Frequently Asked Questions

Not only do we offer flexible, self-paced learning on a 100% online platform, the Nurse Refresher Courses were designed to meet the unique needs of nurses who may not be able to attend courses in person or who would prefer not to commute to a classroom. We offer support and high-quality experiences that you can’t get in a semester-based course. And our rolling admissions mean you can begin as soon as you are ready. Instructors are available to help you successfully reactivate your license and re-join the nursing workforce!

The course is designed to be an independent, self-paced program and allows students to complete the course at their own pace within 9 months. Course logins are active for 9 months from the date course logins are provided.

 The course is designed to be an independent, self-paced program allowing flexibility.  You may request a three-month extension and pay a fee if you need additional time to complete the course.

Students enrolled in our courses range from 0 years- 20+ years out of practice. Nurses who hold inactive, expired, or active licenses are eligible to take the course. If you have any questions regarding the program requirements, please contact our team at Refresher@ColoradoNursingCenter.org.

Full tuition payment is required prior to enrollment. The Center works with regional Workforce Centers and if eligible, students can connect to their county Workforce Center for financial assistance. Not from Colorado? Check with your state's workforce center to see if you qualify!  You may also contact our team at Refesher@ColoradoNursingCenter.org with any questions on the process.

The tuition covers access to our Learning Management System platforms, critical thinking exercises, didactic material, additional resources, and Nurse Refresher Team support for 9 months. Additional costs to students include purchasing a required textbook and costs associated with the clinical prerequisites prior to beginning a clinical practicum.

Our team will support students with finding placement. Students can request help by completing the Clinical Request form which students receive after scheduling the final exam. By completing the form, our team will be able to guide you through the next steps. Students seeking clinical placement outside of Colorado are required to know their Board of Nursing completion requirements. Please contact our team for more information!

Have a facility in mind?

Our team can provide a list of facilities for clinical placement. If the Center does not currently hold an Education Agreement with a specific facility, we will work to create a contract for your rotation. Contact our team with any specific questions.

All students are required to complete 120 clinical hours to receive the course Certificate of Completion. Students have the option to complete all 120 hours via in-person clinicals, or per BON guidance, via a combination of Virtual Simulation (60 hours) and in-person clinicals (60 hours).

Our Nurse Refresher Team hosts options for you to connect with peers and instructors! Access to our discussion board connects you with other students. We hold weekly office hours to support students during Phase I. Join our monthly Open House sessions to engage with peers and staff. We offer students the option to connect by appointment via video conference, phone, or email as needed.

If you fail the final exam and you are interested in retaking the exam, you will need to re-register for the course retake, connect with your instructor to develop a success plan, and pay half the current course tuition.

Our Refresher courses are currently accepted by the Boards of Nursing in Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming, Nevada, and more. If you are interested in our Refresher Courses and would like additional information, please reach out to our team to see if the course qualifies in your state!