Next Start: Jan. 4, 2027
Graduates are eligible to sit for their registered nursing exam
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Start Your Nursing Career in Nashville, Tennessee
Hands-On Nursing Education in One of America’s Leading Healthcare Cities
If you’re looking for a nursing program in Nashville that combines classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences, and supervised clinical education, Casa Loma College’s Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) program can help prepare you for a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse.
Located in one of the nation’s most recognized healthcare markets, the Nashville campus provides students with the opportunity to learn in a city that is home to world-renowned hospitals, healthcare systems, and healthcare companies. Throughout the program, students develop the knowledge, clinical judgment, and patient-centered skills needed to prepare for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and begin a career serving patients across Tennessee and beyond.
Whether you’re beginning your first career in healthcare or changing professions, Casa Loma College’s nursing program provides a supportive learning environment designed to help you become a confident nursing professional.
Graduates who successfully complete the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination.
Associate Degree Nursing Program at a Glance
| Campus | Nashville, Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Degree Awarded | Associate of Applied Science in Nursing |
| Program Length | Approximately 22 months |
| Program Format | Classroom instruction, nursing laboratories, simulation, and clinical education |
| Career Path | Registered Nurse (RN) |
| Licensure Preparation | Prepares graduates to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination |
| Financial Aid | Available for those who qualify |
| Next Start Date | Jan. 4, 2027 |
Why Choose Casa Loma College for Nursing in Nashville?
Nashville is often called the healthcare capital of the United States for good reason.
The city is home to hundreds of healthcare companies, nationally recognized hospital systems, specialty care providers, research organizations, and healthcare innovators. That creates an environment where students can learn in the heart of one of the country’s most dynamic healthcare communities.
At Casa Loma College, students benefit from a nursing education that emphasizes both academic excellence and practical experience.
Our goal is to prepare graduates who can think critically, communicate compassionately, and provide safe, evidence-based care in today’s complex healthcare environments.
Students choose the Nashville campus because they appreciate:
- An accelerated 22-month pathway to becoming an RN
- Small, supportive learning environment
- Hands-on laboratory instruction
- Clinical education in healthcare settings
- Faculty committed to student success
- Convenient location serving students throughout Middle Tennessee
Welcome from the Director of Nursing
At Casa Loma College, we are dedicated to preparing future nurses through a rigorous academic curriculum, hands-on clinical training, and a supportive learning environment. Our faculty members are experienced healthcare professionals who are passionate about mentoring students and helping them develop the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and clinical competence needed to thrive in today’s dynamic healthcare settings.
We understand that entering a nursing program is both exciting and challenging. Our commitment is to provide you with the resources, guidance, and encouragement necessary to support your success. We believe that every student brings unique strengths and experiences to the learning environment, and we strive to foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence.
Thank you for your interest in the Casa Loma College AASN Program. We are honored that you are considering us as a partner in your nursing education. We look forward to the possibility of helping you achieve your goals and welcoming you into the nursing profession.
Why Become a Nurse in Nashville?
Healthcare touches nearly every community across Tennessee, and Nashville sits at the center of that industry.
As one of the country’s largest healthcare hubs, Nashville offers nurses opportunities to work in:
- Major academic medical centers
- Community hospitals
- Specialty hospitals
- Surgical centers
- Behavioral health facilities
- Rehabilitation centers
- Long-term care facilities
- Home healthcare organizations
- Public health agencies
Because healthcare is such an important part of Nashville’s economy, Registered Nurses continue to play a vital role in caring for patients of all ages and backgrounds.
For students entering the profession, this creates an exciting environment in which to learn, grow, and begin a meaningful healthcare career.
Program Overview
Casa Loma College’s Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program prepares students for entry-level nursing practice through a combination of classroom instruction, nursing laboratories, simulation experiences, and supervised clinical education.
The curriculum is carefully sequenced so students progressively develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors expected of Registered Nurses.
Students learn how to assess patients, develop nursing care plans, communicate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, administer medications safely, and provide evidence-based patient care throughout the lifespan.
Graduates are prepared to pursue licensure and begin careers serving patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
What Makes This Program Different?
Nursing requires much more than technical knowledge. Successful nurses must also demonstrate compassion, critical thinking, communication, professionalism, and adaptability.
Throughout the program, students learn how to:
- Deliver safe, patient-centered care
- Communicate effectively with patients and families
- Work collaboratively within healthcare teams
- Make sound clinical decisions
- Apply evidence-based nursing practice
- Continue growing professionally throughout their careers
This combination of technical education and professional development helps prepare graduates for success both on the NCLEX-RN examination and in real-world nursing practice.
What You’ll Learn
The AASN program combines academic instruction, laboratory experiences, simulation activities, and supervised clinical education.
The curriculum includes instruction in:
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Adult Health Nursing
- Maternal-Newborn Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Pharmacology
- Health Assessment
- Community and Population Health
- Professional Nursing Practice
- Evidence-Based Nursing
- Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
- Healthcare Ethics
As students advance through the curriculum, they learn to integrate classroom knowledge with clinical decision-making while providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Graduate Learning Outcomes
Graduates are expected to:
- Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care
- Use critical thinking to solve clinical problems
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Demonstrate professionalism and ethical practice
- Promote health across diverse patient populations
- Adapt to changing healthcare environments and technologies
Gain Real-World Experience Through Clinical Education
Throughout the program, students participate in supervised clinical experiences where they apply classroom learning while caring for patients under the guidance of experienced nursing faculty and healthcare professionals.
Clinical education helps students develop confidence in:
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Nursing care planning
- Therapeutic communication
- Team-based healthcare
- Critical thinking
- Professional responsibility
These experiences help students understand the day-to-day responsibilities of Registered Nurses before entering the profession.
Clinical Placement Opportunities
- Vanderbilt
- TriStar Health
- Ascension St. Thomas
- Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health
- Maxim Healthcare
- Nashville General Hospital
- Williamson County Hospital
Develop Skills for Collaborative Nursing Care
Throughout the program, students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professional confidence needed to care for patients across the lifespan.
Students also learn to work collaboratively with physicians, therapists, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while contributing to safe, coordinated patient care.
Nursing Career Outlook in Tennessee
Healthcare remains one of Tennessee’s largest industries, and the need for qualified Registered Nurses continues to grow.
According to O*NET, employment for Registered Nurses in Tennessee is projected to grow approximately 5% through 2034, creating 3,600 jobs per year across hospitals, physician practices, specialty clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health organizations.
Healthcare employers continue seeking nurses who can:
- Deliver safe, compassionate patient care
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Adapt to evolving healthcare technology
- Apply evidence-based nursing practices
- Support patients and families through every stage of care
As Tennessee’s healthcare industry continues to expand, nurses remain among the state’s most essential healthcare professionals.
Accreditation Matters
Choosing an accredited nursing program is one of the most important decisions prospective students can make.
Accreditation demonstrates that a program meets established educational standards and undergoes ongoing evaluation for quality and continuous improvement.
Institutional Accreditation
Casa Loma College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) an institutional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Nursing Program Accreditation
Casa Loma College Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Program has been granted Candidate Status by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This achievement represents a mark of academic distinction, signifying that the program has demonstrated its commitment to excellence in nursing education and its potential to meet rigorous national standards.
This status indicates that, based on the review of the program’s Candidacy Presentation, the nursing program has shown compliance or the potential to comply with selected ACEN Standards and Criteria within two years of notification.
For Nashville AASN Students
ACEN Candidacy Statement
Effective October 2, 2025, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires in Spring 2028.
ACEN Contact Information:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs?status=Candidate
Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.
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