• Program Certificate (PC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Program Description
The Dakota Practical Nursing program prepares students to work as licensed practical nurses (LPN) under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. LPNs perform acts utilizing specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities for people in a variety of settings (2003 ND Nurse Practice Act). Employment is found in hospitals, nursing homes, health centers, and clinics, as well as in a variety of other settings. This program of study leads to a Certificate. Upon completion of the program, the individual is qualified to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses, as required by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing for licensure as an LPN. Graduates may apply to the Dakota Associate Degree Nursing Program at the consortium colleges or transfer many of the credits earned to another community college or university. The Dakota Practical Nursing Program is offered in collaboration between four colleges: Bismarck State College, Lake Region State College, Dakota College at Bottineau, and Williston State College.

Students in the practical nursing program will be required to attend summer semester. Students enrolled in programs that require attendance during summer term in order to graduate must consider additional financial planning in order to meet costs during the summer term. 

Criteria for Admission
Admission to the practical nursing program is on a competitive basis. The following must be met to be considered for admission:

1. Admission to Williston State College.
2. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent with a 2.5 GPA or higher. If a student has completed 12 credits of college classes, the college GPA will be considered instead of high school GPA.
3. Proof of current CPR training for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association or the Red Cross.
4. Student must have completed at minimum ASC 093 with a “Satisfactory” grade or “C” or better so they are prepared to enter MATH 103 College Algebra (or higher math courses), OR equivalent scores for EdReady/ACT/PLAN/SAT/COMPASS. (Math Skills Readiness must be completed within 5 years of application). 
5. ACT composite score of 19, or
   1. ACT/COMPASS/ASSET/Acuplacer/SAT test(s) with an equivalent score, or
   2. Successful completion of 12 credits of college courses with a mimimum GPA of 2.5
6. Completion of ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) with a score of 45.0% or higher.
7. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.
8. For any required college courses completed prior to admission, the grade in that course must be a 2.0 (C) or higher, and nursing GPA for all completed required nursing courses must be 2.75 or higher. 
   1. Anatomy and Physiology I and II with Lab (A&P II must be taken within the last 7 years)
   2. Introduction to Pharmacology (must be taken within the last 7 years) 
   3. Developmental Psychology 
   4. Introduction to Psychology
   5. Composition I
   6. Other: Microbiology (required for ADN program)
9. For those of whom English is not their native language (including international and/or U.S. residents), additional language proficiency requirements must be met by successfully passing the TOEFL exam or utilizing DuoLingo.
10. Prior to entering class all students must pass a drug screening exam and criminal background check. 

Application instructions for admission to the Dakota Nursing Program may be obtained from www.dakotanursing.org. The admissions committee will review the application and qualifications of each individual. Students will be notified in writing of their acceptance status. The number of students admitted will vary by location. 
 

1. Teamwork & Communication - Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team through effective communication in the delivery and management of client care.
2. Professionalism & Leadership - Incorporate professional standards and scope of practice as a certificate practical nurse while pursuing professional growth within legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks.
3. Client-Centered Care - Provide culturally competent care for clients while promoting their self-determination and integrity.
4. Evidence-Based Practice & Nursing Judgment - Utilize the nursing process, science, and clinical reasoning to provide quality evidencedbased client care.
5. Quality Improvement & Safety - Employ evidence based decision making to deliver safe and effective client care and to evaluate client outcomes.
6. Informatics - Utilize appropriate technology to communicate effectively and manage information in the delivery of client care. All courses required for the practical nursing program must be passed with a minimum of a "C".

Program Description
The Dakota Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to be a 1+1 nursing program in which completion of the first year meets the requirements for a practical nursing certificate and completion of the second year of this program meets the requirements for an AAS degree in Nursing. Students must be an LPN with an unencumbered USA license or be in the final process of completion of the Dakota Practical Nursing program. The Dakota Associate Degree Nursing curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge, abilities, and skills to practice nursing independently through application of the nursing process to provide safe nursing care to individuals and families across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Upon completion of the program, the individual is qualified to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses, as required by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing for licensure as a RN.

Employment opportunities include acute care centers, long-term care facilities, clinics, outpatient offices, industry, and community agencies. Graduates may transfer many of the credits earned in the associate degree program to a baccalaureate nursing program. The Dakota Associate Degree Nursing Program is offered in collaboration between four colleges: Bismarck State College, Lake Region State College, Dakota College at Bottineau, and Williston State College. 

1. Successful completion of the first year of the Dakota Nursing Program with a minimum GPA of 2.75 in all prerequisite and program courses.
2. Proof of current CPR training for health care providers.
3. Submission of appropriate forms available from the nursing department by the designated date.
4. Successful completion of the preadmission examination.

1. A graduate from a state board approved PN program from an accredited college and current LPN with an active, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the United States of America.
2. Proof of current CPR training for health care providers.
3. Admission to 冰球突破豪华版游戏下载, as well as completion of a formal application to the Dakota Associate Degree Nursing Program. Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the ADN program. Application forms for admission to the Dakota Associate Degree Nursing Program may be obtained from www.dakotanursing.org.
4. Successful completion of the preadmission examination.
5. Completion of the following courses, each with a grade of "C" or better, and an overall GPA of at least 2.75:
   a. ENGL 110 College Composition I
   b. PSYC 111 Introduction to Psychology
   c. BIOL 220 Anatomy & Physiology I L/L
   d. BIOL 221 Anatomy & Physiology II L/L*
   e. PHRM 215 Introduction to Pharmacology*
   f. PSYC 250 Developmental Psychology*
   g. UNIV 100 College Strategies or UNIV 101 College Transitions as determined by college advisor
   * Must be within seven years of ADN admission
6. Minimum GPA of 2.75 in all prerequisite and program requirements, having passed all required courses with a minimum of a "C" and overall cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 or higher.
7. For those of whom English is not their native language (including international and/or U.S. residents), additional language proficiency requirements must be met by successfully passing the TOEFL exam.

1. Teamwork & Communication - Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team through effective communication in the delivery and management of client care.
2. Professionalism & Leadership - Incorporate professional standards and scope of practice as a certificate practical nurse while pursuing professional growth within legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks.
3. Client-Centered Care - Provide culturally competent care for clients while promoting their self-determination and integrity.
4. Evidence-Based Practice & Nursing Judgment - Utilize the nursing process, science, and clinical reasoning to provide quality evidencedbased client care.
5. Quality Improvement & Safety - Employ evidence based decision making to deliver safe and effective client care and to evaluate client outcomes.
6. Informatics - Utilize appropriate technology to communicate effectively and manage information in the delivery of client care. All courses required for the Practical Nursing program must be passed with a minimum of a "C".