Nursing Programs Offered

ADN Program Details

The Associate Degree program contains a pre-nursing semester and 41/2 semesters of nursing course work. It is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and accredited by the NLNAC, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326; 1-404-975-5000. T he new applicant for licensure will be asked about substance abuse and/or felony conviction. According to public statute, previous felonies or misdemeanors for substance abuse, physical abuse, and/or criminal sexual conduct are likely to prevent an applicant from completing the program, taking the licensure exam NCLEX-RN and/or employment. Upon request, the Nursing Director will provide a list of rules and regulations governing licensure and employment in Michigan.

LPN Program Details

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) care for the physically or mentally ill. Under the direction of registered nurses, physicians or dentists, they provide nursing care that requires considerable specialized knowledge. Job opportunities for LPNs are expected to be very good in the years ahead.

Practical Nursing at GRCC is a three semester program (including one summer term) with one pre-semester. The program is approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing and accredited by NLNAC, 3343 Peachtree Road NE Suite 500 Atlanta GA 30326 404-975-5000. The new applicant for licensure will be asked about substance abuse and/or felony conviction. According to public statute, previous felonies or misdemeanors for substance abuse, physical abuse, and/or criminal sexual conduct are likely to prevent an applicant from completing the program, taking the licensure exam NCLEX-PN and/or employment. Upon request, the Nursing Director will provide a list of rules and regulations governing licensure and employment in Michigan.

Students are admitted to the Practical Nursing program twice a year, once in the Fall and once in the Winter semester. Students complete a pre-nursing semester and attend classes four or five days/week for 3 semesters of nursing course work. Details are available in the Nursing Programs office.