The Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP) has been preparing individuals to enter the field of nursing since 1891. We have graduates who are working in many places around the world and are making a valuable contribution to quality health care. We welcome you as you begin the journey to join their ranks.
The MCHP PN program is approved by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN). After successful completion of the PN program, a student is eligible to take the licensing exam (NCLEX-PN®) to become a Registered Nurse. After successful completion of the ADN program, a student is eligible to take the licensing exam (NCLEX-RN®) to become a Registered Nurse. The RN-BSN program is a continuation program and does not have a licensing component.
The purpose of this handbook is to provide the Nursing student with relevant information regarding the Maine College of Health Professions' degree requirements, professional standards, policies, and procedures. These guidelines have been developed by the nursing faculty and are updated periodically. Any updates to the handbook during the academic year are communicated to students via email, written announcements in the learning management system, and verbal communication. Students are responsible for regularly using their MCHP resources (once per day) to view updates.