Accreditation demonstrates the College’s commitment to meeting
nursing education standards
FORT MYERS, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–lt;a href=”https://twitter.com/hashtag/nursing?src=hash” target=”_blank”gt;#nursinglt;/agt;–Rasmussen College, a regionally accredited private college, today
announced its Fort
Myers and Tampa/Brandon,
Florida, campuses have earned programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation
Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).1,2
Accreditation highlights the College’s commitment to meeting rigorous
education standards for its Professional
Nursing Associate’s degree program at its Fort Myers and
Tampa/Brandon campuses. It also signifies the Nursing programs have met
or exceeded standards and criteria for educational quality in Nursing
curriculum and preparation for Nursing students to work successfully in
the profession upon graduation.
“Rasmussen College is committed to delivering quality education across
all of our Nursing programs,” said Dr. Kelly McCullough, Regional Dean
of Nursing at Rasmussen College. “Earning accreditation through ACEN is
a rigorous process that takes months to complete. Successfully
fulfilling ACEN’s requirements and achieving accreditation reinforce
that we are delivering on our responsibility to offer quality Nursing
education for our Florida students.”
The Rasmussen College ACEN-Accredited Professional Nursing Program
The
Rasmussen College Professional Nursing Associate’s degree program
provides students with a hands-on Nursing education experience guided by
experienced nurse faculty. The Nursing program expands students’ skill
sets and confidence. With immersive, hands-on training in a variety of
clinical settings, students will be fully prepared for the scenarios
they’ll encounter in the workforce. Upon graduation, Nursing students
are academically prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam offering a
path to a rewarding career as a registered nurse (RN).
To offer more flexibility and affordability, general education courses
for the ADN program are offered with Flex
Choice® — a learning option that allows students to
combine traditional courses and optional self-directed assessments — a
more affordable way for students to receive credit for what they already
know. The program can be completed in as few as 18 months.3 Current
licensed practical nurses (LPNs) looking to further their education can
take advantage of the ADN Mobility Bridge Entrance Option, which helps
LPNs earn their credential in a shorter amount of time in as few as
12–18 months.3
“Our Nursing courses are taught by experienced nurse faculty and feature
small classroom sizes that enable faculty members to focus on each
student and their unique needs,” said McCullough. “We have strong
community partnerships that allow our students to have access to a
variety of clinical opportunities throughout Florida. Our communities
are looking for qualified, caring nurses as the population ages and
local hospitals look to grow and expand their services. We are proud of
our recent ACEN accreditation and are excited for our students and
community members who will directly benefit from the exceptional Nursing
programs we strive to provide every day.”
The Rasmussen College Professional Nursing Associate’s degree program at
the New Port Richey/West Pasco and Ocala (with an off-campus
instructional site in Orlando), Florida, campuses are also accredited by
the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).2
To learn more about the Rasmussen College School of Nursing or apply for
the Summer term, please visit www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/.
1Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
hlcommission.org | 800-621-7440
2The Rasmussen College Professional Nursing Associate’s
degree program in Fort Myers, Tampa/Brandon, New Port Richey/West Pasco
and Ocala (with an off-campus instructional site in Orlando), Florida,
is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 3343 Peachtree Road
NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326, 404-975-5000 http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
3Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted
and courses completed each term.
ABOUT RASMUSSEN COLLEGE:
Rasmussen College is a regionally
accredited private college that is dedicated to changing lives and the
communities it serves through high-demand and flexible educational
programs. Since 1900, the College has been committed to academic
innovation and providing the highest standard of education while
empowering students to pursue a college degree. Rasmussen College offers
Certificate and Diploma programs through Associate’s, Bachelor’s and
Master’s degree programs online and across its 23 Midwest and Florida
campuses. A pioneer in online education, the College is helping lead
advancements in innovations such as competency-based education and
comprehensive student support services that help working adults advance
their careers. The College is also committed to providing a positive
impact on society through public service and a variety of
community-based initiatives. For more information about Rasmussen
College, please visit rasmussen.edu.
Contacts
Contact: Hannah Burn
Phone: 952-806-4660
Cell: 651-361-0693
Email:
[email protected]
