Nursing Pathways
The table shows an at-a-glance view of Central Piedmont’s offerings in this field. Find the option that matches your timeline, goals and interests, then select the pathway title to learn more.
| Student Goals | Education Prerequisite | Campus | Timeline to Completion | Learning Format | |
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| Christa A. Overcash Associate Degree in Nursing | Associate in Applied Science | Some College or Degree | Central Campus | Two Years | On-Campus |
| Associate Degree in Nursing: Accelerated Option | Associate in Applied Science | Some College or Degree | Central Campus, Online | Fourteen to fifteen months | Hybrid |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) | Associate in Applied Science | Some College or Degree | Central Campus | One year | Hybrid |
| Dickson Practical Nursing | Diploma | High School Diploma or Equivalent | Central Campus, Online | One year | Hybrid |
| Healthcare - Short-Term Training Courses | Short-Term Training or Professional Certificate | Multiple | 16 weeks or less | Online | |
| Dual Enrollment | Certificate | No Requirement | Multiple | Two or More Academic Years | Hybrid |
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Christa A. Overcash Associate Degree in Nursing
Student Goals: Associate DegreeEducation Prerequisite: Some College or DegreeCampus: Central CampusTimeline to Completion: Two YearsLearning Format: On-Campus
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Associate Degree in Nursing: Accelerated Option
Student Goals: Associate DegreeEducation Prerequisite: Some College or DegreeCampus: Central Campus, OnlineTimeline to Completion: Fourteen to fifteen monthsLearning Format: Hybrid
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Student Goals: Associate DegreeEducation Prerequisite: Some College or DegreeCampus: Central CampusTimeline to Completion: One yearLearning Format: Hybrid
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Dickson Practical Nursing
Student Goals: DiplomaEducation Prerequisite: High School Diploma or EquivalentCampus: Central Campus, OnlineTimeline to Completion: One yearLearning Format: Hybrid
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Healthcare - Short-Term Training Courses
Student Goals: Short-Term Training or Professional CertificateEducation Prerequisite:Campus: MultipleTimeline to Completion: 16 weeks or lessLearning Format: Online
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Dual Enrollment
Student Goals:Education Prerequisite: No RequirementCampus: MultipleTimeline to Completion: Two or More Academic YearsLearning Format: Hybrid
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If you're not sure which pathway is right for you, a Navigator can help you decide. Navigators are your personal guides to Central Piedmont. They support you every step of the way – from your first question to finding your program, submitting your application and beyond.
