Learn Where You Live

A bold new approach to nursing education

Learn Where You Live will transform nursing education by breaking down barriers to access and addressing the acute shortage of nurses in rural and remote areas of Arizona.

This innovative 12-month accelerated prelicensure nursing program from Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation makes it possible for students to earn their degrees and become registered nurses (RNs) without leaving their communities.

Instead of relocating, students learn where they live, training in partnership with local health care facilities to gain the hands-on clinical experience they need to succeed.

Through this program, students can train where they live, work where they train and serve where they are needed most,
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For students: Become an RN without relocating*

Earn your nursing degree while staying in your community.
Train at local health care facilities, gaining real-world experience.
Graduate prepared to step into a high-demand career as a registered nurse.

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For health care partners: A workforce solution for your community

Partner with ASU to train future nurses locally.
Fill acute nursing shortages with professionals who already know your community and facility.
Invest in a sustainable pipeline of skilled, workforce-ready nurses.

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Backed by ASU’s nationally ranked top 50 nursing program, expert faculty, and a track record of high NCLEX pass rates, Learn Where You Live intends to deliver high-quality education paired with hands-on clinical training.

This innovative approach will build a stronger, more resilient health care workforce that understands and is committed to the unique needs of rural and remote communities.

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Remote learning: Students complete nursing coursework remotely using a dynamic blend of synchronous (ASUSync technology) and asynchronous online modules led by expert ASU faculty.
Local clinical experience: Students participate in immersive, in-person clinical skills sessions, simulations, and hands-on learning at local healthcare organizations and hospitals.
Clinical kits and skill development: Each student receives a clinical kit, which includes instructional videos and opportunities for return demonstrations, allowing them to practice essential skills from home.
Local faculty and mentorship: Clinical preceptors from local health care sites, trained as Clinical Nurse Teachers by Edson faculty, work alongside Edson faculty to guide and support students during their clinical training.
Collaborative partnerships: Local nursing leadership will select the most suitable clinical units for learning, ensuring a tailored and relevant clinical experience for each student.

Stay local: Study and train in your own community while preparing for a rewarding nursing career.
Supportive learning environment: Receive personalized instruction and mentorship from experienced faculty and clinical preceptors.
Real-world experience: Gain hands-on experience in local health care settings, ensuring you are fully prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation.
Immediate workforce integration: You will graduate ready to step into full-time nursing roles with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in any health care setting.

Learn Where You Live

A bold new approach to nursing education

For students: Become an RN without relocating*

For health care partners: A workforce solution for your community

Join us in the future of nursing

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What makes LWYL unique?

Program benefits for students