Associate Degree Nursing
Program Overview
Requirements
- Minimum GPA: ADN and LPN to ADN: 2.5 cumulative college GPA or 2.8 unweighted high school GPA
- Required High School/College Courses (with grade C or higher): Algebra, Biology (with lab), and Chemistry (with lab)
- Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS): Must score at the Proficient level or higher
- Completion or enrollment in a state-approved Nurse Aide I course
How Do I Get Started?
If you are a new student, complete your admissions steps for the college.
All Health Science applicants must attend a mandatory information session. Check dates and times for available sessions.
The application to your program will be provided once you have attended a session.
Print and review the most recent admissions policy. This is your guide to successfully navigating entry into and completion of your program.
Accreditation
The Associate Degree Nursing program at Johnston Community College, located in Smithfield,
NC, is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE,
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for
the Associate Degree nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
| Year | Number of Graduates | NCLEX-RN Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33 | 100% |
| 2023 | 35 | 97% |
| 2022 | 38 | 100% |
| ACEN 100% On-Time Completion | Job Placement at Time of Graduation | Job Placement within 6 months of Graduation |
|---|---|---|
| 48% | 100% | 100% |
| 53.5% (100% Rule) | 91% (32/35) | 100% |
| 63% (150% Rule) | 92.1% (35/38) | 100% |
Johnston Community College ADN Program 3-year Average 2021-2023: 92.3%
2023 NCSBN National Average NCLEX-RN for all first time test takers - US Educated: 88.56%
2023 North Carolina Average (95% of National Avg.; NCBON Requirement): 84%
The Associate Degree Nursing program at Johnston Community College, located in Smithfield, NC, has Full Approval status from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Pathway to Advanced Nursing Degrees
An Associate Degree in Nursing can be a stepping stone to higher education. Many graduates choose to continue their studies and pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or even a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for greater career advancement. You can advance your degree with the pathway to Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses (RIBN) from Eastern Carolina University.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Learn more about potential career paths .
Degrees and Pathways
Associate Degree Nursing
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