Nursing Applications for Fall 2026 accepted November 1 through March 1, 2026. For more information email fbisbee@sheridan.edu
Overview
Nurses provide care to patients and are essential members of the health care team. The nursing program at Sheridan College offers an Associate Degree in Nursing and a Certificate in Practical Nursing.
Students receive hands-on training in our advanced, high-tech simulation centers and complete extensive clinical training at healthcare facilities around the region. While enrolled in the nursing program, and through our partnership with the University of Wyoming, students may pursue their Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
Program Outcomes
Why Sheridan College?
- Our Nursing program partners with the University of Wyoming to give you the option of completing a Bachelor’s degree.
- Sheridan College offers rotations to several off-site clinics.
- State-of-the-art Perkins Health Science Center offers an unparalleled learning facility.
Admission Information & Application
Application opens November 1. All nursing application requirements must be received prior to the March 1 deadline for consideration for admission to the program in the fall semester. Late applications will not be accepted.
Nursing program applicants must first be accepted as students at NWCCD. Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the nursing program; application to the nursing program is a separate process.
Advanced Placement/ Transfer Admission Policy
Students may apply for admission as an advanced placement or transfer student into the second or third semester of the program, depending on previous qualifications. For more information about these requirements, please contact the Sheridan College Nursing Department at fbisbee@sheridan.edu or our Gillette location at kbaker.gccd@sheridan.edu
World-Class Facilities
As an Nursing student, you will receive hands-on training in our advanced, high-tech simulation centers and complete extensive clinical training at healthcare facilities around the region.
The Perkins Health Science Center provides a modern learning environment to support multiple learning modalities. The nursing program has designated classroom space with access to current technology. The simulation center and lab features state of the art equipment and manikins to promote hands on experiences and practical application of nursing knowledge.
Our simulation and skills labs provide a dynamic, hands- on environment where nursing students transform knowledge into practice. Featuring high fidelity manikins, advanced medical equipment, and realistic hospital and clinic settings, these labs allow students to practice patient care, critical thinking, and teamwork in a safe, supportive space. Clinical scenarios include maternal child, medical surgical, and emergency care, helping students prepare for the wide range of situations they will encounter in their careers. Guided by experienced faculty, students develop the confidence, competence, and compassion essential for professional nursing practice.
Experience the future of nursing education with cutting-edge VR technology, interactive case studies, and virtual patient scenarios within the Perkins Health Science Building. The Sheridan College Nursing Program uses evidence-based virtual reality simulations to help students master critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and patient care skills in a safe, controlled environment. Students work alongside classmates in collaborative virtual environments where they learn from each other while managing challengin patient cases and ethical dilemmas. VR education provides students with skills training that traditional textbook learning simply can’t provide.
Careers & Industry Outlook
Nursing is a diverse, exciting, and ever-growing field. Sheridan College graduates may pursue career opportunities in these areas of nursing:
| Critical Care |
| Women’s Health |
| Mental Health |
| Pediatrics |
| Occupational Health |
| Leadership |
| Gerontology |
| Home Health |
| Oncology |
| Public Health |
| Advanced Practice |
| Medical/Surgical |
Industry Projections
- Median pay for nurses is over $65,000 per year and job growth is an impressive 19% a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- By 2026, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the U.S. alone will need 438,100 more nurses than were employed in 2016.
Curriculum & Offerings
The Nursing Program is an intense, 2-year course of study. This program allows students to complete an Associate Degree in Nursing, gain RN licensure and employment, and transition seamlessly to the University of Wyoming for completion of a bachelor’s degree. The curriculum is part of the statewide nursing curriculum known as Revolutionizing Nursing Education in Wyoming (ReNEW). ReNEW is designed as a baccalaureate curriculum with an ADN benchmark, allowing students to sit for the NCLEX-RN (licensure exam) at the completion of the fourth semester.
End of Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Provide safe nursing care within the healthcare system.
- Incorporate prior knowledge, current research, and clinical experience in decision-making.
- Demonstrate leadership skills as part of an interprofessional team to promote desired outcomes.
- Use effective communication and advocacy to provide individualized care.
- Practice within the core values, principles, and standards of the nursing profession.
- Utilize the nursing process and a broad knowledge base to maximize health.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Accepted nursing students are eligible for general and private donor nursing scholarships, provided they meet stated criteria.
Accepted students to the nursing program will be notified and offered an opportunity to apply for private donor nursing scholarships each year. General scholarship opportunities must be pursued with the NWCCD Financial Aid Department.
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SC Nursing Faculty
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Tammy Aksamit
Associate Professor Nursing -
Tobie Alsup
Director of Nursing -
Debra Haar
Assistant Professor Nursing -
Katie Hiller
Edward A Whitney Endowed Health Science Chair -
Nancy Hooge
Nursing Faculty -
Josh Keegan
Nursing Professor -
Kori Kosma
Nursing Professor -
Elizabeth Maguire
CNA & Medical Assistant Instructor -
Niki Stenson
Nursing Professor -
Alyssa Wright
Associate Professor Nursing
Tammy Aksamit
Tobie Alsup
Debra Haar
Katie Hiller
Nancy Hooge
Josh Keegan
Kori Kosma
Elizabeth Maguire
Niki Stenson
Alyssa Wright
GC Nursing Faculty
Accreditation
The Associate Degree Nursing Program at Northern Wyoming Community College District located in Sheridan, Wyoming and Gillette, Wyoming is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
Phone: 404-975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision (Spring 2019) made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the NWCCD Associate Degree Nursing Program is Continuing Accreditation.
Wyoming State Board of Nursing
130 Hobbs Avenue, Suite B
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002
Phone: 307-777-7601
NWCCD Nursing Program Outcomes
Summary of Program Outcome Data
| Nursing Program Outcomes | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
| NCLEX-RN Pass Rates | 75% | 90.4% | 89.8% |
| Program Completion | 69.1% | 72.2% | 74.6% |
| Job Placement | 83.3% | 96.2% | 100% |
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
Program Outcomes
Measurable indicators that reflect the extent to which the purposes of the nursing program are achieved and by which nursing program effectiveness is documented.
ACEN Licensure Exam Pass Rate standard:
The most recent annual pass rate OR the mean pass rate for three most recent years must meet at least one of the following based on the total number of test-takers:
- 80% or greater for all first-time test-takers; or
- 80% or greater for all first-time test-takers and repeaters; or
- at or above the national/territorial mean based on the nursing program type.
Licensure Exam Pass Rate
| Annual | Three-year mean | ||
| Graduation Year | All first-time test-takers | Three most recent years | All first-time test-takers |
| 2024 | 89.8% | 2022-2024 | 85.2% |
| 2023 | 90.4% | 2021-2023 | 84.6% |
| 2022 | 75% | 2020-2022 | 81.2% |
ACEN Job Placement Rate standard:
- use appropriate assessment methods to request job placement data from all graduates based on the role for which graduates are prepared;
- establish a specific, measurable expected level of achievement outcome statement for job placement in the role for which graduates are prepared and provide a rationale for the expected level of achievement;
Our nursing program has established an 80% job placement goal for graduates within 6–12 months of program completion. This benchmark is based on historical employment data, regional workforce trends, and our program’s strong partnerships with local healthcare providers. Setting this ELA at 80% reflects our commitment to preparing practice-ready graduates, supporting career success, and maintaining alignment with accreditation expectations set by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Job Placement Rate
| Graduation Year | # of graduates | # of graduates in RN/GN job | % job placement |
| 2024 | 50 | 50 | 100% |
| 2023 | 52 | 50 | 96.2% |
| 2022 | 48 | 40 | 83.3% |
ACEN Program Completion Rate standard:
- calculate the on-time program completion rate for each program option from the first nursing course through completion of the courses required for conferral of a certificate, diploma, or degree;
- establish a specific, measurable expected level of achievement outcome statement for on-time program completion for each program option and provide a rationale for each expected level of achievement;
Our nursing program has established a 70% program completion goal based on historical student data, national benchmarks, and the unique needs of our diverse student population. This benchmark reflects our commitment to student success, academic quality, and continuous improvement, in alignment with accreditation standards set by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Students must complete the program on time in accordance with their admission type (traditional vs advanced placement).
- Traditional students: students beginning in semester one and completing all four semesters.
- Advanced Placement students: students allowed to begin at a level beyond the first semester based on transcript evaluation, testing, and prior licensure/education.
Program Completion Rate
| Graduation year | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | ||||
| Traditional students admitted | 63 | 63 | 64 | ||||
| Traditional students graduated | 42 | 43 | 48 | ||||
| AP students admitted | 5 | 9 | 3 | ||||
| AP students graduated | 5 | 9 | 2 | ||||
| Total # of students admitted | 68 | 72 | 67 | ||||
| Total # of students graduated | 47 | 52 | 50 | ||||
| Completion % | 69.1% | 72.2% | 74.6% | ||||