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Nursing Program Student Achievement Data

Program Outcomes Achievement Data for NCLEX
Pass Rate and Program Completion

1. Graduates' Success on the National Council of Licensure Exam for Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN):

Expected level of achievement:

The pass rate of first time test-takers for each graduating cohort (all program options) will be at least 80%, and the program's most recent annual NCLEX-RN pass rate of first-time testers will be at least 80% for all graduates during the same 12 month period (Jan-Dec).

Results: Aggregated program NCLEX-RN pass rate:

By Graduation Year

By Testing Year

2021

89.34% (109/122)

85.58% (89/104)

2020

91.96% (103/112)

89.68% (113/126)

2019

92.31% (96/104)

95% (95/100)

2018

89% (89/100)

82.46% (94/114)

2. Program Completion:

Expected level of achievement:

For all program options, 75% of students who begin the nursing program will complete the program within 100% of the normal timeframe. The timeframe begins with the first nursing course.

    • Traditional campus-based option - 6 quarters over 2 academic years, excluding summers
    • LPN campus-based opt-in - 3 quarters over one academic year, excluding summer
    • LPN2RN eLearning option - 4 quarters over one year, including summer
Results: (academic year, July 1 through June 30)

Traditional Program

  • 2021/2022: 74.36%

LPN2RN campus opt-in

  • 2021/2022: 82.35%

LPN2RN eLearning

  • 2021/2022: 90.38%

The data below is based on a program outcome that included a previous definition of on-time program completion:
For all program options, 75% of students who begin the nursing program will complete the program within 150% of the normal timeframe. The timeframe begins with the first nursing course. 

Results: (academic year, July 1 through June 30)

Traditional Program

  • 2020/2021: 84%
  • 2019/2020: 85%
  • 2018/2019: 82%
  • 2017/2018: 88%

LPN Opt-in (campus program)

  • 2020/2021: 92%
  • 2019/2020: 100%
  • 2018/2019: 100%
  • 2017/2018: 100%

LPN2RN eLearning

  • 2020/2021: 80%
  • 2019/2020: 96%
  • 2018/2019: 87%
  • 2017/2018: 91%

 

*Calculations based on year-to-date data.
Additional program outcomes and achievement data is available by request. Please contact the Nursing Program Director. 


Student Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate critical thinking by applying objective, valid methods of inquiry and problem-solving to draw rational, ethical and coherent conclusions in nursing practice. Critical thinking is an LCC global skill.

2. Demonstrate competence in basic nursing knowledge and skills in the performance of the nursing roles as provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession.

3. Communicate effectively in professional nursing practice. Communication is an LCC global skill.

4. Process and utilize quantitative data in professional nursing practice. Quantitative Literacy is an LCC global skill.

5. Incorporate professional interpersonal skills and caring behaviors in nursing practice. Interpersonal relations is an LCC global skill.

6. Recognize the importance of life-long learning to success in the profession of nursing.

See Student Learning Outcomes Achievement Data.


Contact Nursing Programs

We are located on the second floor of the Health & Science Building. Stop by during regular office hours, or call (360) 442-2860 to make an appointment. For a full list of all nursing faculty and staff, please see our Contact Us page.

General Healthcare Program Inquiries

  Health & Science Building, 2nd floor
   (360) 442-2860
Fax: (360) 442-2879

Nursing Program Inquiries

  Bev Ylen, Program Coordinator
  (360) 442-2860
  bylen@lowercolumbia.edu

Pre-Nursing Education Planning/Advising

  Alejandra Sanchez, Health Careers Specialist
  (360) 442-2355
  asanchez@lowercolumbia.edu

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