Find Your Calling
South Central College (SCC) is proud to have been training competent, compassionate, and confident nurses for over 50 years. This history illustrates the Nursing Program's commitment to excellence throughout student classroom, lab, and clinical experiences.
A Professional Nursing, Associate of Science Degree will prepare a student to work in long term care, treatment service facilities, clinics, assisted living, home care, and acute care facilities. The 64 credit degree is approved by Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (Minnesota State), the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON).
The LPN to RN Plan is for the current LPN who is working towards an Associate of Science in Nursing Degree. Participants will be granted advanced standing and start their first semester with a 4-credit transition course (NURS 2200, LPN to RN Role Transition) to establish foundations to the RN role. Additionally, returning LPNs will follow an adjusted Professional Nursing Degree plan with advanced standing of 4 credits for your previous nursing education.
Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for the registered nurse (NCLEX - RN).
Students earning a Professional Nursing Degree may transfer credits to a four-year institution to work towards a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Locations: Faribault and North Mankato Campuses
Admission Dates: Fall and Spring Semesters
For More Information: (507) 389-7200 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Job Statistics
Program Placement
| Placement Status | FY11 | FY12 | FY13 | FY14 | FY15 |
|---|
Professional Nursing Grads Placed* | 94% | 89% | 97% | 97% | 96% |
Professional Nursing Grads Continuing Education+ | 24% | 41% | 37% | 39% | 47% |
* Percent of graduates available for employment placed in a related occupation
+ Percent of graduates continuing their education
Program Outcomes
Licensure Pass Rates
The NCLEX-RN pass rate is the percent of graduates who pass the National Council Licensure Examination-RN on their first attempt.
- 2016 Pass Rate: 80%
- 2017 Pass Rate: 97%
- 2018 Pass Rate 72.8%
- 2019 Pass Rate 92.3%
- 2020 Pass Rate 76.47%
- 2021 Pass Rate 72%
Program Completion Rates
The graduate completion rate is the percent of students completing the nursing program within the following timeframes: In no more than six semesters for the Associate of Science in Nursing Degree and in no more than three semesters for the Practical Nursing Diploma programs.
Associate of Science in Nursing Degree
- 2016 Completion Rate: 80%
- 2017 Completion Rate: 91.6%
- 2018 Completion Rage 87.9%
Learning Outcomes
The Associate of Science in Nursing Degree program student learning outcomes and definitions are based on the National League for Nursing (NLN) for the associate degree in nursing.
- Human Flourishing: Demonstrate nursing care that is client-centered, culturally sensitive, and based on the holistic needs of clients and families.
- Nursing Judgment: Integrate sound nursing judgment in the provision of safe, quality care.
- Professional Identity: Practice professional nursing in an ethical and legal manner that integrates integrity, accountability, leadership, teamwork, and collaboration.
- Spirit of Inquiry: Contribute to the management of healthcare and continued quality improvement by incorporating evidence-based practice, cost containment, and current technology
Industry Credentials
Successful completion of the Professional Nursing program provides eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) enabling you to obtain the RN credential for entry-level practice.
Students planning to pursue licensure in other states may contact Dr. Angela Christian at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 507-389-7478. Visit the Nursing Licensure website for more information on state licensing boards and their contact information.
Transfer Options
Once you have finished your associate of science degree in Professional Nursing and passing the state Registered Nurse (RN) licensure exam, established transfer agreements allow you to apply your SCC credits toward a:
- Bachelor of science in nursing degree at Metropolitan State University
The “Metro Plan” from Metropolitan State University is a specialized AS to BSN program that provides SCC students with a guided plan for completion of their associate of science degree at SCC and then their bachelor of science in nursing degree at Metropolitan State University. Upon entering Metropolitan State University, SCC graduates will only need to complete 36 additional credits to earn their bachelor of science in nursing degree. For more information on how you can get started in this program at SCC, view the Metro Plan Brochure.
- Bachelor of science in nursing at Minnesota State University Mankato
The Maverick {Nursing) Advance (Transfer) Plan, or “MAP,” is a partnership that provides a smooth transition from SCC’s associate of sciences in professional nursing degree to Minnesota State University Mankato’s 30 credit 100 percent online Registered Nurse (RN) baccalaureate completion degree. Guidance and support from both institutions will ensure a seamless transfer path directly after graduating with an associate of science degree from SCC. For more information on how you can get started with MAP, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 507-389-7200.
SCC’s associate degree enables you to begin working as an RN sooner, while simultaneously pursuing your bachelor’s degree through these transfer agreements!
What Professional Nursing Students Say
Nursing Accreditation = Excellence!
The Associate in Science Degree in Nursing program at South Central College at North Mankato located in both North Mankato and Faribault, Minnesota is accredited by the:
Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
, Atlanta, Georgia 30326
Phone: (404) 975-5000
Fax: (404) 975-5020
Web: www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate in Science Degree in Nursing program is Initial Accreditation.
South Central Nursing programs are also approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON).
USDE Licensure Disclosure
Successful completion of the Practical Nursing (PN) or Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) programs at South Central College will meet the requirements for licensure in the State of Minnesota. The 
U.S. Dept. of Education requirement fo ASN and PN PDF(125.90 KB) helps you find information regarding which state licensure requirements are met in states outside of Minnesota. This data was collected in August of 2020 with steadfast attempts for accuracy, however as programs and state requirements change, this should not be considered the definitive resource. South Central College highly recommends that you contact the appropriate state licensing board in the state or locality in which you intend to practice or be employed to determine whether the program you are considering will meet that state’s licensing requirements. Information about specific state requirements for licensure can be located through the board of nursing for each state.
