Nursing - Associate Degree Career Outlook

Percent Employed

94%

Graduates Employed

 

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Survey 

Employed in Related Field

98%

Employed in a Related Field

 

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Survey 

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$73,521

Average Yearly Salary

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Survey 


Careers

Typical positions available after graduation include:

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Registered Nurse

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members.

Transfer Opportunities

After you complete your Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwood Tech, you can transfer to another college to continue your education and earn your bachelor's degree and beyond. 

Hear From Graduates

"In healthcare, you need a good educational foundation. We had wonderful instructors at Northwood Tech, and they made you work hard. It lit a fire and showed me what was possible. I thought, 'If I can do this, I can do everything.' It was a solid basis for nursing."

Terry K., Nursing - Associate Degree graduate

ADN Graduates

Updated 10-28-2024

  • Information for RN Eligible & LPN-Eligible Students
    • ADN Graduates must have completed all required ADN program coursework with a grade point of 2.0 or better. 
    • To be eligible for PN NCLEX exam, you must have completed the required first two semesters of the ADN program coursework with a grade point of 2.0 or better.
  • Timeline and Authorization to Test (ATT) for December 2024 graduates
    • The process of auditing and conferring degrees takes time. 
    • Timeline:
      • Northwood Tech classes end/confer date:  December 16, 2024 (If you graduated or completed the PN milestone other than December 2024, you can find your confer date on your official transcript.)
      • Northwood Tech grades are due:  December 20, 2024
      • Northwood Tech requires 15 business days to audit/confer degrees and provide graduation information to Boards of Nursing: January 16, 2025
      • Boards of Nursing (BON) require a minimum of 3 weeks to process applications after receiving graduation confirmation: February 6, 2025. Per BON:  The process and approval timeline will vary based on the application type and peak application submission timeframes. Your status will be continuously updated with changes; refer to your status. 
      • You may receive your ATT from Pearson VUE before the college confirms your eligibility to sit for RN or PN NCLEX.
  • NCLEX application (Pearson VUE)
    • NCSBN provides additional information about the exam. This is a great place to start if you have questions about the exam. NCLEX Information Flyer
    • When you're ready, register (or sign in if you have an existing account) with Pearson VUE for the NCLEX. (Do this before completing a state licensure application.)
    • If you have trouble registering or signing in, contact Pearson VUE.
    • Additional Information (You may need this during the application process.):
      • Northwood Tech PN Program Code:  US50100300
      • Northwood Tech RN Program Code:  US50407200
      • City and State of School of Nursing:  RICE LAKE WI (even if you attended/graduated from another campus)
      • To request testing accommodations, contact your nursing regulatory body for more information.
  • Wisconsin Licensure by Examination Application (RN and LPN Licensure)
    • Register with Pearson VUE for NCLEX before starting your application for state licensure.

    • The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WI DSPS) requires all applicants to apply via LicensE. Please refer to the LicensE Applicant User Guide for instructions and assistance.  

    • Questions, concerns, error messages, etc., about the process or Customer Portal should be directed to DSPS.

    • Additional Licensure Information (You may need this during the application process.):
      • Northwood Tech PN Program Code:  US50100300
      • Northwood Tech RN Program Code:  US50407200
      • Nursing School Name, City, and State: Northwood Technical College RICE LAKE WI (even if you attended/graduated from another campus)
      • Testing Accommodations: If LicensE does not provide specific instructions, you will need to contact WI DSPS
      • You should apply for a single-state WI license (not a multi-state license). Applying for a multi-state license takes longer, has additional requirements such as fingerprinting, and still will not allow you to work in MN, as MN does not currently participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact.
      • Type of Degree/Program: 
        • RN (ADN)
        • LPN - completed the portion of the RN program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing
    • After degrees have been conferred and PN milestones have been verified, the Registrar's office will provide the required information to WI DSPS or the MN Board of Nursing to confirm exam eligibility.
  • Minnesota Licensure by Examination Application (RN and LPN Licensure)
    • Register with Pearson VUE for NCLEX before starting your application for state licensure.
    • Apply online for Minnesota RN or PN Licensure by Examination. This link also includes additional licensure information and requirements.
    • Questions, concerns, error messages, etc., about the process or Customer Portal should be directed to the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MN BON).
    • Additional Licensure Information (You may need this during the application process.):
      • Northwood Tech PN Program Code:  US50100300
      • Northwood Tech RN Program Code:  US50407200
      • Nursing School Name, City, and State: Northwood Technical College RICE LAKE WI (even if you attended/graduated from another campus)
      • Testing Accommodations: You can request accommodations during the MN application process.
      • Type of Degree/Program: 
        • RN (ADN)
        • LPN - completed the portion of the RN program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing
    • Northwood Technical College will need to confirm your Licensure eligibility. You must complete the correct MN Confirmation of Program Completion form and email it as a PDF only to the Registrar at registrar@northwoodtech.edu
    • After degrees have been conferred and PN milestones have been verified, the Registrar's office will provide the required information to WI DSPS or the MN Board of Nursing to confirm exam eligibility.
  • Additional Licensure Information
    • If you want to apply for licensure in a state other than Wisconsin or Minnesota, refer to that state's Board of Nursing website for information.
    • If you are currently licensed in another state and want to apply for licensure in Wisconsin or Minnesota, refer to the applicable state website and search for Licensure via Endorsement.
    • Transcripts are not required when applying for Licensure by Exam.

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