Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 159 - Nursing Board
Chapter 6301 - PROGRAM APPROVALS
Part 6301.2310 - PURPOSE OF NURSING EDUCATION PROGRAM APPROVAL
Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 27, December 30, 2024
This chapter establishes requirements for practical , professional, and advanced practice nursing programs conducted under Minnesota Statutes, sections 148.171 to 148.285, in order to:
A. promote the safe practice of nursing by enforcing education and practice standards for individuals seeking licensure as advanced practice registered nurses, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses;
B. grant approval to nursing education programs that the board determines have met the standards;
C. provide information to graduates on meeting the educational and legal requirements for licensure;
D. ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of nursing education programs; and
E. provide the public and prospective students with a list of nursing programs that meets the standards established by the board.
Statutory Authority: MS s 148.191