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Rasmussen University's Prelicensure Nursing programs in Mankato and St. Cloud, Minnesota earn Maximum Accreditation Terms from Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
Practical Nursing Diploma and Professional Nursing Associates' degree programs earn continuing accreditation for eight years MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 21, 2023
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[{"type":"text","content":"Practical Nursing Diploma and Professional Nursing Associates' degree programs earn continuing accreditation for eight years\nMINNEAPOLIS, 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.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\"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.\"\nAbout the Rasmussen Practical Nursing Diploma ProgramThe 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.\nAbout the Rasmussen Professional Nursing Associate's Degree ProgramStudents 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.\n\"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...