Westminster Nursing Department
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Nursing Program Overview
The profession of nursing encompasses both science and art. Academic knowledge gained from the biological, social, and behavioral sciences provides the foundation, while clinical experience helps to develop skills. The art of nursing is to commit to care competently for others, accepting the legal, ethical, and moral responsibility inherent in the job. The right nursing school appropriately balances the art and science of the profession by providing a strong academic foundation and meaningful opportunities to develop and test your skills.
The Westminster Campus Nursing Department offers a curriculum designed to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving healthcare delivery system. Clinical experiences include acute, home health and community agencies across the Denver metro area.
Admissions
Registered Nursing Degree (RN) Admissions
LPN-ADN Bridge Program Admissions
Nursing Program Mission
Nurses are special people who combine compassion with competence. They are responsible, detail-oriented people who work in a very fast-paced and changing profession. One thing that hasn't changed in recent years is the grave concern over a shortage of nurses. More new jobs are expected to be created for registered nurses than for any other occupation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
At FRCC, our mission is to provide an excellent education that prepares you to become a member of the nursing profession, meeting the needs of diverse populations.
2022 Nursing Program Outcomes
Our accredited nursing program serves students in the Denver metro area. The combination of rigorous class work, relevant clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty positions you for success in your future career.
Nursing Degrees & Certificates
Nursing Associate of Applied Science (RN/ADN)
This program consists of four semesters of nursing courses (42.5 credits) and 29 credits
of general education courses. Upon completion, students will receive an A.A.S. in
Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination, NCLEX®RN
exam.
Registered Nursing Program Information
This program consists of four semesters of nursing courses (42.5 credits) and 29 credits of general education courses. Upon completion, students will receive an A.A.S. in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination, NCLEX®RN exam. See required courses for a Nursing Associate of Applied Science (RN/ADN)
Practical Nurse Exit Option
Practical Nurse Exit Option. Students may complete the first year of the A.A.S. Nursing Program and NUR 169 to receive a certificate, and be eligible to apply to take the Licensed Practical Nurse examination (NCLEX-PN).
Steps to Apply
We highly recommend you meet with the Health Sciences and Wellness Academic Advisor to plan your program of study. Learn more about the nursing program admissions process.
Curriculum
The Westminster Campus Nursing Program curriculum organizing framework describes the concepts, beliefs and philosophy upon which the nursing curriculum is organized and developed.
Student Resources
Dual Enrollment Options
FRCC Westminster Campus ADN students have the option to be dually enrolled in a bachelor degree nursing program (BSN). ADN students may choose FRCC's RN-BSN Completion Program or the three colleges we have dual enrollment agreements with — MSU and UCCS. Use the links below to visit each dual enrollment website.
FRCC RN-to-BSN Completion Program
Registered Nursing Program Accreditation Information
The Associate in Nursing Program at Front Range Community College, at the Westminster Campus located in Westminster, Colorado is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for
the Associate in Nursing Program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
LPN to ADN Bridge Program Information
The LPN to ADN Bridge nursing program is a three semester advanced placement program allowing currently licensed Practical Nurses career mobility to obtain an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing. Upon successful completion of the LPN to ADN Bridge program, students are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN). See required courses and descriptions.
Nurse Aide Program Information
The Nurse Aide certificate qualifies you to take the State Certification Examination to become a CNA. Graduates of our program have a 91 percent pass rate on the state exam. Students interested in the Nurse Aide program must view an informational video to obtain an application packet. Learn more about the Nurse Aide Program admission requirements.
Accreditation
The Associate in Nursing Program at Front Range Community College at the Westminster Campus, located in Westminster, Colorado, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for
the Associate in Nursing Program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.