Notably, the Orlando campus introduces Rasmussen University’s Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) program to the Orlando market for the first time, alongside the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Professional Nursing Associate’s degree (ADN) programs. Enrollment is now underway, with classes beginning in April.
“Rasmussen has proudly served Central Florida since 2007. This new campus reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting student success while addressing the region’s critical healthcare needs,” said Mark Arnold, president of Rasmussen University. “With the healthcare industry facing significant staffing challenges—particularly in nursing—expanding our presence in Orlando and introducing an LPN program allows us to create new entry points into the nursing profession and strengthen the local healthcare workforce.”
Purpose-built to support hands-on learning, the two-story Orlando campus features well-equipped nursing skills and simulation labs, collaborative classrooms, and dedicated spaces for faculty and student engagement. These learning environments incorporate modern technology and realistic clinical tools to help prepare students for success in today’s healthcare settings.
“We are thrilled to officially open our Orlando campus and welcome students from across Orange, Osceola, and surrounding counties,” said Cherokee Pineda, campus executive director, Rasmussen University—Orlando. “Alongside our North Orlando and Ocala campuses, this new location strengthens our ability to serve Central Florida students and supports the region’s growing demand for well-prepared nursing professionals.”
About the Rasmussen University Nursing Programs
Rasmussen University offers a full nursing education ladder, providing multiple entry points and pathways for students at different stages of their careers. Programs available at the new Orlando campus as satellite offerings of Rasmussen University’s Ocala Practical Nursing (LPN), Professional Nursing (ADN), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs include:
- Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN): Designed for students seeking entry into the nursing profession, this program prepares students for the NCLEX-PN® licensing exam and licensure as licensed practical nurses (LPNs), with opportunities to bridge into the ADN or BSN program for career advancement.
- ACEN-accredited1 Professional Nursing Associate’s Degree (ADN): Designed for students seeking to enter the nursing profession and become registered nurses.
- CCNE-accredited2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): For students pursuing bachelor’s-level preparation in nursing, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and career readiness.
Rasmussen University is a national leader in prelicensure nursing education, offering programs that range from LPN to ADN and BSN degrees, as well as graduate-level Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. Students learn from experienced faculty, train in modern simulation centers, and gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations with healthcare partners.
To learn more about Rasmussen University’s nursing programs, visit www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/nursing.
To learn more about the new Rasmussen University Orlando campus, visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/locations/florida/orlando/.
1The associate nursing program at Rasmussen University at the Ocala campus (with an off-campus instructional site in North Orlando and Orlando) located in Ocala, Florida, is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
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The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs.
2The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Rasmussen University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.