Nursing, Paramedic to ADN Pathway is an Associate Degree program offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI. Tuition is $11,600 total.
Program Overview
If you’re currently a practicing paramedic in the state of Wisconsin and want to continue your education to become a registered nurse, this program is designed for you. You can apply the credits from your paramedic diploma to give you a head start. Then continue your hands-on experience using a wide range of clinical skills, health assessments and medication administration. Our state-of-the-art health simulation environment gives you access to a variety of life-like training opportunities to build your confidence and skills. Throughout your training, you’ll practice critical thinking, leadership, team building and accurate communications, which will prepare you to work effectively in a variety of environments and with diverse patient populations. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible to take the National Council of State Board's examination to become a registered nurse.
- Due to program demand, licensure and certification requirements, and Wisconsin laws relating to residency, this program is currently not accepting out-of-state applicants. [Learn more about professional licensure](https://www.fvtc.edu/about-us/facts/student-consumer-information/professional-licensure-and-certification-disclosure) for this program.* **
School Information
Campus
Career Opportunities
- Registered Nurse
Admissions Requirements
Multiple options for admissions are available for this program: High School GPA of 3.0 or higher in last 10 years OR HESI 75% or higher OR TEAS 58.7 or higher OR Previous Associate Degree or higher OR Paramedic license and graduating/obtaining Paramedic Technical diploma from an accredited school OR ACT of 18 or higher in English & Math AND 20 or higher in Reading; student must provide copies of the applicable option; testing is good for 3 years.
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.
Meet with the Nursing Department Chair to discuss the program and its requirements. Contact Barb Timmons at timmons@fvtc.edu to make an appointment, include your Student ID number.
Read, acknowledge, and submit a Technical Standards form found at
foxvalleytechnicalcollege.formstack.com/forms/nursing_ts
Students should make a copy of their Paramedic License and send it in to Fox Valley Technical College, Enrollment Services, PO Box 2277, Appleton, WI 54912-2277.
Submit an official copy of your Post-Secondary transcript(s). The transcript should show your EMT- Paramedic program completion. You will find all of the details about submitting transcripts at
www.fvtc.edu/apply
.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Studies | 29 |
| General Studies | 27 |
| Electives | 4 |
Program total: 60 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $11,600 based on current tuition and fees, plus $805 additional materials and supplies and $1,370 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.
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).
The Associate Degree Nursing program is fully approved by the WI Board of Nursing.
Upon completion of the Nursing-Associate Degree program, you are awarded an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council of State Board's Licensure Examination to become a registered nurse. [FVTC Paramedic to ADN Program Outcomes (PDF)](https://www.fvtc.edu/Portals/0/PDFs/Programs/FVTC-Paramedic-to-ADN-Outcomes.pdf).
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.