A Respected Practical Nursing Program To Help Start Your Nursing Career

Board-Approved Practical Nursing Program in Minnesota and Florida

At Rasmussen College, our Practical Nursing program is approved by the Minnesota and Florida Boards of Nursing, which allows our graduates to be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam upon graduation. In fact, our dedication to helping our students prepare for the NCLEX examination begins on day one with NCLEX prep work embedded in each course. Our instructors are dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment and focus on developing your knowledge and skills so you can begin making a difference in the lives of patients as a nurse.

With 155,600 new jobs for practical nurses anticipated through 2018, your nursing degree can help you enter the healthcare field and begin a stable career as a practical nurse. Plus, check out our Careers tab to learn more about the average starting salaries for practical nurses and see why your investment in your education has the potential for a solid future return.

Learn more about our Practical Nursing Associate’s degree or diploma and how Rasmussen College is dedicated to helping each of our students succeed in both their academic and career goals. Complete the contact request form on the right or call us at (888) 549-6755. Our program managers will be happy to answer all of your questions.

*“Occupational Employment Statistics Home Page.” U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, 27 July 2010. Web. 27 Sept. 2010

Practical Nursing Courses

The skills you develop in our practical nursing program will help you think and act quickly in the interest of your patient’s health.    Whether you take classes in Minnesota or Florida, our school of nursing will get you ready for a gratifying career. 

Some key courses include:

Nutrition and Diet Therapy
You will adapt menus to meet nutritional needs based on age and specific health conditions.

Maternal – Child Nursing
You will participate in an internship working with children, which will amount to 75 percent of your coursework.

Nursing Seminar
Your instructor will discuss post-licensure certification examinations available to the practical nurse and the benefits of post-licensure certification.

View courses - Practical Nursing Associate’s Courses

View courses - Practical Nursing Diploma Courses

Rasmussen College is a regionally accredited institution and our Practical Nursing program is approved by the Minnesota and Florida Board of Nursing.* Once you graduate, you will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination Practical Nurse).  When you pass your NCLEX-PN, you will be eligible to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

*Minnesota Board of Nursing
2829 University Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414-3253

*Florida Board of Nursing
4042 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee, FL 32399

Practical Nursing Career Outlook

Healthcare is one of the best fields to get a job in, and will likely stay that way for many years to come. The care you provide as a practical nurse will not go unnoticed by your patients and their families. Once you graduate from our school of nursing, you will not only be a care provider, but you will also console troubled patients and those close to them. Practical nurses are needed in Florida and Minnesota, but you could pursue a nursing career throughout the U.S.

Here’s a snapshot of the career outlook for a practical nurse:

The Rasmussen College career placement services staff starts helping you even before you graduate – with your resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques and how to search for a great career. And it doesn’t end there – these services are available throughout your career.

‡"Occupational Employment Statistics Home Page." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, 27 July 2010. Web. 27 Sept. 2010.

"Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, Dec. 2009. Web. 29 Nov. 2010.

BLS salary data may not reflect expected entry level earnings.

Seamless Credit Transfer Policies

Transferring your credits doesn’t need to be difficult. At Rasmussen College, our transfer policies are designed to maximize your credit transfer and minimize your time to graduation.

Check out some of our highlighted transfer policies below or visit our Transfer Policy for a full description of each policy.

• RN to BSN: If you have an unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license and successfully completed an Associate’s degree, you will receive a block transfer of credits¹
• Mobility Practical Nursing: If you have completed a practical nursing program and hold a current MN LPN license, you will receive a block transfer of credit toward your professional nursing degree and your registered nurse credential.²
• Earn college credit through prior work, learning, and military experiences

¹ Refer to the RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing Policy for complete details and restrictions.
² Refer to the Mobility Professional Nursing Block Policy for complete details and restrictions.

Contact a program manager today at 888-549-6755 or complete the form on the right and one of our program managers will contact you to discuss transferring your college credit to Rasmussen College.