Information regarding pre-testing for the Nursing Program is listed under Nursing Pre-Entrance Testing. Once you have met the requirements for pre-testing, apply to test on one of the dates listed at the bottom of this page.

The Nursing and Allied Health department at Spoon River College offers many opportunities for a rewarding career in the nursing field. The SRC Nursing program features an option of completing a practical nursing certificate at the end of the first year, affording the individual eligibility to take the Practical Nursing licensing examination. Students may continue to the second year of the program, and after completion, are eligible to receive an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and to write the NCLEX-RN examination for licensure. The curriculum for this program has been developed to meet the licensing requirements for the state of Illinois. It has not been determined whether licensing requirements for any other state will be met. Links to the requirements for each state can be found at the National Council for States Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). The College also offers a Nursing Assistant course that is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions in the health care field.

Certificates and Degrees

Nature of Work

Nursing is a dynamic combination of art and science applied to meeting the health care needs of individuals and families in the communities in which we live. Nurses promote wellness, assist with the restoration and maintenance of health, and provide comfort to the dying. Nurses primarily work in inpatient and outpatient departments, care centers, and social assistance agencies, as well as in-home healthcare, educational, and employment services. This program is part of the Health Science Career Cluster.

Program Accreditation

The Nursing program is fully approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and may apply for licensure to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN). Those whom successfully complete the NUR 145 course are then eligible to take the NCLEX-LPN and may apply for licensure to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN).  In 2023, our NCLEX passing rates were: NCLEX-PN 100% and NCLEX-RN 83%.

The Spoon River College nursing program at Spoon River College at the Canton and Macomb Campus located in Canton, IL and Macomb, IL is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
ACEN Website

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the ADN nursing program is Initial Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.

Admission Criteria

    Admission requirements for the nursing program includes the following:

  1. Graduation from high school or equivalent.
  2. Basic skills assessment – Take the college-required Accuplacer Test.
  3. Biology – Must meet the prerequisites for BIO 200, BIO 201, and BIO 206 – High School Biology within the past five years, or BIO 101, BIO 105, or BIO 155 with a grade of “C” or better.
  4. Take the pre-nursing test (ATI-TEAS).
  5. A physical with immunizations, including a two-step TB test, and drug screening (date of drug testing addressed in acceptance letter) is required after acceptance into the program.
  6. A non-fingerprint background check will be required after acceptance into the program. High school students interested in applying to the nursing program should inquire at the guidance office of their high school. Math, biology, and chemistry should be included in their studies as preparatory course work for the SRC nursing program and to meet its entrance requirements.

Nursing Application Click here to apply.

Nursing Orientation Program

Orientation will take place the week prior to the start of fall semester classes.

Employment and Program Outcomes

Program Completion

YearCompletion in 100% required timeDisaggregated
Generic Students Only (4 semesters)		Disaggregated
Transition Students (2 semesters)
2020-202165% (15/23)60% (12/20)100% (3/3)
2021-202269% (9/13)69% (9/13)n/a
2022-2023100% (6/6)100% (6/6)n/a
2023-202483% (20/24)76% (13/17)100% (7/7)
2024-2025In progressn/an/a
Mean79%76%100%

NCLEX Pass Rates

**one tester is a previous grad testing for the first time with this cohort
YearFirst AttemptDisaggregated Macomb
First Attempt		Disaggregated Canton
First Attempt		Repeaters
**202179% (19/24)82% (14/17)83% (5/6)96%
202262% (8/13)67% (4/6)43% (4/7)100%
202383% (5/6)50% (1/2)100% (4/4)100%
2024Report coming Feb 2025n/an/an/a
Mean75%66%75%99%

Employment Rates

YearWorking as RN within one year of graduationDisaggregated MacombDisaggregated Canton
202096% (25/26)100% (8/8)94% (17/18)
2021100% (23/23)100% (17/17)100% (6/6)
202284% (11/13)83% (5/6)86% (6/7)
2023100% (6/6)100% (2/2)100% (4/4)
2024Calculate after May 10, 2025n/an/a
Mean95%96%95%

End of Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the nursing curriculum, the graduate will be able to:

  • Evaluate professional interactions with clients and other interdisciplinary members of the healthcare delivery systems.
  • Compile theoretical knowledge from the arts, sciences, and nursing to formulate a basis for nursing practice.
  • Adapt the nursing process to provide care to the diverse populations of individuals, families, significant others, and community.
  • Develop the role of a lifelong learner recognizing the value of continuous professional growth activities.

Nursing Program Outcomes

  • The SRC RN nursing program licensure examination pass rate for 1st time test takers will be 80% or above according to the IDFPR annual report given in February of every year.
  • The SRC RN nursing program completion rate will be > 50% for all transition and generic nursing graduates.
  • 90% of SRC RN nursing program graduates will be employed as an RN within 1 year of graduation.

Program Mission and Vision

Nursing Program Mission

The mission of the Nursing Program at SRC is to prepare students for state licensure eligibility, to obtain entry-level nursing positions, and to promote the health and well-being of the community.

Nursing Program Vision

The Vision of the Nursing Program at SRC is for each student to be motivated within the scope of the program to develop oneself as a person, as a contributing member of society, and as an active participant in nursing education and the nursing profession.

Computer Competency/Technology

Computer Competency/Technology

The SRC Nursing Program courses are all web-assisted using Microsoft Word programming. Also, some of the courses are hybrid or online. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge and ability of general computer usage (i.e., Internet research, emailing, and word processing). Students will be using a computerized system for classes, communication with peers and faculty, testing, assignments, and for the clinical site. If one is not comfortable with using the computer as previously listed, it is the incoming nursing student’s responsibility to become computer literate with these topics. Computer usage is necessary to meet the objectives of each of the nursing (NUR) courses. The nursing program utilizes online testing. The student will need a computer that meets the standards for ATI, Proctorio, and ExamSoft (please refer to these sites for specifications). Some of the technology needed include a microphone, camera, Wi-Fi, etc.

The nursing student is responsible to check all SRC online courses and SRC email at least once every class day. SRC has a “standard” of using the market leader technology (which is Microsoft) for preparation of graduates moving into the existing job market. Through the operating system (OS) provided by the college, the student has access to Microsoft 365. Students must log into their SRC account to access this service.

Technology Availability: The Nursing Department courses are either on-line or web-enhanced using SRC Online Learning Management System (LMS). Students use computerized systems for classes, communication with peers and faculty, testing, assignments, and for the clinical sites. Students have access to computers in the Library, LRCs, ASCs, Cyber-Cafes, and Nursing classrooms. The Canton and Macomb Campuses have wireless internet available in many areas throughout the buildings. Some classes or meetings may be held through the Interactive Video System (IVS), Google Meet, Google Hangouts, or Zoom.

AAS Degree​​

Nursing Associate Degree: 61.5 Credit Hours

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hrs.
Fall Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR130Pharmacology2
NUR135Fundamentals of Nursing7.5
ENG101Composition I3
BIO200Anatomy & Physiology I4
TOTAL16.5
Spring Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR143Nursing Through the Life Cycle I4
NUR144Nursing Through the Life Cycle II5
PSY130General Psychology3
BIO201Anatomy & Physiology II4
TOTAL16
Summer Semester Courses (not always required—see below)Credit Hrs.
NUR225**Nursing Transition: LPN to RN1.5
Fall Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR210Nursing Through the Life Cycle III4.5
NUR220Nursing Through the Life Cycle IV4.5
BIO206Principles of Microbiology4
TOTAL13
Spring Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR211Nursing Through the Life Cycle V4
NUR215Issues in Nursing2
NUR221Nursing Through the Life Cycle VI4
SOC100Introduction to Sociology3
COM103Speech Communication3
TOTAL16
**Required for LPNs admitted to the second year of Nursing program who have been out of school and have not just completed the first year of nursing.
LPNs seeking advanced standing may qualify upon meeting the following:
  1. evidence of graduation from State approved PN program
  2. academic transcripts on file at SRC
  3. 2.0 gpa in required course work
  4. copy of current LPN license
  5. proof of CPR status for Health Care Provider
  6. physical with immunizations, including a two-step TB test are required prior to entry into the program
  7. a non-fingerprint background check will be required after acceptance into the program

Certificates

Practical Nursing Certificate: 38.5 Credit Hours

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hrs.
Fall Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR130Pharmacology2
NUR135Fundamentals of Nursing7.5
ENG101Composition I3
BIO200Anatomy & Physiology I4
TOTAL16.5
Spring Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR143Nursing Through the Life Cycle I4
NUR144Nursing Through the Life Cycle II5
PSY130General Psychology3
BIO201Anatomy & Physiology II4
TOTAL16
Summer Semester CoursesCredit Hrs.
NUR145Nursing Through the Life Cycle PN6

Nursing Pre-Entrance Testing

Pre-Entrance Testing is currently available through Student Services. Group test dates are also available September – March through the Nursing Department. To register for a group test date, complete the Nursing Pre-Testing Form located at the bottom of this web page. TEAS testing below can be taken a maximum of 3 times per calendar year with a minimum of 14 days between testing attempts. Test scores are valid for 2 years.

This section is to be completed with SRC Advisor prior to being allowed to complete TEAS testing:

  1. SRC Application.
  2. Official copy of high school transcript or GED test scores (directly from high school to SRC).
  3. Complete Request for Evaluation of College Transcript form.
  4. Official copies of all college transcripts (directly from college(s) to SRC) received and evaluated.
  5. Complete ACCUPLACER test.

Watch this video created by ATI Nursing to get tips on how to study for the ATI TEAS Exam!

ATI-TEAS (no current nursing license) for Generic Nursing Students $70.00 fee

Pre-test:

  • It is preferred that TEAS testing is done as a group test (please refer to the schedule below).
  • Initial registration for TEAS testing begins with completion of the TEAS Online Testing Form below.

Test-day:

  • You will be required to show ID and payment receipt from SRC Business Office prior to testing.
  • You are not allowed to have a calculator or cell phone in the testing room.
  • Testing may take 3 hours to complete.
  • A handout will be provided on test day with further instructions for the testing process including next steps after testing is complete.

TEAS Online Testing Form

Once a form has been submitted, a confirmation will come through email from an SRC nursing representative.

​December 4th
December 13th
​December 17th
December 20th​ (Testing full in Macomb, Canton still has availability.)
January 10th (Canton Only)
January 14th (Canton Only)
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