Rasmussen University - Rockford campus

Rasmussen University’s Medical Assisting program at the Rockford campus in Rockford, Illinois, awards a diploma and prepares students for the Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification exams. The program develops direct patient care and office administrative skills, including injections, blood draws, electrocardiogram testing, laboratory procedures, electronic medical records, and patient scheduling. It combines live online or flexible lectures with online tutorials, on-campus laboratory work, virtual simulation labs, and an off-campus experiential externship. The primary pathway can be completed in as few as 12 months. The program is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools at select campuses.

At a glance

• Format: Hybrid
• Next start: October 05, 2026; January 04, 2027
• Leads to: Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification exams

Rasmussen University - Rockford campus offers an Online RN to BSN leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The program is CCNE-accredited and is delivered fully online with one project-based practicum. Licensed RNs can complete the RN to BSN program in 12 months for under $11,500, transferring nearly 75% of the program's credit requirements (up to 134 credits) and may receive a waiver of up to 28 general education credits if actively working. The curriculum includes nine nursing courses totaling 46 nursing credit hours, a 6-credit RN-BSN Capstone, and a practicum typically requiring around 25–35 hours. Next Start Date November 12, 2026.