Rasmussen University Professional Nursing Associate's Degree in Nursing Program in Romeoville, Illinois Earns Initial ACEN Accreditation
Rasmussen University's Professional Nursing Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN/RN) program at the Romeoville/Joliet campus and its off-campus sites in Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park, and Rockford has received initial accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The program offers a hybrid format combining classroom learning, lab simulation, and clinical experience, preparing students to become registered nurses in as few as 18 months. The accreditation validates that the program meets national nursing education standards and prepares graduates for the NCLEX-RN exam.
Il programma di Laurea Associata in Infermieristica (ADN/RN) della Rasmussen University presso il campus di Romeoville/Joliet e i suoi siti esterni ad Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park e Rockford ha ricevuto l'accreditamento iniziale dalla Commissione per l'Accreditamento dell'Istruzione Infermieristica (ACEN). Il programma offre un formato iberido che combina apprendimento in aula, simulazioni di laboratorio e esperienza clinica, preparando gli studenti a diventare infermieri registrati in un periodo che può essere inferiore a 18 mesi. L'accreditamento conferma che il programma soddisfa gli standard nazionali per l'istruzione infermieristica e prepara i laureati per l'esame NCLEX-RN.
El programa de Título Asociado en Enfermería (ADN/RN) de la Universidad Rasmussen en el campus de Romeoville/Joliet y sus sitios fuera del campus en Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park y Rockford ha recibido la acreditación inicial de la Comisión de Acreditación para la Educación en Enfermería (ACEN). El programa ofrece un formato híbrido que combina aprendizaje en aula, simulación en laboratorio y experiencia clínica, preparando a los estudiantes para convertirse en enfermeros registrados en tan solo 18 meses. La acreditación valida que el programa cumple con los estándares nacionales de educación en enfermería y prepara a los graduados para el examen NCLEX-RN.
러스무센 대학교의 간호 전문학사 프로그램 (ADN/RN)은 로메오빌/졸리엣 캠퍼스와 오로라/네이필, 모케나/틴리파크, 록포드의 오프 캠퍼스 사이트에서 간호 교육 인증 위원회 (ACEN)로부터 초기 인증을 받았습니다. 이 프로그램은 교실 학습, 실험실 시뮬레이션 및 임상 경험을 결합한 하이브리드 형식을 제공하며, 학생들이 단 18개월 만에 등록 간호사가 될 수 있도록 준비시킵니다. 이 인증은 프로그램이 국가 간호 교육 기준을 충족하며 졸업생들이 NCLEX-RN 시험에 대비할 수 있도록 교육된 것을 확인합니다.
Le programme de Diplôme d'Associé en Soins Infirmiers (ADN/RN) de la Rasmussen University sur le campus de Romeoville/Joliet et ses sites hors campus à Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park et Rockford a reçu l'accréditation initiale de la Commission d'Accréditation pour l'Éducation en Soins Infirmiers (ACEN). Le programme propose un format hybride combinant apprentissage en classe, simulation en laboratoire et expérience clinique, préparant les étudiants à devenir des infirmiers enregistrés en aussi peu que 18 mois. L'accréditation valide que le programme répond aux normes nationales d'éducation en soins infirmiers et prépare les diplômés à l'examen NCLEX-RN.
Das Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/RN) Programm der Rasmussen University am Campus in Romeoville/Joliet und seinen externen Standorten in Aurora/Naperville, Mokena/Tinley Park und Rockford hat die erste Akkreditierung von der Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) erhalten. Das Programm bietet ein hybrides Format, das Unterricht, Laborsimulationen und klinische Erfahrungen kombiniert und die Studierenden darauf vorbereitet, in nur 18 Monaten registrierte Pflegekräfte zu werden. Die Akkreditierung bestätigt, dass das Programm die nationalen Standards für die Pflegeausbildung erfüllt und die Absolventen auf die NCLEX-RN-Prüfung vorbereitet.
- Earned ACEN accreditation, validating program quality and standards
- Accelerated 18-month completion timeframe, enabling faster workforce entry
- Program expansion to multiple locations across Illinois
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The ACEN accreditation for Rasmussen University's nursing program, while positive for the institution's reputation, has minimal direct financial impact on APEI (American Public Education Inc.). This development primarily affects Rasmussen's operational capabilities rather than introducing significant revenue opportunities or cost savings.
The accreditation may marginally improve student enrollment and retention rates in these Illinois locations, but the impact on APEI's overall financial performance is expected to be Rasmussen's nursing programs represent just one segment of APEI's diverse educational portfolio and this regional accreditation affects only specific campus locations.
The 18-month accelerated program format and expanded geographical presence through multiple instructional sites could provide some competitive advantages, but these benefits are already largely priced into the stock.
National accreditation highlights the University's commitment to meeting and exceeding nursing education standards
"We are thrilled to receive initial accreditation for our ADN program in
Preparing the Next Generation of Nurses with a Hybrid Professional Nursing Program
The Rasmussen University Professional Nursing Associate's Degree in Nursing program prepares students to become registered nurses through a comprehensive curriculum that blends classroom learning with campus lab simulation and hands-on clinical experience. The program emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, teamwork, and leadership, equipping graduates with the skills needed to thrive in today's complex healthcare environment. Additionally, students can benefit from the program's accelerated format, which allows them to complete their degree and enter the workforce in as few as 18 months1. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam to pursue licensure as registered nurses.
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Rasmussen University is a national leader in nursing education. Along with its ADN program, the University offers a full suite of nursing programs—from a Practical Nursing (LPN) Diploma to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
For more information about the Rasmussen University Professional Nursing Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN/RN) program, visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/professional-nursing/.
To learn more about the Rasmussen University School of Nursing, please visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing/.
1 Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and number of courses completed each term |
ABOUT RASMUSSEN UNIVERSITY:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the
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
1 Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and number of courses completed each term. |
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