Practical Nursing Diploma and Professional
Nursing Associates' degree programs earn continuing accreditation
for eight years
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rasmussen
University today announced its prelicensure nursing programs in
Mankato and St. Cloud, Minn. have earned maximum
accreditation terms from the Accreditation Commission for Education
in Nursing (ACEN)1. Specifically, both
the Practical Nursing (PN/LPN) Diploma and Professional
Nursing Associate's Degree (ADN/RN) programs earned continuing
accreditation for a full eight-year accreditation term, the maximum
time granted for continuing programs.
"These accreditation milestones highlight Rasmussen's
commitment to meeting rigorous education standards," said Dr.
Alexandra Torres, regional dean of
Nursing Academics, Rasmussen University. "Students enrolled in our
prelicensure nursing programs expect a high-quality learning
experience that prepares them to be competent and
compassionate healthcare professionals."
About the Rasmussen Practical Nursing Diploma
Program
The Rasmussen University Practical Nursing Diploma
program prepares students to become a licensed practical nurse
(LPN) in as few as 12 months2. Students learn from
compassionate experts who have centered their working lives around
helping nurses grow and succeed. The program is a great way to get
into a nursing role, and right now, students may be eligible to
save up to $2,000 on tuition with
Rasmussen's LPN Care Grant3.
About the Rasmussen Professional Nursing Associate's
Degree Program
Students can earn their Associate's Degree in
Nursing (ADN) at Rasmussen in as few as 21 months2 and
become a registered nurse (RN). With a mix of online courses,
on-campus lab simulations and clinical experiences, students will
be prepared to sit for the NCLEX-RN® exam4
and provide compassionate care. Also, unlike many other nursing
schools, Rasmussen does not require prerequisite coursework, and
there are no wait lists at most campuses for qualified
applicants5.
"Nurses continue to be in high demand across the nation. In
central Minnesota, employers tell
us they are especially looking for practical nurses who are
high-quality and well-prepared," said Kimberly Korneck, dean
of Nursing, Rasmusen University—St. Cloud. "At Rasmussen, we
utilize evidence-based practices and stay current with our
professional development as a priority for our faculty—focusing on
clinical reasoning and clinical judgement."
"Students tell us they appreciate our friendly staff and faculty
who are dedicated to their success and fostering a supportive
environment. Our students are people with lives, and that matters
to us," said Dr. Tiffany Garrioch, dean of Nursing, Rasmussen
University—Mankato. "Employers in southwest Minnesota say they appreciate how professional
our graduates are—how inspired they are to help others, and how
encouraging it is to see them have goals of continuing their
education and growth in nursing."
Rasmussen University is a national leader in pre-licensure
nursing education. The University offers a full nursing education
ladder, from its Practical Nursing Diploma, Professional Nursing
Associate's and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree to its
MSN and DNP. The University works with health systems nationwide to
transform the relationship between nursing education and
employment.
To learn more about the ACEN-accredited Practical Nursing
Diploma program in Mankato and St.
Coud, Minn., please visit:
https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/practical-nursing/
To learn more about the ACEN-accredited Professional
Nursing Associate's degree program in Mankato and St.
Cloud, Minn., please visit:
https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/professional-nursing/
1The associate nursing program and
practical nursing program at Rasmussen University at the
Mankato campus located in
Mankato, Minnesota and the
St. Cloud campus located in
St. Cloud, Minnesota, is
accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
(ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite
1400
Atlanta, GA
30326
404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN
Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program and
practical nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN
regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs/.
2Completion time is dependent on transfer
credits accepted and the number of courses completed each
term.
3See
www.rasmussen.edu/tuition/lpn-care-grant for full details of the
LPN Care grant.
4NCLEX-RN is a registered trademark of the
National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc.
5Select campuses have limited seats per
start date that may result in qualified candidates not being
selected for admission or being offered a position on a wait
list.
About Rasmussen University:
Rasmussen University is
accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional
accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
(www.hlcommission.org) and is dedicated to changing lives and the
communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a
pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is
defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on
competency-based education, technology and transferable skills.
Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in
person at 22 campuses around the country. The University is
designed to lift and support its students every step of the way,
from each student's first credential to their last. Rasmussen is
dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved and meeting
the evolving needs of diverse students, communities and economies.
Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for
academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public
good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public
Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about
Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu.
About American Public Education, Inc.:
American Public
Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI), through its institutions American
Public University System (APUS), Rasmussen University,
Hondros College of Nursing and Graduate
School USA (GSUSA) provides
education that transforms lives, advances careers, and improves
communities.
Contact: Molly Andersen
Mobile: 903.920.4366
Email: molly.andersen@rasmussen.edu
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