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Introduction

Nursing

Program Overview

The AD Mobility Nursing program educates Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for the role of Registered Nurse (RN). The RN role includes a broad area of human service aimed at assisting the client in attaining the highest level of health possible.

Program at a glance

  • Credits 64
  • Degree Type A.S.
  • Location East Grand Forks Campus, Thief River Falls Campus
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Spring 2025 AD Nursing Program Application

See the complete admissions requirements and application process for the Nursing A.S. degree program.

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Northland Nursing Programs

The Northland Advantage

Fall & spring cohorts each year

Fall and spring cohorts each year to ensure the timing is right for you. Full and part-time options are available.

Preparing you for the role of RN

The AD Mobility Nursing program educates Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for the role of Registered Nurse.

Dedicated nursing advisors

Dedicated nursing advisors will be at your side to support you from application to graduation.

Career Outlook

What can you do with a nursing degree?

Learn what occupations may be of interest to someone who has completed this program. Find information about wages and employment outlook.

Where Northland nursing grads work

Hospitals and medical offices? Of course. But also schools, colleges, health clubs, government facilities, professional sports, resorts, corporations, and more. The places you can work as a nurse are unlimited.

Types of nursing degree careers

Different types of nursing careers include OR, ER, ICU, Cardiac, Dialysis, Neonatal, Pediatrics, Midwife, Mental Health, Hospice, Home Health Care, Telehealth Nurse, Nursing Educator, Occupational Health, School Nurse, and more.

Nursing industry outlook

There is currently a nursing shortage throughout the United States. This shortage will increase in the next 5 to 10 years. Employment opportunities are excellent at this time and in the future.

Success Stories

From Painful to Purposeful

See how real students have had success after attending Northland. In this story, Michelle Stadstad honors her son’s memory with a midlife career change.

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Get started by talking with a Northland admissions representative today about connecting your educational goals to a Nursing career path.

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