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 committment 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 an 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
Employment Outlook With the large aging population in the U.S., the need for Registered Nurses will remain strong for years to come.
Hourly Wage Range
12-County SCC Region: $28.22-$39.04
Minnesota: $31.97-$44.57
Average Annual Salary
12-County SCC Region:$70,300
Minnesota: $78,900
Jobs in 12 County SCC Region:
2017: 3,020
2023: 3,091 Change: 2.4%
Jobs in Minnesota
2017: 67,406
2023: 70,901 Change: 5.2%
Source: Jobs EQ - Q1 2019
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 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 Rage 72.8%
2019 Pass Rage 90%
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: Use 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
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What Professional Nursing Students Say
Nursing Accreditation = Excellence!
The Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has accredited of South Central College’s Professional Nursing (RN) associate degree program and Practical Nursing (LPN) diploma program. ACEN accreditation is an indicator of excellence for nursing programs nationwide.
Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, Georgia 30326 Phone: (404) 975-5000 Fax: (404) 975-5020 Web: www.acenursing.org
One of the requirements for ACEN accreditation is an average pass rate of 75% over a three year period for graduates taking the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for the first time. South Central College’s average first time pass rate on the NCLEX for 2017 was 97.06% for the Professional Nursing (RN) program and 90.00% for the Practical Nursing (LPN) program. These percentages were well above the national average for first time NCLEX test takers, which were 84.24% for Professional Nursing (RN) programs and 83.85% for Practical Nursing (LPN) programs.
These South Central Nursing programs are also approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MBON).
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Annette Benson
Education:A.D., Normandale Community College; B.S.N., Metropolitan State University; M.S., Winona State University
North Mankato Phone::(507) 389-7317
North Mankato Office:E136
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Candy Mortenson-Klimpel
Education:B.S.N., M.S.N., Minnesota State University, Mankato
North Mankato Phone::(507) 389-7479
North Mankato Office:E115/E117
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Dr. Angela Christian
Director of Nursing
Education:D.N.P., Metropolitan State University; M.S.N., Minnesota State University, Mankato; B.S.N., College of Saint Benedict
North Mankato Phone::(507) 389-7336
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Jennifer Ongie Jindra
Education:B.A.N., The College of St. Catherine
Faribault Phone:(507) 332-5825
Liz Thompson
North Mankato Phone::(507) 389-7307
North Mankato Office:E-115/117
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Rebecca Gullickson
North Mankato Phone::(507) 389-7300
North Mankato Office:E117-5
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Nursing Majors
Many start by getting their Nursing Assistant certificate before moving on to their two-year nursing diploma (to become an LPN) or associate degree (to become an RN). Savvy students earn their associate degree, take (and pass) the RN exam, and then work in the field while pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
The Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has accredited of South Central College’s Professional Nursing (RN) associate degree program and Practical Nursing (LPN) diploma program. ACEN accreditation is an indicator of excellence for nursing programs nationwide. 
