School of Nursing Admissions

Serving Aurora, Colorado and all of Denver Metro

The School of Nursing at Platt College prepares our students for the diverse challenges that lie ahead in the nursing field. Our graduates display the highest levels of personal and professional integrity, and they develop the skills required to provide safe, high quality health care to those in need.

Our faculty members seek to equip each nursing student with a strong background of knowledge that will help them handle any situation they may encounter in the healthcare field. We do more than just turn out strong nursing graduates. We also cultivate the desire to be a life-long learner and a passion for the professional nursing practice.

The following information will help guide you through the admissions process. If you have any questions, please call us at 303-369-5151 to speak with an Admissions Coordinator.

The School of Nursing at Platt College in Colorado

SEVEN STEPS FOR ADMISSIONS:

Step 1: Attend an Information Session

Step 2: Submit application and $50.00 non-refundable application fee

Step 3: Pass entrance test (Applicants must schedule and pass the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).  Passing is determined by meeting the School of Nursing program's percentile cut scores in English, math, and reading.  These percentile cut scores are determined annually in January by the Admissions Committee for The School of Nursing or when Assessment Technologies Institute re-norms the TEAS examination or markets a new TEAS examination equivalent.  As of January 1, 2010, the TEAS scores on English, reading, and math must be currently at or above the 40th percentile.)

Step 4: Purchase and complete background check at www.plattcollegecx.com

Step 5: Submit letter of recommendation, essay and official transcripts from ALL other colleges and universities attended

Step 6: Undergo interview process

Step 7: Submit a signed and verifiable Physical Form School of Nursing

AND…once all requested materials have been received by the BSN Administrative Coordinator the Admissions Committee will determine acceptance into our program. If you are accepted you will receive an acceptance letter.

Upon acceptance you will then be in a position to complete the enrollment process.

Note: Don’t forget to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Our FAFSA school number is 03014900.

Enrollment Process: The School of Nursing

Step 1: Schedule appointment to complete the enrollment agreement, meet with the BSN Administrative Coordinator and the Director of Financial Aid.

Step 2: Complete enrollment agreement

Step 3: Submit the following to the BSN Administrative Coordinator:

• Evidence of a completed drug screen – Must request a 10 Panel Drug Screen
• Measles, Mumps, & Rubella – completed MMR series (2 doses) or positive antibody titers
• Tuberculin Skin Test –negative PPD /or/ negative Chest X-Ray in compliance with affiliation agreement. This is an ANNUAL shot.
• Diphtheria/Tetanus (Td) -Required every 10 years
• Hepatitis B Completed Series (Series of 3) or Positive Immune Titer (HbsAB) or Declination
• Varicella (Chicken Pox) positive history of chickenpox - proof of varicella by immunization via titer or 2 vaccinations or note from doctor stating history of disease with doctor’s signature and date
• Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers
• Proof of Liability and Malpractice Insurance per the affiliation agreement – Will purchase through the School of Nursing at Platt College
• Evidence of Worker’s Compensation coverage per Colorado Law – Will purchase through the School of Nursing at Platt College
• Provide copy of current Personal Health Insurance
• Provide healthcare certifications or licensures (copies) if applicable
• High School Transcripts (or copy of GED) High School transcript may be unofficial.

Step 4: Meet with the Director of Financial Aid

Please contact us today to schedule your free information session.