Mar. 03, 2025
South College Asheville is launching an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program and has received full approval for its Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
For the ASN program, which has earned initial approval by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, students will work to build a strong academic foundation and learn fundamental skills required of a nurse generalist, including the basics of medical care, critical thinking, interpersonal skills and technical competence. Graduates will prepare for and take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) exam after graduation.
The initial approval allows South College to begin admitting a maximum of 120 students annually in the program. The prerequisite courses for the ASN program are scheduled to start in April 2025, and enrollment is now open. Upon completion, graduates may choose to continue their education by pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
In addition, the LPN certificate program has earned full approval by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, which cited an on-site survey completed during the final term of curriculum implementation and a successful NCLEX examination pass rate. LPN students collect and organize healthcare data, coordinate with other nurses and healthcare providers to provide patient care and identify and understand common health problems.
“The initial approval for a new ASN program and full approval of our LPN program underscores our commitment to a top-notch education for two in-demand careers with opportunities for additional advancement,” South College Asheville President Dr. Danielle Kwasnik said. “The healthcare sector in Asheville is growing with an accompanying need for new nursing practitioners. We always focus on adding and excelling at programs that meet local workforce needs.”
South College offers multiple healthcare programs from certificate to doctoral levels across several disciplines, and students who qualify for financial aid have access to a range of programs as do members of the U.S. military, veterans and their families.
For more information about South College Asheville, visit south.edu/location/asheville or call admissions at 828-630-8104.
About South College
South College serves more than 15,000 students and is proud of its more than 17,000 graduates. The institution offers academic programs at multiple levels, including professional certificates and associate, bachelor’s, master’s, educational specialist and doctoral degree programs via campuses in Knoxville and Nashville, Tennessee; Asheville, North Carolina; Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia; Indianapolis, Indiana; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Orlando, Florida; and Dallas, Texas, as well as Online and Competency-Based Education. South College focuses on ensuring high standards and quality educational offerings, maintaining multiple authorizations and accreditations.
South College’s programs span diverse fields such as business, criminal justice, dental hygiene/assisting, diagnostic medical sonography, nursing, occupational therapy, paralegal studies, physical therapy, radiography, respiratory therapy, physician assistant studies, pharmacy and surgical technology. The institution is dedicated to preparing students with the skills and knowledge needed for the professional opportunities ahead of them. For more information, visit south.edu.
