Health Science Programs
- Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography – AAS Degree
- Dental Assisting – Certificate
- Emergency Medical Services – AAS Degree
- Emergency Medical Services – Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician – Certificate
- Medical Assistant – Certificate
- Medical Clerk – Certificate
- Medical Laboratory Technology – AAS Degree
- Nursing – Practical Nursing Full-Time Program – Certificate
- Nursing – Practical Nursing Part-Time Program – Certificate
- Nursing (ADN) Full-Time Program – AAS Degree
- Nursing (ADN) Hybrid Online Full-Time – AAS Degree
- Nursing (ADN) Part-Time Program – AAS Degree
- Nursing Assistant – Certificate
- Phlebotomy – Certificate
- Pre-BSN – AA Degree
- Pre-Chiropractic – AS Degree
- Pre-Pharmacy – AS Degree
- Pre-Physical Therapy – AS Degree
- Pre-Physician Assistant – AS Degree
- Pre-Professional Dental, Medicine, Optometry, Podiatry – AS Degree
- Pre-Veterinary – AS Degree
- Surgical Technology – AAS Degree
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN): Full-Time Program
Associate in Applied Science Degree
The Associate Degree Nursing Program provides practical nurses the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in nursing and take the NCLEX-RN Exam; builds on the practical nurse program of education in communication skills, nursing process, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and basic nursing skills; provides appropriate educational opportunities to prepare the graduate to adhere to standards and scope of practice as set forth in the Illinois Nursing Act and American Nursing Association; and creates an environment that encourages lifelong learning and professional development.
The full-time program starts every August (2024, 2025, 2026, etc.) and is two semesters in length (fall and spring). Curriculum is delivered in a traditional, face-to-face format during normal business hours.
Applicants should contact the Testing Services Office at the College. The Associate Degree Nursing Program entry packet and selection procedures can be found by reviewing the Restricted Allied Health Admission resources. The steps to be followed are specified in the admissions packet. In addition to completing a college application, the applicant must be able to do the following:
- Must possess an unencumbered active Illinois LPN license.
- Provide proof of successful completion of an approved school of practical nursing
- Successfully complete the associate degree nursing pre-entrance examination (TEAS)
What You Can Do
This unique program is designed to prepare the student for the practice of professional nursing as defined in the Illinois Nurse Practice Act of 2017 and meets the requirements for schools approved for associate degree nursing by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
A national licensure examination must be passed to be employed in this career.
Jobs
- Registered Nurse
Earning Potential
View the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Registered Nurses, at Registered Nurses : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.
Program Details
ADN 15
View Program Guide for Nursing (ADN) Full-Time Program AAS
FIRST YEAR – SUMMER SEMESTER
| ORI 212 | ADN Orientation | .5 |
| ALH 101 | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation OR ALH 102 CPR Recertification1 | 0.5 – 1 |
| CHM 141 | General, Organic, and Biochemistry I* | 4 |
| 5 – 5.5 |
FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER
| ADN 201 | Health Assessment and Nursing Care | 4 |
| ADN 202 | Nursing Care of Adult I | 7 |
| ADN 221 | Family Nursing | 5 |
| ADN 230 | Advanced Pharmacology I | 1.5 |
| 17.5 |
FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER
| ADN 213 | Nursing Today and Tomorrow | 2 |
| ADN 218 | Mental Health Issues in Nursing | 3 |
| ADN 220 | Nursing Care of Adult II | 7 |
| ADN 231 | Advanced Pharmacology II | 1.5 |
| BIO 226 | Microbiology* | 4 |
| 17.5 |
| Total Hours for Degree | 65 |
Notes and Information
- Students must be certified in CPR annually (ALH 101 or ALH 102) before starting Clinical Rotations. ↩︎
*Students must complete either CHM 141 OR BIO 226 PRIOR to starting the ADN program. Students must maintain “C” or higher in all courses. All students must complete the practical nursing curriculum. All PN courses must be completed with a “C” or better prior to beginning ADN courses. It is strongly recommended that all ADN general education courses are completed prior to beginning the ADN program. Active and unencumbered Illinois LPN license is required prior to entering the first year, fall semester classes.
The following courses are included in the minimum hours of this degree:
| BIO 205 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 206 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| PNE 101 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 3 |
| PNE 105 | Nursing Throughout the Life Cycle | 1 |
| PNE 161 | Pharmacology in Nursing | 2 |
| PNE 171 | Pharmacology in Nursing II | 2 |
| PNE 204 | Adult Nursing I | 2 |
| PNE 206 | Adult Nursing II | 2 |
| PNE 207 | Medical/Surgical Clinic | 3 |
| PNE 208 | Mental Health Nursing | 1.5 |
| PNE 209 | I.V. Therapy (or comparable I.V. course) | 0.5 |
| 25 |
Students planning to transfer and pursue a baccalaureate degree should, when given a choice, enroll in the general education course that is IAI GECC approved and articulated with participating Illinois institutions.
The Nursing (ADN) Full-Time Program is a minimum of 64.5 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.
*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.
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The Associate Nursing program at John A. Logan College at the Carterville campus, located in Carterville, Illinois, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
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The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree nursing program is continuing accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.
The JALC ADN program meets licensure requirements in the state of Illinois.
Higher education institutions and the U.S. Department of Education share a common goal: to support students in educational programs that lead to state licensure, enabling them to fulfill the educational requirements necessary for employment in their chosen field. According to U.S. Department of Education regulations 34 CFR 668.14(b)(32), starting July 1, 2024, all institutions must disclose whether the curriculum for Title IV-eligible programs designed or advertised as leading to professional licensure or certification required for employment meets state educational requirements where a student is located. Disclosure is required regardless of a program’s modality. Academic programs that provide a path to optional, national, or industry certifications do not require disclosure.
John A. Logan College strives to ensure that information regarding educational requirements for licensure or certification is up to date; however, state requirements may change. Beyond educational requirements, state licensure boards may require applicants to complete professional examinations, background checks, years of professional experience, residency requirements, jurisprudence exams, and other training.
The new U.S. Department of Education regulations, 34 CFR 668.14(b)(32) require colleges to assign programs leading to licensure to one of two categories; “Yes, meets state requirements” or “No, does not meet state requirements.”
John A. Logan College’s educational programs are designed to meet licensure requirements in the state of Illinois regardless of the modality of instruction. The programs listed below meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification for that occupation in Illinois:
- Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)
- Cosmetology (COS)
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Massage Therapy (MAS)
John A. Logan College cannot guarantee licensure in other states. State laws, regulations, and policies governing professional licensure may change at any time. The decision to grant a license or certification is the purview of the state. Only state licensing agencies or boards can determine whether an academic program meets or partially meets educational requirements for licensure. John A. Logan College cannot guarantee an individual’s attainment of any professional licensure or certification, in any field, in any state. At this time, per regulations, the College must assign, “No, does not meet requirements” in states other than Illinois.
Students are encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing authority directly to determine if John A. Logan College’s program meets the educational requirements for licensure before beginning the program. Many John A. Logan College licensure program graduates have successfully transferred into careers and obtained licensure in states other than Illinois.
John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.
1. Integrate evidence-based practice through the implementation of the nursing process.
2. Facilitate quality and safety of an individual’s care, including information technology.
3. Apply nursing knowledge to impact quality improvement.
4. Demonstrate leadership qualities and professionalism.
5. Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to promote optimal health.
6. Demonstrate a caring presence to effectively relate to and advocate for diverse populations.
7. Utilize professional communication.
Licensure Pass Rates for RN (ADN):
| Associate Degree Nursing | *2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
| *NCLEX-RN Pass Rates | 98% (56/75) | 96% (53/55) | 96% (73/76) | 95% (42/44) | 95% (61/64) | 96% (46/48) | 95% (71/75) |
*Pass rates are provided by IDFPR’s National Council Licensure Examination Summary Data.
In 2025, the NCLEX-RN National Average was 87%; the State of Illinois Average was 85%. The number 57 represents # candidates, and the number 56 represents the # passed NCLEX-RN exam.
ADN Program Retention Rates:
| Associate Degree Nursing | **2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
| Enrollment Max | 90 | 50 | 90 | 50 | 90 | 50 | 90 |
| Actual Enrollment Numbers | 96 | 48 | 87 | 50 | 88 | 49 | 90 |
| Completers | 39 | 40 | 59 | 31 | 61 | 58 | 70 |
| **Retention Rate | 41% | 83% | 67.8% | 62% | 69.3% | unknown | unknown |
**Based on 100% on-time completion
Job Placement Rates:
| Associate Degree Nursing | *2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
| ADN Job Placement rates | 95% (36/38) | 100% (22/22) | 95.2% (20/21) | 95.4% (21/22) | 100% (22/22) | unknown | 94.1% (32/34) |
*Based on survey completion
Nursing Program Contacts
Susan Phillips
Nursing Admission Coordinator
Email: susan.phillips@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8497
Office: G218G
Tracie Zoller
Nursing Program Specialist II
Email: tracie.zoller@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8498
Office: G220
Dr. Kristin Yosanovich, DNP, RN
Dean of Health Sciences and Director of Nursing
Email: kristin.yosanovich@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8498/8455
Office: G218F