Registered Nurse (RN) Requirements

Associate Degree Program

Curriculum

Students will attend lab and clinical on campus or at a designated clinical site face-to-face with an instructor. There are a total of 5 lab days with NURS 211LS. During lab, students must demonstrate and check off on all advanced LPN skills and RN skills. 

The following courses have 6 days of clinical, totaling 18 days: NURS 211LS, NURS 220S, and NURS 230S. Some clinical may be in the evening and on weekends, depending on the site. Students will be provided clinical schedules as far in advance as possible. Online lectures are started twice a year, in January and August.

12 Months - Fall Start

Registered Nurse (Fall Start-12 months), AAS

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18 Months - Fall Start

Registered Nurse (Fall Start-18 months), AAS

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12 Months - Spring Start

Registered Nurse (Spring Start-12 months), AAS

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18 Months - Summer Start

Registered Nurse (Summer Start-18 months), AAS

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Huron, S.D.

18 Months - Fall Start

Registered Nurse (Fall Start-18 months), AAS

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Additional Program Requirements

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Background Check and Drug Screen

A background check is required before program classes start. Drug screens may be required for nursing students if a clinical affiliate has that requirement. See Nursing Handbook for details.

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Immunizations

This program requires additional immunizations. Please the details on the immunizations page.

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Required Supplies

The following required supplies can be purchased in the Southeast Tech Bookstore:

  • Pen light
  • Stethoscope
  • Bandage Scissors 
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Technical Standards

Read the Technical Standards form and review physical requirements. If you apply online, this is part of the application process.

RN Technical Standards

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Technology Requirements

Southeast Technical College's Registered Nurse program is a Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL) program. You may purchase a laptop on your own or from the Southeast Tech I.T. Support Center.

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Uniforms

Uniforms are required for this program and can be purchased through the STC Bookstore.

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