About the Nursing Program
Students in the nursing and practical nursing programs at Ivy Tech gain valuable skills and experiences by caring for real patients in a variety of clinical settings including lab simulations. The growing use of simulations in nursing schools allow students to assume roles that are typically unavailable in a clinical setting, allowing students to make critical choices and see the results of those decisions. We use a variety of teaching methods and learning strategies in the classroom, clinical settings, and online to appeal to every learning style. Students can even take some nursing and practical nursing courses online.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Program
Once admitted to the program, an Associate of Science in Nursing can be achieved in less than two years. The faculty and nursing instructors at Ivy Tech provide individualized tutoring and mentoring to help students succeed. Our statewide aggregate pass rates are consistently high, and our nursing graduates are in high demand throughout Indiana. Learn how to apply to Ivy Tech Community College.
The nursing program at Ivy Tech has a selective admissions process. There is a separate application process for the nursing program and only accepts a limited number of students each year. After applying to Ivy Tech, you will be enrolled in the healthcare specialist program with a concentration in nursing while completing prerequisite requirements.
All nursing school applicants are required to take the TEAS exam. TEAS testing must be completed within two weeks of the application deadline to be considered for the current application period. Choose your campus of interest below for more information before testing. If you're ready to take your exam, make an appointment at one of our testing centers. Choose your campus of interest below for more information before testing. When you are ready to test, you may make your appointment at https://cass.ivytech.edu/selfserve/
Associate of Science in Nursing Graduates
Associate of Science in Nursing graduates are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. Graduates who successfully pass the NCLEX-RN examination have opportunities to obtain entry-level nursing positions in a variety of healthcare areas or transfer to a four-year university where they can earn an RN to BSN baccalaureate degree or an RN to MSN master’s degree in nursing.
ASN graduates are qualified to work in in hospitals, nursing and residential care facilities, home health care, physician offices, schools and health departments. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, registered nurses are the largest of the healthcare occupations, with employment “projected to grow 16 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations”.
Transfer Partners
If you're wanting to earn a master's or bachelor's degree in nursing, the Transfer as a Junior program at Ivy Tech can help you achieve those goals. We have several partnerships with four-year univeristies and colleges so you can seamlessly transfer without losing your credits or time. Talk to our transfer advocates for information about continuing your education after completing your degree at Ivy Tech.
Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is an integral part of the health care team. The Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing can be earned on the way to acquiring the Associate of Applied Science degree. Many available jobs require this certificate. This program provides education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations. Curriculum is designed to develop competency in the comprehension of general and technical skills. The Practical Nursing program leads to a Technical Certificate that can be completed in one year.
The practical nursing program is a selective program with a separate application process and only accepts a limited number of students each year. Contact your campus of interest below for more details and learn how to apply to start your career.
Our Graduates
Practical nursing program graduates are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination. Graduates who successfully pass the NCLEX-PN examination can begin their career in nursing, continue their education at Ivy Tech, or transition to an LPN to ASN course.
PN graduates are qualified to provide basic care, under the direction of registered nurses and doctors, for patients in a variety of health care settings such as nursing homes, extended care facilities, hospitals, clinics, home health care and physician offices. Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of licensed practical nurses “is projected to grow 16 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations".
Next Level Jobs
You may be eligible for a free technical certificate offered through this degree program. Learn more about Next Level Jobs.
Students who are admitted to the program will be required to pay for and submit to a criminal background check, drug testing, and physical exam.
Details and process information will be provided following admission to the nursing program. Please see the Nursing Student Handbook for further information.
The online application for Nursing and Limited Enrollment Health Sciences programs becomes available March 15, 2021.
The School of Nursing programs are approved by the Indiana State Board of Nursing and are accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
Ivy Tech recognizes the importance of program accreditation to ensure continuous quality improvement, focusing on excellence and student success. The mission of the NLN CNEA is to “promote excellence and integrity in nursing education globally through an accreditation process that respects the diversity of program mission, curricula, students, and faculty; emphasizes a culture of continuous quality improvement; and influences the preparation of a caring and competent nursing workforce.” Excellence in education benefits our students, employers, our communities, and the healthcare workforce.