered Nurse with our LPN to RN Advanced Placement Option.
Program Highlights
- available to inspire a diverse population of students to explore nursing and health care as a rewarding and meaningful career path.
- Qualified LPNs receive advanced standing through Credit for Advanced Standing (CAS), acknowledging prior education and experience.
- The program covers essential nursing concepts, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and specialized nursing practices.
- The Nurse Education Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Program Details
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Download the Nurse Education Student Handbook.
View and print the required courses for the LPN to RN Advanced Placement Option.
Graduates of the LPN to RN Advanced Placement Option work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, public health organizations, schools, home healthcare, and rehabilitation centers in roles such as:
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Critical Care or Emergency Nurse
- Community Health Nurse
- Medical-Surgical Nurse
- Mental Health or Psychiatric Nurse
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
For complete details on program learning outcomes, semester course breakdowns, and practicum requirements, please refer to the .
NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Student Achievement Data
Below you will find information about the most recent (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) performance of NSCC Nurse Education Program graduates on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX- RN).
Associate Degree in Science Nurse Education Program
| Graduation Year |
First Time NCLEX-RN Pass Rate |
Completion Rate 100% of the Time |
Completion Rate 150% of the Time |
Job Placement Rate |
Number of Graduate |
| 2025
|
pending
|
68%
|
pending
|
pending
|
53
|
| 2024
|
98%
|
78%
|
82%
|
100%
|
62
|
| 2023
|
96%
|
64%
|
79%
|
100%
|
53
|
| 2022
|
88%
|
71%
|
73%
|
96%
|
53
|
Associate Degree in Science LPN to RN Program Option
| Graduation Year |
First Time NCLEX Pass Rate |
On-Time Completion Rate (100% of the Time) |
Completion Rate 150% of the time |
Job Placement Rate |
Number of Graduates |
| 2025
|
98%
|
89%
|
pending
|
pending
|
16
|
| 2024
|
98%
|
100%
|
100%
|
100%
|
16
|
| 2023
|
96%
|
82%
|
100% (18)
|
96%
|
14
|
| 2022
|
92%
|
77%
|
83%
|
96%
|
15
|
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Accreditation
9I果冻制作厂 is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
The Nurse Education Associate in Science degree at 9I果冻制作厂鈥檚 Ferncroft Road campus in Danvers, MA, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Additionally, the program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
ACEN Contact Information:
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000