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Printed on 7/1/2025

Program Availability *

Nursing, Practical

Locations Summer 2025 Fall 2025 Spring 2026 Summer 2026
Appleton
Some courses may be available at multiple locations.
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Estimated Cost

Costs may not include all books or all materials and supplies. Some textbook costs may be included in the estimated program cost.

$5,140.75*
Cost based on current tuition and fees
$2,100.00*
Additional materials and supplies
$1,349.24*
Textbooks

* Tuition and fees are subject to change. For more details, see Cost of Attendance (PDF).

Admissions

PN Multiple Options

Multiple options for admissions are available for this program: High School GPA of 3.0 or or higher OR TEAS 50 higher OR Previous Associate Degree or higher or Technical Diploma of 24 credits or more OR ACT of 18 or higher in English & Math AND 20 or higher in Reading; student must provide copies of the applicable option.

High School Transcript

Submit a final, official high school transcript or an official copy of GED/HSED certification scores. Current high school students must submit an official in-progress transcript and a final official transcript after graduation.

Additional Information

Please Note: If you are a **transfer student who is currently in core nursing classes**, you need to contact us prior to applying to determine eligibility to transfer.  Please email [Ginger Howard](mailto:ginger.howard8717@fvtc.edu) to get more information.

ATI is a required fee upon entry into the Nursing program. It will be utilized in all theory classes, skills classes and clinical.

You will be required to complete a Certified Criminal Background Check prior to enrollment into internship or clinical experience. Criminal activity reported will be communicated to healthcare agencies which provide student clinical and internship opportunities. Healthcare agencies have the legal right to deny a clinical or internship experience based on crimes committed. Completion of your program cannot be guaranteed if your criminal history precludes you from completing any clinical or internship experience.

Students will be required to electronically submit clinical documentation, which includes immunizations, when accepted into core courses or clinical placement. COVID is not required for this program. You will be required to report whether you have received your initial immunization. 

The Nursing Skills course is offered in Oshkosh and Appleton; this is the only core LPN course offered in both locations.

**High-Demand**
This is a high-demand program of study. We offer a limited number of full-time or part-time spots each term, depending on capacity. To learn more about the admissions or waitlist process for high demand programs, please visit [https://www.fvtc.edu/HighDemand](https://www.fvtc.edu/admissions/high-demand-programs). There is an estimated wait time of approximately 1 -2 years AFTER your admit term to enter CORE courses; while waiting to start CORE courses, you may choose to take general education courses required for your program. Even if you’ve completed all your general education courses, you must still follow the wait time outlined above before starting your core courses.

Program Outcomes

  • Apply the nursing process to basic client care across diverse populations
  • Communicate basic information using multiple sources in nursing practice
  • Function as a healthcare team member to provide safe and effective care
  • Integrate Practical Nursing identity reflecting integrity, responsibility and nursing standards
  • Utilize theoretical knowledge to participate in decision making

Accreditation

This nursing program is certified by the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing. [FVTC Practical Nursing Program Outcomes (PDF)](https://www.fvtc.edu/Portals/0/PDFs/Programs/FVTC-PN-Program-Outcomes.pdf).

**Current Medical Assistants:** If you are a current Medical Assistant who graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program, you may be eligible for credit for prior learning for the following:
Nursing Pharmacology (31543303) - must be a graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Nursing Intro to Clinical Practice (31543304) - must be a graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program and have 2000 (employer verified) hours of current work experience

The ADN and PN nursing program at Fox Valley Technical College located in Appleton, WI is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Accreditation Commission of Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the ADN and PN nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the [ACEN website](https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs).

Students registered in core nursing courses are required to bring a laptop computer to class and/or clinical.

The [Nursing Progression Policy](https://www.fvtc.edu/Portals/0/PDFs/Programs/Nursing-Progression-Policy.pdf) states:  Students who do not meet the minimum academic standard in the same science and/or core class twice, or in three different science and/or core classes, will be removed from the program for two years. The minimum academic standard requires students to receive a grade of A, B, or C.  Grades of C-, D, F, or W do not meet the minimum academic requirements.

Graduates of Fox Valley Technical College's Practical Nursing program are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses.


Start anywhere. Many credits can apply toward future programs.
College Credit Transfer Options

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Student Clubs

There are over 35 different clubs and organizations available for students. Many clubs are directly related to programs offered at FVTC, so you can develop professional connections while meeting other students.

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Career Services is here to help you with your employment needs. Our services begin when you enroll as an FVTC student and continue throughout your employment career.

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Contact Enrollment Services for questions about admissions, financial aid, registration, tuition and credit transfer.

Admissions Center

Email: admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu
Phone: 920-735-4740
Text: 920-294-1738
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Credit Transfer Options

They're your credits. Take them with you!

Whether you’re an incoming student, transferring to another two-year college or pursuing your bachelor’s degree, we make it easy for you to seamlessly transfer your credits. With full accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, we offer credit transfer agreements with more than 65 two-and four-year colleges.

Transfer In

Many students come to Fox Valley Tech with credits they’ve already earned, either while in high school or at other colleges and universities. It’s also possible to be granted credit for career-related knowledge and skills you’ve already mastered.

Transfer Out

Is a four-year degree in your future? Save time and money by starting here. You can earn your associate degree at Fox Valley Tech, then apply your credits toward a bachelor’s degree. Or easily transfer your credits to other two-year colleges.

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Not sure what career is a good fit for you? Let us help you decide on a program. Fox Valley Tech staff members can help you identify skills, values, interests, and occupational and education opportunities to determine the best pathway to meet your goals.

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Email: admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu
Phone: 920-735-4740
Text: 920-294-1738