The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has formally granted initial accreditation to the North Dakota State College of Science Registered Nursing programs. This includes the one-year Associate in Science in Nursing degree (ASN RN) and the two-year Associate in Applied Science degree in Registered Nursing (AAS RN).
The College’s Practical Nursing program has been accredited by the ACEN since 1991. The NDSCS Practical Nursing program is scheduled for continuing accreditation in 2019 and the Registered Nursing programs are scheduled for continuing accreditation in 2022.
According to acenursing.org, the ACEN supports the interests of nursing education, nursing practice, and the public by the functions of accreditation. Accreditation is a voluntary, peer-review, self-regulatory process by which non-governmental associations recognize educational institutions or programs that have been found to meet or exceed standards and criteria for educational quality. The monitoring of certificate, diploma, and degree offerings is tied closely to state examination and licensing rules and to the oversight of preparation for work in the profession.
NDSCS offers three academic options for Nursing students. The Practical Nursing program is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing or wish to transfer to an associate or bachelor’s program for nursing. The two-year Associate in Applied Science Registered Nursing program is available to applicants wishing to become a Registered Nurse. The Associate in Science for Nursing program is available to Licensed Practical Nurses who wish to continue their nursing education and become a Registered Nurse. In addition to its regular cohorts, NDSCS has conducted more than 30 satellite nursing programs as part of its commitment to meeting the workforce needs of rural North Dakota and the region.
To learn more about the NDSCS Nursing program visit www.ndscs.edu/nursing or call 1-800-342-4325 ext. 2521.
The NDSCS Practical Nursing Southeast North Dakota cohort achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The students graduated from NDSCS in December 2017 with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Practical Nursing.
The students in this cohort, from Lisbon, Ellendale, Oakes and surrounding areas in North Dakota, completed their studies over a three-year period in Oakes, N.D. The program consisted of evening classes and clinical experience based in southeast North Dakota, allowing students to continue with their current employment and maintain other responsibilities.
Community businesses and organizations in southeast North Dakota donated dollars to help fund the program offered in Oakes, N.D. These area donors include:
City of Lisbon Star Fund, Lisbon, N.D.
Ransom County Economic Development, Lisbon, N.D.
Dickey County, Ellendale, N.D.
Good Samaritan Society, Oakes, N.D.
Oakes Enhancement Initiatives, Oakes, N.D.
Sanford Oakes Clinic, Oakes, N.D.
NDSCS offers three academic options for Nursing students. The Practical Nursing program is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing or wish to transfer to an associate or bachelor’s program for nursing. The two-year Associate in Applied Science Registered Nursing program is available to applicants wishing to become a Registered Nurse. The Associate in Science for Nursing program is available to Licensed Practical Nurses who wish to continue their nursing education and become a Registered Nurse. In addition to its regular cohorts, NDSCS has conducted more than 30 satellite nursing programs as part of its commitment to meeting the workforce needs of rural North Dakota and the region.
For further information on the NDSCS nursing programs visit ndscs.edu/nursing or email alliedhealthcareers@ndscs.edu.
NDSCS offers Practical Nursing, Registered Nursing (A.A.S. degree) and Registered Nursing (LPN to RN degree). These are selective enrollment programs and applicants must meet specific criteria for selection.
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Practical Nursing (Diploma)
The Practical Nursing program is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing or wish transfer to an associate or bachelor’s program for nursing.
The Associate in Science in Nursing program is available to Licensed Practical Nurses who wish to continue their nursing education and become a Registered Nurse.
Practical Nursing (Associate in Applied Science degree)
The two-year curriculum awards an Associate in Applied Science degree in Practical Nursing. Graduates have excellent opportunity for immediate entry into the health profession and/or transfer to an associate or bachelor’s program in nursing.
The Practical nursing program at North Dakota College of Science located in Wahpeton ND is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
The Practical nursing program at North Dakota College of Science at the Fargo campus located in Fargo ND is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
The Practical nursing program at North Dakota College of Science has full approval from the North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON)
919 South 7th Street, Suite 504, Bismarck, ND 58504
(701) 328-9777
NDSCS Practical Nursing Program Data
Year
Pass Rate
Placement Rate
Completion Rate
2021-22
81.48%
TBA
78%
2020-21
69.05%
92.5%
85%
2019-20
75%
100%
94%
2018-19
95.83%
100%
71%
Pass Rate: First time NCLEX-PN pass rate
Placement Rate: Graduates who are employed within one year of graduation. Placement Rate includes employment and continuing education data.
Completion Rate: Accepted students who attended the first day of class and graduated from the program.
Registered Nursing (Associate in Applied Science degree) - Two-Year RN
This two-year Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Registered Nursing program is available to applicants wishing to become a Registered Nurse. As a nursing student and graduate from NDSCS, you will have many opportunities for growth and development as a professional nurse. Employment opportunities to begin your career are immediately available in multiple areas of practice. In addition, graduates will have the opportunity for transfer to an institution to obtain your Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
The Registered nursing program at North Dakota College of Science located in Wahpeton ND is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Registered nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
The Registered nursing program at North Dakota College of Science has full approval from the North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON)
919 South 7th Street, Suite 504, Bismarck, ND 58504
(701) 328-9777
NDSCS Registered Nursing Program Data
Year
Pass Rate
Placement Rate
Completion Rate
2021-22
81.48%
TBA
78%
2020-21
69.05%
92.5%
85%
2019-20
80%
100%
94%
2018-19
100%
100%
71%
Pass Rate: First time NCLEX-RN pass rate
Placement Rate: Graduates who are employed within one year of graduation. Placement Rate includes employment and continuing education data.
Completion Rate: Accepted students who attended the first day of class and graduated from the program.
Registered Nursing (Associate in Science in Nursing degree) - LPN to RN
This one-year program is available to licensed practical nurses with an Associate in Science in Nursing degree (ASN) who wish to continue their nursing education and become a Registered Nurse. Graduates have an excellent opportunity for immediate employment and/or transfer to a baccalaureate or masters program for nursing.
The Registered nursing program at North Dakota College of Science located in Wahpeton ND is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Registered nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
The Registered nursing program at North Dakota College of Science has full approval from the North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON)
919 South 7th Street, Suite 504, Bismarck, ND 58504
(701) 328-9777
