RN who graduated from Concorde Career College

klone, MSN, RN · Jun 7, 2014

Concorde Career College IS NOT ACCREDITED BY NLNAC OR CCNE (or whatever they changed their name to). Repeat, their nursing program IS NOT ACCREDITED.

SC_RNDude · Jun 18, 2014

Traceycakes said:
I'm so surprised at how upset people are about a program they obviously know nothing about.
While changing careers, I chose Concorde Career College for my nursing degree. I already earned a business degree from a reputable four year college, so I was skeptical about the program because it seemed too good to be true.
I did my research and compared it to other schools and based on my age, life situation and wait list of the local nursing programs, I chose the RN program at CONCORDE.
It was a GREAT decision. Accelerated is an understatement when referring to the program. 15 months includes prerequisite, core classes, and clinicals. ... And it was intense, but worth every intense class, test, etc.
The school is ACCREDITED .... my license (in multiple States) is every bit as valid as any other nurse. I work at a Trauma One /Magnet Hospital in a leadership role. I am currently in A BSN program and had NO difficulty getting into a program, neither did my classmates. In fact, one of my classmates is now completing a NP program.
No, I don't work for them. ... But I recommend CONCORDE rn constantly.
It is not suggested to work during the program, and the cost is more expensive than community colleges. ... But the amount of time saved from taking prerequisites, and waiting on a wait list for years (in some occasions)..... you could've already been Licensed and made the financial difference and MUCH more as an employed RN.
Open your eyes people. There's many ways to skin a cat. Do your own research. And watch out for some people who have such strong opinions about something they know NOTHING about. . They can surely steer you down the wrong path.
I understand this post is very old, but I couldn't ignore and share my great experience for the other people that are still searching online for guidance to make a decision one day.
Good luck to any/all future nurses out there. Everyone's path is not the same. Do your research. Follow your goals. Don't let the short sided opinions of most people around you keep you from your goal.

Another fake post=another big red flag.

HealingGoddezz · Jul 14, 2014

So the original person that posted this is in Denver not Texas so idk how the Texas info is relevant. But what is required to be a licensed RN is that its accredited by your state board of nursing...which this school is for the RN program. I have yet to see a non traditional school get recognized by ccne or the other accrediting agency but that does not prevent you from working at all. Unless you are trying to get a high position right out of school which you wouldn't get with an ADN anyway, most places that hire are only looking at your grades and that you're licensed.

Its totally your decision but do your own research and ask about experience... The other stuff can be found on your local state board website.

klone, MSN, RN · Jul 14, 2014

There are many non-traditional schools that are either ACEN or NLNAC accredited. For instance, WGU. Many job listings state that you must have a "BSN from an accredited institution" and the vast majority of graduate programs require the same.

With all the ACCREDITED programs out there that don't cost $80,000 to attend, I think anyone who chooses Concorde for their RN/BSN is incredibly foolish. Buyer beware.

scaredsilly, BSN, RN · Aug 16, 2014

Check with the BON in your state before starting any program. In Colorado, Concorde is NOT accredited. In some states it may be.

Chrystal3014 · Aug 24, 2014

If you don't mind the drive, try Morgan Community College. They are nationally accredited and it is a little over 2 years start to finish for ADN. That's where I went and from experience taking my NCLEX after completing their program was cake!! Our class had a 98% pass on NCLEX, and trust me that's something you need to look into when picking a school. Sure you can pass the program but if you can't pass the NCLEX what's the point! I know others who went to other colleges, got a 4.0 GPA and they still couldn't pass the NCLEX. From our class only 4 of us were local, the other 12 were from the front range. Worth the drive.

klone, MSN, RN · Aug 24, 2014

Just out of curiosity, I was looking at NCLEX pass rates for Colorado schools - Pikes Peak Community College has had a 100% pass rate for three years in a row! And it wasn't just a few people, either - over 200 students!

kirsten4 · Feb 8, 2015

I've read a lot about Concorde Career College in Texas not good at all.Does anyone know about the lpn program in Denver?Students wrote bad reviews about Texas.Thanks

klone, MSN, RN · Feb 8, 2015

Don't do it. A, it does not have NURSING program accreditation, so it will be very hard to matriculate into an Associate's degree program. B, it costs about $25,000. For an LPN program. Go to a community college and pay $5000 (if even that).

Stellarnurse718 · Jul 30, 2015

I don't think there program is $80,000. But by all means I'm sure your the expert on nursing programs

Diana009 · Nov 13, 2015

If I have the general education classes done Anatomy, Micro, Chem ect. Does that mean the nursing program asn is less than the 18 months meaning each general Ed takes a month off? Just curious.

Ablong94 · Dec 16, 2015

The program is so "short" because those 15 months are strictly the nursing portion. Your prerequisites are not part of this. From what I understand, those are completed before you actually start the program of your choice. And the nursing portion is 15 months because of the amount of hours you are in school. Mon-Fri several hours.