Larimer Campus Nursing Department
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Department Chair/Registered Nursing Program Director
Practical Nursing Program Director
Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving health care delivery system. Clinical experiences include state-of-the-art acute care centers such as Poudre Valley Hospital, McKee Medical Center, North Colorado Medical Center and Medical Center of the Rockies—as well as diverse settings in long-term care, home health and community agencies.
Nursing Program Mission & Philosophy
The FRCC mission states, “At Front Range Community College we enrich lives through learning.” The mission of Front Range Community College, Department of Nursing is to provide excellent education that prepares the learner to become a member of the nursing profession, meeting the needs of diverse populations.
The profession of nursing encompasses both science and art. Academic knowledge gained from the evidence-based biological, social, and behavioral sciences provides the foundation, while clinical experience supports skill development and critical thinking. The art of nursing is committed to holistic person-centered care, accepting legal, ethical, and moral responsibility inherent to the profession. Collaborative nursing education balances both art and science of the profession providing a strong academic foundation and meaningful opportunities to develop safe, quality, and effective nurses to care for our community across the lifespan.
Larimer Campus Nursing Programs
Registered Nursing Degree (RN)
The Registered Nursing Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree consists of 71.5 credits (29 general education credits and 42.5 nursing credits). Upon completion, students will receive an AAS in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination, NCLEX®RN exam. View the Registered Nursing Curriculum.
And according to RegisteredNursing.org, our Larimer Campus Registered Nursing program is the best in the state.
RN Admissions Requirements
The Registered Nursing Admission Process page details each step prospective students must take in order to apply to the RN program.
Watch the Registered Nursing Admissions Video. This video outlines steps to apply to the Larimer Campus RN program.
RN Student Resources
BSN Dual Enrollment
FRCC Larimer Campus Registered Nursing students are encouraged to work toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) during the time they are enrolled in the FRCC's Registered Nursing A.A.S. program. Students may choose FRCC's RN-to-BSN Completion Program or any other RN-to-BSN program.
RN Program Accreditation
The Associate in Nursing Program at Front Range Community College, at the Larimer Campus located in Fort Collins, 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 registered nursing program is Continuing Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
RN Program Outcomes
2022 Program Outcomes
Our accredited nursing program serves students in Fort Collins and Larimer County. The combination of rigorous class work, relevant clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty positions you for success in your future career.
| NCLEX Pass Rate | 100% National Mean: 85% |
| Student Satisfaction | 85% |
| Program Completion | 95% |
Practical Nursing Certificate (PN)
This program consists of 43 credits (7 prerequisite credits and 36 practical nursing credits) taken over 3 semesters. Upon completion, students will earn a certificate and are eligible to take the PN Licensure Examination, NCLEX®PN. View the Practical Nursing Curriculum.
PN Admission Requirements
This page details each step prospective students must take in order to apply to the PN program. PN Student Resources
Practical Nursing Admission Process
PN Student Resources
PN Program Outcomes
2021 Program Outcomes
Our accredited nursing program serves students in Fort Collins and Larimer County. The combination of rigorous class work, relevant clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty positions you for success in your future career.
| NCLEX Pass Rate | 100% |
| Graduates Employed | 100% |
| Program Completion | 80% |
PN Program Accreditation
The Practical Nursing Program at Front Range Community College, at the Larimer campus located in Fort Collins, CO 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 practical nursing program is Initial Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
Questions?
Advising
Department Chair/Registered Nursing Program Director
Practical Nursing Program Director