The need for skilled nurses continues to grow nationwide, and Northwest State Community College is leading the way in preparing students to meet the healthcare demands of our communities. All NSCC Registered Nursing and Practical Nursing graduates from the December 2017 class each earned a 100% pass rate for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) in their respective fields.
“We’re very proud of our nursing students and the dedicated faculty that help to make it so successful,” said Patti Altman, dean of nursing. “A 100% passage rate for both programs is an amazing accomplishment, and we are grateful for the dedication and contributions of NSCC students and faculty to make this once again a reality.”
Employers are reaching out to NSCC faculty and students even before graduation looking to fill job openings as soon as the students successfully complete their exams. Many of these health care facilities also provide additional opportunities for students with tuition assistance if they want to pursue the next level of their education.
“Our goal is to provide training that leads to career opportunities, which is why we work closely with local healthcare facilities,” said Altman. “Our curriculum aligns with what area employers need and coursework easily transfers to other institutions for those students looking to pursue a bachelor’s degree.”
Nursing careers are hard work, but are also potentially lucrative, which makes the NSCC education worth the time and effort. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov), the mean annual wage from May 2017 for a Registered Nurse is $73,550, while the mean annual wage for a Licensed Practical Nurse is $45,710.
Both the practical nursing and registered nursing programs are accepting applications at Northwest State’s main campus in Archbold. For more information on nursing, or any of our 70 degree and certificate programs offered at NSCC, visit NorthwestState.edu or call NSCC Admissions at 419.267.1320.
