Online University Programs
Two preferred/reduced tuition rate programs are currently available to AORN members seeking professional development.
University of Colorado Denver, School of Nursing (UC Denver, SON)
UC Denver, SON is one of the top 10 schools of nursing as listed in U. S. News and World Report. Programs are provided entirely online, providing a flexible and time efficient path to continuing education.
Two certificate programs are available through the collaboration between AORN and UC Denver. They include the following:
- Clinical Educator - a convenient, comprehensive distance learning program designed specifically for individuals who wish to become clinical educators.
- Nursing Informatics - course work comprised of five graduate level courses, enabling students to customize their education.
Colorado Technical University's College of Health Sciences, Denver, CO
Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with the Colorado Technical University's RN to BSN program.

