Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program

Aurora, CO

Earn your BSN in as Few as 29 Months 

  • Train to join the largest occupation in the hospital setting with Concorde in Aurora.+
  • Practice essential clinical care skills to treat patients across the lifespan.
  • Complete your degree in as few as 29 months  of study.

Aurora Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program Overview

Concorde Career College in Aurora offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (BSN) you can complete in as few as 29 months.  This program combines classroom and lab instruction with clinical experience to prepare you for skilled patient care. After successfully completing this program, you will be prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination – Registered Nurse® (NCLEX-RN®). 

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Dream of becoming a nurse? Get in touch with Concorde in Aurora today to take a tour or hold a virtual interview; and find out if our BSN program is right for you.

  1. **Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for registered nurses 2023-2033 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.

29

Months

6%

National Employment Demand (2023-2033)

120

Credit Hours

300

Lab Hours

750

Clinical Hours

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Curriculum

Nursing Student on Day 1

If you've been looking for a BSN program, look no further.  From the day, you're admitted into Concorde's nursing program you're a nursing student. We can prepare you comprehensively through a combination of classroom theory and hands-on, clinical training in a variety of health care settings. 

Classroom-to-Career Skills Training

To prepare for a vital role in the health care field, Concorde provide knowledge-based training in the following areas:

  • Care of patients with complex illnesses
  • Critical thinking
  • Maternal-child care
  • Care of the pediatric patient
  • Community health

Aurora BSN Program Goal

In congruence with Concorde's general mission statement, the goal of the BSN program is to prepare students for successful employment in the field of nursing through high caliber training with practical, real world experiences along with student centered support.

Aurora BSN Program Purpose

The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is to:

  • Deliver a nursing program which equips the nurse to solve healthcare issues facing local and global populations. 
  • Provide an educational experience that supports evidence-based practice and innovative inquiry. 
  • Shape nursing graduates capable of performing in variable settings while utilizing critical thinking and incorporating healthcare technology in patient care. 
  • Prepare highly competent graduates for leadership positions within the interdisciplinary healthcare team. 
  • Prepare the graduate to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN® examination on the first attempt and become gainfully employed.

300

Lab Hours

Practice On-Campus

Students will complete on-campus labs including simulations and patient care settings. 

750

Clinical Hours

Real-World Application

Taking what you've learned in the classroom and practiced in a lab will culminate with real-world application through health care site rotation(s).

Nursing Program Graduate Student Learning Outcomes  

Upon completion of the program, it is intended that the students will:

  • Utilize critical thinking to synthesize knowledge derived from natural and behavioral sciences, humanities, and the art and science of professional nursing. 
  • Apply the nursing process to develop safe, compassionate, and competent nursing care to patients and families from diverse backgrounds across the lifespan in a variety of healthcare settings. 
  • Utilize acquired knowledge, skills, and attitudes into nursing practice incorporating ethical and legal principles to promote collaborative practice within an interdisciplinary healthcare team. 
  • Integrate theories of nursing care and evidence-based practice when planning care and making clinical judgements appropriate for diverse populations and communities. 
  • Demonstrate accountability as an independent leader using concepts of leadership, inspiring life-long learning, and teamwork in healthcare. 

Nursing Clinical Experience

All nursing students, as a requirement for graduation, must complete in-person hands-on clinical hours. Concorde's clinical coordinator will help secure the necessary site hours for students.  

Note: The Colorado State Board of Nursing may refuse to issue a license to any person who has been found guilty of violating federal or state laws.

Career Outlook

Nurses are Key to a Healthcare System

The nursing field is expected to continue to grow nationally, driven in part by projected growth in the population and aging baby boomer generation. 

Growth is expected for a number of reasons, including and increased emphasis on preventive care; growing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity and demand for healthcare services from aging population. While people live longer, more people will retire, and this will include nursing professionals. 

While the very population that needs nursing care grows, the gap in active nursing professionals will grow. A challenge that will drive additional demand for skilled nursing graduates.

6%

Projected national job demand for Registered Nurses from 2023-2033 

197,200 RNs Projected

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nursing continues to be a fast-growing profession with an anticipated projected national increase of 197,200 job openings from 2023-2033, which is a projected national growth rate of 6%.

Career Paths for Nurses with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN)

BSNs prepare to earn their Registered Nursing licensure, Concorde provides NCLEX prep and includes the exam fee in the program's tuition cost. Once a registered nurse, you may choose to go on to pursue advanced degrees in a variety of specializations like oncology, pediatrics, etc., as well as careers as a nurse practitioner or nurse educator.

Many BSNs, take on academic roles, training future nurses. Others assume health management positions in the insurance and pharmacy sectors. Some BSNs find employment in roles ranging from research to medical device and pharmaceutical sales. 

Address and Hours

Aurora Campus

111 N. Havana Street
Aurora, Colorado 80010

PH: (720) 808-0455
FX: (303) 839-5478

Campus Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Thursday 7 am - 7 pm
  • Friday 7 am - 6 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed
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Financial Aid

As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde participates in several of the U.S. Department of Education's  programs, which are generally available to those who qualify.

Further information and resources for paying for school can be found here: financial aid | scholarship programs

Accreditation

Accreditation and licensure are an important part of an academic institution’s operation. Visit our Accreditations and Licensure page for more details about our accreditations and licensure.

Colorado State Board of Nursing:

The Colorado State Board of Nursing has granted Interim Approval to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Colorado State Board of Nursing: 1560 Broadway, Suite 1350, Denver, CO 80202; 303-894-7800; https://www.colorado.gov/dora/dpo

ACEN: Candidate for Initial Accreditation

Effective May 24, 2024, the baccalaureate nursing program at Concorde Career College at the Aurora campus, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on May 24, 2026.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this candidate program at https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs.

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FAQ

BSN Program FAQ

Frequently asked questions and answers.

6 Questions

The Nursing Program at Concorde can be completed in as few as 20 months.

Call us to find out when the Nursing Program starts at a Concorde campus location near you. Program start dates are also listed in each campus's catalog, which can be found at here.

According to BLS.gov, the nursing job field is expected to grow by 6 percent from 2022-2032. As the health care needs of baby boomers increase, the continuing need for registered nurses is expected to rise.

  1. **Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for registered nurses 2022-2032 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.

Nurses work to save lives every day, making sure that their patients receive the best care. They are well-respected and work in a stable industry. No two days look the same. Different patients call for different challenges to tackle each day. As a nurse, you can also choose to specialize in a particular field based on your interests.
Concorde incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our Nursing Programs.
For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.

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  1. Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

  2. Professional certification is not a requirement for graduation, may not be a requirement for employment nor does it guarantee employment.

  3. Financial aid is available to those who qualify but may not be available for all programs. Concorde does not guarantee financial aid or scholarship awards or amounts.

  4. Clinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

  5. Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

  6. Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, whose length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.