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Accredited Online Nursing Degree Programs

ONLINE RN-TO-BSN, MSN AND DNP

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Your Nursing Skills. Recognized.

Take advantage of our online and mobile-friendly nursing degree programs as you prepare for the next challenge in your career. CTU offers Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN), Post Graduate APRN Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner (PGC), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs which are built on prior foundational nursing knowledge and designed to provide you with the necessary tools to deliver evidence-based care and drive change at the bedside and beyond.

A rapidly changing healthcare system relies on nurses who can effectively lead change and advocate for improvements in patient care.

College Of Nursing Mission Statement:

Through an innovative curriculum and student-centered teaching, the nursing faculty teaches, supports, and inspires students to become competent, caring, and accountable professionals who serve a diverse client population within a dynamic health care environment.

Online RN-BSN

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  • Students already licensed as registered nurses can earn their RN-BSN in Nursing
  • Designed to make the most of your prior nursing education, certification, and experience
  • Complete clinical experiences in your own community
  • The program starts 9 times a year!
CCNE Accredited The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program at Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

Online MSN - Nursing Administration Or Nursing Education

Master of Science in Nursing degree with a concentration in Nursing Administration or Nursing Education.

  • Online nursing degree starting at $17,760
  • Ranked among the Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs*
  • Complete your practicums in your community (where applicable)
CCNE Accredited The Master of Science in Nursing degree program at Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

* CTU programs are ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Programs

Online MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner

Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner

  • Meet classmates and faculty members at two weekend labs in Colorado
  • Complete your 630 direct-care clinical hours in your community (if available)
CCNE Accredited The Master of Science in Nursing degree program at Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

Online Post Graduate APRN Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner

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  • Designed to help the MSN prepared nurse prepare to become an advanced practice Family Nurse Practitioner.
  • The program’s 630 direct-care clinical hours are designed to provide the student with the clinical experience needed to develop in their new role and deliver primary care for families.
CCNE Accredited The Post Graduate APRN Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner program at Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

Online Doctor Of Nursing Practice

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  • Build upon the educational competencies of your Master of Science in Nursing degree and earn your terminal, professional degree in nursing*
  • Option to complete your required practicum hours at your workplace
CCNE Accredited The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program at Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

*This program is not a Nurse Practitioner program or a PhD and is designed for students with a current, active, and unencumbered RN license in the US. Applicants must also have a programmatically accredited Master of Science in Nursing degree from a regionally accredited institution.

Nursing Admissions

Admission into Colorado Technical University’s nursing degree programs could help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide the best possible care for your patients.

It’s easy to apply. Response in as few as 48 hours. Apply here.

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.

The out-of pocket cost for a degree program may be reduced based on one or more of the following:

We’re committed to assisting you in developing your financial plan. Inquire here.

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Transfer Credit

There are four ways that nurses can earn college credit toward CTU’s RN-to-BSN program, including:

The out-of pocket cost for a degree program may be reduced based on one or more of the following:

  • Education: If you have an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing, you may be able to transfer-in up to 90 credits toward your BSN.
  • Licensure: You can apply your RN license toward a nursing degree program at CTU and receive 28.5 credits.
  • Certifications: National nursing specialty certifications may transfer in as academic credit. Experiential Learning
  • Portfolios: Experiential Learning Portfolios (ELPs) allow you to leverage your previous professional, personal, and educational experience for up to 16 credits. ELPs are aligned with specific RN-to-BSN courses, essentially allowing you to bypass a particular course that covers skills and knowledge you already have, while still earning the equivalent credits.
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CTU cannot guarantee transfer or other credit will be accepted, please see University Transfer Credit Policy.

Academic Leadership

Leadership & Faculty

  • Rose Nieves, Dean | PhD, ARNP, FNP-c, CNE, RN
  • Kelly White, Executive Program Director | PhD, MSN, BSN
  • Phaedra Walker DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Clinical Coordinator
  • Kim Kiefer DNP, MSN/Ed, RN, CNE, Lead Faculty
  • Donna McHaney DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Lead Faculty
  • Anita Renshler-Brown PhD, FNP-C, Lead Faculty

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Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, Master of Science in Nursing degree, Post Graduate APRN certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner, and Doctor of Nursing Practice degree programs at Colorado Technical University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (http://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation)

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Dean Rose Nieves

Welcome From The Dean

This is an exciting time for nursing education! I am thrilled that Colorado Technical University offers many innovative ways for faculty and students to collaborate as a team while delivering quality, real-world nursing education.

Health care in the 21st century is changing rapidly and nurses are on the front lines of that transformation. Education is crucial in ensuring that nurses have the skills and information they need to lead change and to be effective advocates for patient care. One leading organization, the Institute of Medicine (IOM), is advocating for nurses to practice to the full extent of their education and training, achieve higher levels of education and training along with an improved education system that promotes seamless academic progression, be full partners with physicians and other health professionals in redesigning health care in the U.S and to have improved data collection and information infrastructure to have more effective workforce planning and policy making.1

At CTU, we have created a nursing portfolio in response to the IOM recommendation, our advisory board and nursing industry employers and experts. CTU’s RN to BSN, MSN and DNP programs hold the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation, which affirms that CTU’s nursing curriculum, teaching practices, and program outcomes meet the CCNE’s rigorous standards for quality, effective nursing education. CTU faculty, staff, and I are here to help guide you as you advance your expertise and realize your professional goals. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

CTU faculty, staff, and I are here to help guide you as you advance your expertise and realize your professional goals. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

Dr. Rose Nieves, PhD, FNP-c, MSN CNE, RN
Dean, College of Nursing

1 http://www.nap.edu/catalog/12956/the-future-of-nursing-leading-change-advancing-health

Award-Winning Nursing Education

CTU is proud to be a member of Sigma, Honor Society of Nursing (Alpha Alpha Epsilon chapter). This honor society supports the learning, knowledge, and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in healthcare.

CTU was recognized by Benchworks by Elentra, previously known as Skyfactor Benchworks, as one of the first recipients of the Assessment and Impact Award for Nursing Education. The award was created to highlight schools of nursing that are successfully using data to improve their programs, helping to retain students and developing more practice-ready nursing professionals. Read More.

Articles On Nursing Careers

A nursing degree may open the door to a variety of opportunities and diverse career paths. The degree programs offered at CTU will not necessarily lead to the featured careers. This collection of articles is intended to help inform and guide you through the process of determining which level of degree and types of certifications align with your desired career path.

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