Did you know that 60% of faith community members surveyed in Linn County, Oregon would seek the advice of a faith community nurse if one were available? Are you called to this nursing practice specialty promoting health and wellness of the mind, body, and spirit?

The course will be ELEVEN half-day sessions held on Zoom from 8am – 1:00pm on the following Mondays and Tuesdays: October 20-21, 2025, October 27-28, 2025, November 3-4, 2025, November 10-11, 2025, November 17-18, 2025, & November 24, 2025. Please also save the date for our in-person graduation/dedication ceremony to honor our graduates on Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 2pm-4pm at Santiam Place in Lebanon, OR. All times are Pacific.

A limited number of scholarships are available upon request for residents of Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties in Oregon.

The Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course is based on the 2024 curriculum developed through the Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing, which curriculum is owned by the Spiritual Care Association of New York, NY, 500 7th Ave, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10018. This curriculum is updated every five years and reflects the most current ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and ANA Faith Community Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice at the time of publication. The curriculum is 36.5 hours with an additional 3 hours added to address Oregon State Board of Nursing and spiritual equity topics relevant to faith community nursing practice in Oregon. Please do not register for the course if you are unable to attend all the sessions as described below. Thank you.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by Oregon Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Approval valid through 10/20/2027 - OCEAN ID #2025-31. Completion of an evaluation form is required for continuing education credit. Due to ANCC requirements, students must attend all modules. Because of the highly interactive nature of the course, we cannot excuse students except in the case of emergencies (illness, funerals for next of kin, etc.). In such cases, we will allow a student to make up no more than two modules within two weeks after the final class session.The status of Faith Community Nurse cannot be granted unless the RN student meets attendance requirements.

Join us for an exciting event at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center where you will learn the essentials of faith community nursing, a professional specialty of nursing. This in-person curriculum will cover topics such as spiritual care, health promotion, and community outreach. This course is perfect for nurses interested in integrating faith and whole-person health into their practice. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and connect with like-minded professionals! This course is approved for 36.5 Contact Hours. Trinity Health is an Approved Provider of Continuing Nursing Education by the Joint Accreditation-Interprofessional Continuing Education (JA-IPCE) an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. To learn more about Faith Community Nursing email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or to register please click this link and fill out the Form: https://forms.office.com/r/exGxJdPC2D

Scholarships are available for all that apply.

Using the evidence-based 2024 Foundations of Faith Community Nursing curriculum, this facilitated forum will engage Faith Community Nurse attendees in discussion to amplify practical actions necessary to develop a sustainable faith community nursing practice. This forum will create valuable networking opportunities for faith community nurses who want to reenergize their practice as well as those starting out.

Join us to honor our Faith Community Nurses and Health Ministers who completed the course this year! Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony.

Carle Health Faith Community Nursing Refresher Course – Join Us!

Has it been many years since you completed the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course? If so, this refresher class is designed just for you!

Location: Attend virtually or in person in Champaign, IL Format: Two engaging sessions

Topics include (but are not limited to):

• Prayer and Healing
• Loss and Grief
• Community assessment and outreach techniques
• FCN Documentation
• Faith Community Challenges
• Navigating the Health Care System
• Substance Use Disorder
• Whole Person Health
• Religious Diversity

Whether you're actively serving or looking to re-engage, this course will renew your passion and equip you with updated tools to serve your community with confidence and compassion.

• check out registration details at www.fcnrockies.org 39.5 contact hour Westberg Foundations course curriculum
• Thursday nights online 5:30 - 8:30 Mountain time with 30 minute break for 11 weeks
• In-person commission service in Denver on Saturday, April 18, 2026 (zoom possible)
• Partial scholarships may be available for FCN in the Rockies members
• Trained experienced faculty with content expert guest speakers
• RNs in supportive congregations who feel called to learn to spirutal practice of nursing.

• 36 contact hours
• Must be a Registered Nurse
• Hybrid Course Offered February 2026
• Initial meeting Frbtuaty 7th from 12-4PM
• Three weekly Zoom meetings 6-9:30 PM
• Culminating in weekend in-person retreat February 27- March 1

     Fri starts 5 PM to Sun 5 PM.

• Attendance for entire program required
• Minimum 6, maximum 20 students
• Retreat at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center – 1300 US-1 North Palm Beach, FL 33408 – Friday eve to Sunday afternoon

$850 cost includes room, materials & meals

$550 cost for commuter

Scholarships are available

 Free Parking

• Daily devotions prepared and led by students
• Dedication Service the last class

Want to blend your nursing skills with your faith?  Our Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course will help prepare you to be a faith community nurse and incorporate spiritual care into your practice. This virtual course with 15 modules includes interaction with faculty and other students as well as self-paced learning activities. 

This course is ANCC approved for 37.5 contact hours for nurses in all 50 states!

Our students say:  "This course changed my life."  "Excellent instructors!"  "Your case studies helped us apply the learning to real life situations!"   "Outstanding course!"

Check our our website for details and contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

https://www.fcnntc.org/education/foundations-course/

This course is based on the 2024 Revised Curriculum from the Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing owned by the Spiritual Care Association, New York, NY>