About the School
Smith Chason College School of Nursing
Our School of Nursing offers a learning environment that prepares our graduates for entry-level nursing careers. Our degree program is committed to shaping the future of healthcare by providing Smith Chason's standards of excellence and expertise.
Smith Chason offers an Associate program for students ready to start their nursing profession.
Associate Degree Program
Associate Degree in NursingWe emphasize hands-on clinical experience along with theoretical education so you can excel in your field.
Our programs match the Smith Chason standards of excellence and expertise and use industry-standard technology and protocols available.
Find Your ProgramNurses make up the largest segment of the healthcare workforce
Nurses interact with more patients than any other profession in healthcare. Nursing shortage is a global issue that is impacting the U.S. in an unprecedented manner. The shortage of registered nurses is the number one concern of health system leaders around our region and nationally.
Immersive Learning
Environments
Experience Real-world Scenarios to prepare for clinicals and the profession with Adult and Child Mannequins, Human Anatomy Models, and industry-standard Medical Equipment in our Nursing Skills and Simulation Labs designed to look and feel like real hospital setting.
Board of Nursing & NCLEX Prep
Our Los Angeles ADN program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (California BRN).
In addition, we understand the importance of completing your education by earning your certifications to become a registered nurse (RN). Smith Chason College has a complete all-inclusive partnership with ATI, a nationally recognized product that has been proven to increase NCLEX pass rates. Every student completes a rigorous ATI-prep curriculum throughout their program to help them prepare to take the NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN exam after graduation.
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FAQ: 2026 Los Angeles Campus Commencement Ceremony
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What Is Ultrasound Technology?
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