About
The LPN to ADN Option provides qualified licensed practical nurses (LPN) the opportunity for advanced placement into the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program. The ADN program prepares graduates to function as competent nurses who are caring and sensitive to diversity, use critical thinking and technology to provide care in structured settings for patients and their families/significant others. Throughout the program, the student has planned clinical experiences to complement classroom learning and to enhance skills in the application of nursing principles and associated technology. The scheduling of clinical experiences varies throughout the nursing program.
The Associate Degree Nursing program at Central Carolina Technical College at the Health Sciences Center located in Sumter, South Carolina is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in NurThe Associate Degree Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, (404)975-5000 www.acenursing.org. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree Nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
The ADN program prepares graduates to apply to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and is approved by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (LLR) Board of Nursing, 110 Centerview Drive, Columbia, SC 29210, (803)896-4300, https://llr.sc.gov/nurse.
Organization
Central Carolina Technical College
Central Carolina Technical College
Central Carolina Technical College is a public two-year higher education institution located in Sumter, SC, offering over 50 diverse programs, including associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates, with both traditional and online course options. The college supports smooth transfer pathways to four-year institutions through cooperative agreements. With a favorable 15:1 student-faculty ratio, it fosters a supportive learning environment where students save an average of $30,000 compared to other institutions. The college is committed to student success through dedicated staff and is recognized for faculty excellence, ensuring a quality and affordable education.
Highlights:
- Offers over 50 programs with cooperative agreements for smooth transfer to four-year colleges
- Fosters a positive and supportive learning environment
- Provides a unique hybrid Phlebotomy Technician program with no training fee
- Prepares students for National Healthcare Association certification
- Institutionally accredited by SACSCOC, ensuring quality education and workforce readiness