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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Brooke. I just started the "Upper Division" program at DSN a few weeks ago. So far I'm really happy. A little tired from all the reading, but happy. ha ha There are definitely kinks to be worked...
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    Accredited vs. Non-accredited RN programs

    adventuregirl posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Hi, I'm new to the forum and a soon-to-be (I hope) RN student. I have a BS in Kinesiology and after college ended up working customer service in the outdoor industry. After 4 years of asking myself...
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    Accredited vs. Non-accredited RN programs

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks for the advice and input. I've spoken with the Board of Nursing (to confirm) and yes, I'll be able to sit for the NCLEX-RN once I'm done with the program. I've also learned that there are...
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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Phatlipboardz - thanks so much for your info and concern. I have been contacting numerous people this past week, one of which has been the nursing ed consultant at the CO Board of Nursing. I still...
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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Let's see ... what have I found out about grad schools ... some will only accept coursework from accredited schools, however some will admit you provisionally. There are also grad schools that offer...
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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    No, not as of yet. They have applied through the Commission of Higher Ed and I received email back from the office that is handling it. I'm told it takes 2-4 years to become accredited to grant...
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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    i'm not concerned with getting a job, esp. after passing the nclex. i honestly don't think it will be a problem. also, with dson being a new school, they want to have a good pass rate to look good. i...
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    Denver School of Nursing

    adventuregirl replied to adventuregirl's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Michelle, thanks for the info. DSN states that they've been granted "Phase III Approval" for their program to allow grads to take the NCLEX-RN through the Colorado State Board of Nursing. I would...