Nurse your Ailing Career back to Health with a Practical Nursing Degree

If you're ready to enter one of the nation's fastest-growing and meaningful professions, our Practical Nursing Degree will prepare you for the realities of Nursing. We employ instructors who are industry veterans with years of experience who will train you in the procedures and protocols you need to succeed in this important career. From collecting samples and observing patients to delivering critical first aid, you will gain a diverse skill set in proper patient care.

Our Practical Nursing Program is Approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

If you're ready to train for a professional Nursing career, you've come to the right place. The Practical Nursing program is approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

Our industry-leading curriculum covers every aspect of the profession you'll need to pass industry-standard certifications. Upon satisfactory completion of out Practical Nursing Degree requirements, you will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN Exam (National Council Licensure Examination for practical nurses) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). With consistent test preparation throughout your education to help you prepare for your licensure exam and a specialized curriculum that will help you stay current with the latest developments in Nursing, you'll be ready to pass your exam with flying colors.

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What Will I Learn in the Practical Nursing Program?
What's the Difference Between an LPN and RN?
Why Become a Nurse?
Nursing Career & Salary Information

Note: Degree offered at the Brooklyn Park, St. Cloud and Mankato campuses.

Deliver Compassionate Care with a Practical Nursing Degree

If helping people is important to you, Nursing is the perfect career. As a Nurse, you'll be on the front lines in the effort to help save lives and promote health. In addition to excellent salary potential, it's personally rewarding like no other job. Talk to one of our friendly Admission Representatives and learn more about our exciting Practical Nursing Degree today.

At Rasmussen College's School of Nursing, we have over a century of experience training people for meaningful careers. If you would like to know more about our school, or what we offer our students, call us at
(888) 549-6755.

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What You Will Learn in the Practical Nursing Program?

In addition to the unique curriculum taught by industry experts, you will perform hands-on clinical studies that will prepare you for the realities of a career in Nursing. You will learn all about:

Anatomy and Physiology
Psychology
Communication
Sociology
Medical Terminology
Nursing Foundations
Nutrition & Diet Therapy
Pharmacology
Maternal / Child Nursing
Geriatric Nursing
Success Strategies
Career Development
…plus, much more

Another Option in Nursing Education

If you are already a Health Care professional, you can increase your credentials and improve your salary potential by earning a diploma in Practical Nursing from Rasmussen College's School of Nursing.

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If you would like more information, please call us at (866) 544-1789. Speak with one of our Admission Representatives who will be happy to tell you all about how Rasmussen College can help you get the great career you've always wanted.

The Minnesota Board of Nursing may be reached via:

State of Minnesota Board of Nursing
2829 University Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414-3253
Email: nursing.board@state.mn.us
Phone: (888) 243-2690 or (612) 617-2270