Search | Menu Nursing professionals are in high demand, and the profession offers various opportunities for individuals who want to make a difference in the medical field.
With a career in nursing, you can serve your community, whether you live in a small town or a big city. You can specialize in a field that interests you the most, such as obstetrics, eldercare, operating room, emergency and trauma, intensive care, hospice, mental health and more.
What Skills Do I Need?
Nursing focuses on providing care to people and promoting better health outcomes.
Successful nursing professionals need strong communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Nurses must also possess other qualities such as attention to detail, empathy, compassion, integrity, advocacy and the willingness to continue learning.
How Will I Learn?
Madison College’s nursing program combines classroom theory with practical lab skill-building and hands-on clinical experiences to equip you with the necessary skills and confidence to perform your nursing duties proficiently.
Expert Nursing Faculty
Nursing faculty are experts in their field, ready to share their knowledge and support you in your academic success.
Modern Nursing Labs
Our nursing labs feature state-of-the-art equipment where you can practice and perfect your nursing techniques.
Real-world Clinical Experience
You will enjoy clinicals at various healthcare facilities, where you will have the opportunity to work with different patient populations in diverse healthcare settings.
Nursing Program Options
The nursing profession has multiple levels, offering various opportunities for individuals who wish to make a difference in the medical field. As nurses earn higher degrees, they are given more responsibilities and earn higher pay.
Madison College’s nursing program offers different pathways to begin your nursing career. Whether you want to complete your associate degree within two years or start working immediately and earn additional credentials over time, the program offers flexible options to support your goals and interests.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Get started quickly on your healthcare career! Our 3-credit Nursing Assistant course can help you prepare for employment as a nursing assistant performing basic nursing care. Many nursing assistant graduates continue their nursing studies at Madison College.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Earn your practical nurse technical diploma in less than two years. Practical nurses carrying out prescribed plans of care for patients under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. This program is also a pathway toward the nursing associate degree for those with a goal of becoming a registered nurse.
Registered Nurse (RN)
The two-year Associate Degree in Nursing program prepares students to become a registered nurse (RN). RN’s directly administer medication and treatments to patients, assist physicians performing medical procedures, perform medical tests and analyze results, create nursing care plans, supervise and direct LPNs and CNAs, communicate with patients and their families and more.
Associate Degree Completion Options for Healthcare Professionals
Madison College offers pathways for licensed nurses and paramedics who seek to become a registered nurse.
View the Paramedic to RN Program
Ready to Get Started?
Apply now to Madison College to get started on your journey toward your nursing career.
If you want more information about the program that best suits your goals, please complete the form above to connect with one of our recruiters and get your questions answers.
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