Nursing
Nursing
Why Nursing?
Nurses play a critical role at every health facility, taking care of patients while providing advice and emotional support. Colby's commitment to nursing education is helping to grow this essential labor pool. There are a variety of careers in the nursing field, and we invite you to learn more about this exciting journey.
The Colby Nursing Program
CCC has a "1 + 1" program. The first-year students take the practical nursing (PN) curriculum, and the second year they complete the associate degree in nursing (ADN). Please utilize the admissions guidelines when applying.
A career in nursing provides a wide variety of job opportunities and job security. Nurses practice in many settings (hospitals, extended-care facilities, community agencies, clinics, schools) caring for infants, children, adults, or the elderly. Colby Community College offers a Certificate in Practical Nursing, an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing, and an Associate of Arts degree with an emphasis in pre-nursing. Pre-Nursing courses necessary to work toward a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing are also available. Whether you are interested in becoming an LPN, RN, or transferring to a four-year RN program, Colby Community College can meet your needs.
Transition courses are available for Paramedics or RRTs with one year of experience who are looking to become a registered nurse. Transition students are required to complete three transition courses in the summer semester prior to the ADN program, which begins in the fall semester. See transition student requirements in the student catalog or under "forms."
Colby Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities and employment.
The mission of the Department of Nursing is to prepare professional nurses at the practical certificate and associate degree nursing levels by instilling caring, critical thinking, effective nursing judgment, and adaptability in an ever-changing nursing profession. In accordance with the mission of Colby Community College, challenge students to adapt to a diverse society, create opportunities for student growth, and connect student learning with professional experiences.
In addition, these goals are met through the department's core philosophy.
Accrediting Agencies
The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) and Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) programs at Colby Community College are approved
by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN):
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Street, Suite 1051
Topeka, KS 55512-1230
785-296-4929
Ms. Carol Moreland, MSN, RN (Executive Administrator)
ksbn.kansas.gov/
Nationally, CCC has full accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree
Rd NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA, 30326, 404.975.5000, acenursing.org. The next ACEN visit will be in spring 2029.
The Kansas State Board of Nursing requires the following minimum scores:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Reading - 19
Writing - 20
Speaking - 20
Listening - 20
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Reading - 6.5
Writing - 5.5
Speaking - 6.5
Listening - 6.5
Each area must meet the minimum requirements. Students who do not meet these requirements must follow the Colby Community College English Proficiency policy found on the International Students page.
Colby Community College does not have an intensive English language program. All students must provide proof of English Proficiency. International students are also required to take a placement exam to determine which class level they will be placed in, unless ACT or SAT scores have been submitted.
Options to provide proof of English Proficiency:
- DuoLingo English Test
- Minimum score of 75
- The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour for only $49. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample which are shared with Colby Community College when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session.
- International TOEFL score (school code: 6129)
- Internet-based: minimum score of 44
- Computer-based: minimum score of 130
- Paper-based: minimum score of 447
- International English Language Test Standard (IELTS) with a minimum of 5.
* Students from countries with English as their primary language are not required to provide proof of English proficiency.
The test is given on demand at TOEFL testing sites. This test needs to be taken prior to admission to Colby Community College and application to the nursing program. The school code number is 6129.
Policy (PDF)
The background check is to be completed by the student not more than 30 days prior to beginning nursing courses each year. The background check is to be completed online. Information on completing the process for background checks will be provided to the student.
All students will have background checks evaluated by the director of the nursing program according to the exclusionary criteria of the clinical facilities and the state licensing boards.
Failure to comply with the criminal background check disqualifies the student from the nursing program.
A violation found in accordance with Kansas Statute 65-1120 does not necessarily disqualify the student from admission to the nursing program.
There is money available for a college education in the form of scholarships, grants (which are not paid back), and loans. Much of the money available is based on need; however, some scholarships are on need and merit.
It is recommended that studentscontact the Financial Aid Office at Colby Community College to receive specific information regarding grants and loans. To arrange for an appointment with the Financial Aid Office, write (in care of the college) or call 785.460.5497.
Student Rights
Colby Community College complies with the requirements of the Civil Rights Acts of
1964 and all the requirements imposed or pursuant to the regulations of the Department
of Health, Education and Welfare to the end that no personal shall, on the grounds
of race, sex, color or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefit of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity
at Colby Community College.
COVID Vaccinations
Colby Community College does not mandate individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccine for admission into the Nursing program. Some clinical locations do have a COVID-19 vaccine requirement; however, students may qualify for a religious or medical exemption. Additionally, upon request, Colby Community College can attempt to find individuals an alternative clinical site if a location requires a COVID-19 vaccine.
Questions? Contact Us.
Nursing Department
1255 S Range Ave
Colby KS 67701
healthassistant@colbycc.edu
nursing@colby.edu
(785) 460-4797