NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has recognized the achievements of its second Accelerated Nursing Program cohort, honoring the Class of 2025 during a pinning ceremony held on August 15 at the Technology Center on the North East Campus.
The 13-month accelerated program provides a condensed pathway for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree, or significant academic credits, enabling them to pursue licensure as Registered Nurses (RNs). Graduates of this year’s class earned an Associate of Science in Nursing, making them eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), which qualifies them for licensure in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.
Addressing a Workforce Need
The program was established in response to the nationwide nursing shortage, with the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration estimating a gap of more than 78,000 full-time RNs by 2026. By offering a streamlined curriculum, Cecil College seeks to prepare students to enter the workforce quickly while maintaining rigorous professional standards.
“Our nursing graduates continue to distinguish our program with their accomplishments as clinicians and educators and through contributions to nursing research. We are honored to educate and train future nurses for our community,” said Dr. Nancy Norman-Marzella, Dean of Health, Human and Business Sciences.
Recognized Graduates
The following students were honored during the ceremony:
- Kayla Baker
- Delanie Day
- Kyra Gaskill
- Alexandra Keville
- Gwen Knight
- Sophine Niles
- Jennifer Popo
- Madison Ross
- Emily Shallow
Program Design and Accreditation
The curriculum blends online instruction—both synchronous and asynchronous—with hands-on lab and clinical experiences. Students entering the program typically fulfill most of the 34-credit general education requirement through prior coursework, allowing them to focus exclusively on their nursing studies.
Cecil College’s nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON).
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