Registered Nursing

Dr. Tena Wheeler
ASN Department Chairperson
417-447-8950

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Accreditation

OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.

Mission Statement

The mission of the OTC Associate of Science in Nursing program is to prepare students for a career in professional nursing and provide an accessible, transformative education that promotes further academic study. The purpose of the program is to graduate an entry level, professional nurse who can deliver nursing care and promote health for the people of Southwest Missouri.

Program Outcomes

Student Achievement & Outcomes

Ozarks Technical Community College
Associate of Science in Nursing
Program Outcomes
By Calendar Year

NCLEX-RN First Time Test Pass Rates – Expected Level of Achievement 80%

2020 – 92.8%
2021 – 86.9%
2022 – 90.5%

ASN Program Completion Rate- Expected Level of Achievement – 65% 

2020 – 67%
2021 – 66.5%
2022 – 50%

Job Placement- Expected Level of Achievement – 80%

2020 – 98%
2021 – 100%
2022 – 98%

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Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.

At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.

We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.