Associate Degree in Nursing

Accelerated Nursing Program

Program at a Glance

18 Month Associate's Degree
71 Total Credits

Minimal Wait Times
Multiple Starts per Year

1 on 1 Preceptorship
Integrated into Program

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Program at a Glance

18 Month Associate's Degree
71 Total Credits

Minimal Wait Times
Multiple Starts per Year

1 on 1 Preceptorship
Integrated into Program

On Campus
View Available Locations

Associate's in Nursing Degree Overview

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Our year-round Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program can prepare you to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in just 18 months.

The ADN program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to provide safe and effective patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. With an emphasis on clinical reasoning, this comprehensive program combined with our year-round schedule allows you to graduate sooner and enter the field of nursing.

Post-graduation, ADN students are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates should grow in the following areas:

Nursing Fundamentals:
The program covers the legal, ethical, and regulatory aspects of nursing practice, ensuring safe and responsible patient care.
Clinical Skills:
Proficiency in core patient care tasks like vital sign measurement, medication administration, wound care, and assisting with daily living activities.
Health Assessment:
Developed skills in conducting comprehensive health assessments, including physical examinations, patient histories, and vital sign monitoring.
Patient Care:
The program prepares graduates to provide direct client care in a safe, effective manner across multiple settings.

University Benefits

Graduate Faster

At ECPI University, we understand that your time is valuable. That's why we offer year-round accelerated degree programs that allow you to complete your associate degree in just 18-months.

Immersive Environment

This program provides a rich blend of collaborative learning, hands-on labs, and real-world simulations that prepare students to confidently enter the healthcare field.

Prerequisites

Our program enables you to take Arts & Sciences courses in conjunction with your Nursing courses. This allows you to complete your educational requirements simultaneously and begin your journey to becoming a nurse sooner.

Campus Locations

Virginia Beach, VA

Newport News, VA

Roanoke, VA

Northern Virginia, VA

Richmond, VA

Raleigh, NC

Charlotte, NC

Charleston, SC

Greenville, SC

Columbia, SC

Orlando Lake Mary, FL

San Antonio, TX

ADN Curriculum

We develop effective nursing professionals through training and practical experience.

Foundational Nursing

ADN graduates deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care through teamwork and cultural competence.

Medical Certification

ECPI University helps prepare ADN graduates to pass the NCLEX-RN and become licensed registered nurses.

Acute Nursing

ADN students learn to care for critically ill patients through medical-surgical, critical care, and emergency nursing training.

Leadership in Nursing

ADN students develop leadership skills to manage healthcare teams and improve patient care.

Program Requirements

To receive the Associate Degree in Nursing, students must earn a minimum of 71 credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 5 semesters, 18 months, or 75 weeks of instruction. Program requirements vary by state, in accordance with State Boards of Nursing. The program requirements are as follows: