Western Nebraska Community College LPN Program in Scottsbluff, NE

Western Nebraska Community College’s AD-N program offers an advanced placement option tailored for LPNs seeking to become Registered Nurses. This pathway allows current, licensed LPNs to leverage their existing knowledge and experience, potentially entering directly into the second year of the program. The curriculum emphasizes a comprehensive approach to nursing education, blending theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience. Students learn to provide safe, patient-centered care while developing essential skills in communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. The program’s structure and content are designed to equip graduates with the competencies needed to succeed in various healthcare settings and across the lifespan. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam, paving the way for a fulfilling career as a Registered Nurse. The AD-N program is approved by the Nebraska State Board of Nursing, ensuring it meets rigorous standards and prepares graduates for success.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Western Nebraska Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.