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Nursing - Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP LPN Pathway
Bellingham Technical College

Nursing - Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP LPN Pathway

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
If you are a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in WA State and are interested in continuing your education to become a Registered Nurse (RN), then Bellingham Technical Colleges Nursing Program LPN-RN option is for you! The Bellingham Technical College Nursing Program is the largest nursing program in the region and has been educating nurses since 1954. The registered nursing program is nationally accredited through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and is a concept-based Associate Degree in Nursing Direct Transfer Agreement/Major Ready Pathway (DTA/MRP). Academic preparation includes core courses in arts and sciences and those focusing on basic nursing skills and knowledge.
Visit the program website Admissions & Advising (360) 752-8345 advising@btc.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$6,249.12

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham Technical College, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

18 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

47

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS DTA/MRP

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

LPN-RN applicants must have an active, unencumbered WA State LPN license. Proof of current WA State LPN license is required to apply for the LPN-RN admission application. The LPN Licensure form must be approved by the Nursing Department prior to applying. Do not turn in original certificates or licenses. Please follow the instructions on the form on how to submit.

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

NCLEX-RN

Employment performance results

Program type

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Completion rate

95%

Employment rate

100%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$47.26

Typical (median) annual earnings

$81,523.00
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Top industries for graduates

Program type

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Healthcare and Social Services

93%

Other Industries

7%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
56
Completion rate
95%
Average number of students who completed each year
19
Gender
Male
22%
Female
78%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
2%
Asian
3%
Black or African American
2%
Hispanic
10%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
78%
Multi-racial
5%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
41%
30 to 39
34%
40 to 49
14%
50 and over
12%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
24%
Some college experience, but no degree
43%
Certificate or AA
24%
BA or higher
10%