Charlotte
Nursing ABSN
Program Overview
Full time for 16 months • Cohort Model • Scholarships Available
Upcoming Start Dates: Spring 2026 (January 5, 2026) and Fall 2026 (August 24, 2026)
Dedicated to Patient-Centered Care
JWU Charlotte’s cohort-based accelerated Nursing bachelor of science (ABSN) degree program is tailored for career changers looking to make a difference in Mecklenburg County and beyond.
The 4-semester curriculum balances classroom learning (hybrid in the last two semesters) with clinical experiences across a range of practice settings, from large hospitals to smaller clinics and outpatient units. The clinical sequence begins with Foundations of Nursing Practice and advances to Care of the Adult I and Mental Health Nursing. The final practicum course, Care of the Adult II, marks the transition of practice from nursing student to novice professional nurse.
Becoming a nurse is about more than knowing how to take blood pressure readings or conduct intake interviews. JWU’s program is structured to help students develop their critical thinking skills, clinical judgment and leadership — crucial traits for delivering patient-centered healthcare.
“Each semester in the ABSN program classroom content is aligned with clinical experiences. We incorporate simulation experiences to enhance students’ confidence and knowledge in patient care,” notes Associate Professor Dana Mangum.
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Pairing Coursework and Clinicals
JWU Charlotte’s Simulation Lab is a space to learn and practice the methods to deliver safe and efficient patient care. The next step is participating in clinical practicum opportunities. JWU’s program offers a sequence of 7 course-and-clinical pairings to build real-world skills.
Clinical placements take place at a range of organizations, from large hospital systems like Atrium Health or Novant to smaller outpatient or inpatient clinics.
For the traditional basic clinical cohort, a maximum of 8 students are assigned to a clinical site, which they go to at the same time each week. They are overseen by a clinical instructor, who makes sure they provide safe care and perform work within their scope of practice. Working with the nurses on the unit, students perform some tasks on their own, such as assessing patients and providing basic care.
Visit Opportunities“I chose nursing because a lot of family members had critical illnesses and the care they received was poor. I knew I wanted to be a changemaker in the realm of healthcare.” OLIVIA HARRIS '25
Why JWU’s Program Is Effective
Charlotte Nursing faculty share what makes JWU’s program effective and uniquely supportive.
Associate Professor
Our faculty are invested in each student’s success, tailoring guidance to their learning style and helping them become outstanding nurses. We nurture and mentor the future generation of nurses with a focus on individualized attention.
Associate Professor and Clinical Coordinator
Students begin their hands-on training in our Simulation Lab and quickly transition to real-world clinical environments. This approach helps students connect theoretical knowledge with practical application, providing a comprehensive understanding of the profession.
Assistant Professor and Simulation Lab Manager
JWU boasts a unique and diverse faculty with extensive nursing and BSN-level teaching experience. Students are assigned a faculty mentor for personalized guidance throughout the program. This personal interaction ensures that students are more than just numbers to us.
Apply to JWU’s Nursing Program
Applications are now open for Providence and Charlotte. To apply:
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Charlotte
Jessica Manglicmot
ABSN Admissions Counselor for Nursing and Health Sciences
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