Denver South Campus

3150 South Sheridan Boulevard
Denver, CO 80227
Local: 1-303-934-1122

Located on the southwest side of the city, the Westwood College - Denver South Campus is handy for students in Denver, Lakewood, Englewood, Littleton, Aurora, Parker, and other metro suburbs. The campus is conveniently situated in the Bear Valley Shopping Center, close to a variety of shops and restaurants.  The city has a thriving downtown area with a theater district, shopping district, and many cultural attractions.

Denver is famous for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains and abundant recreational activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking and climbing. The growing city is a cultural hub for the states around Colorado. Nearby attractions include the Denver Art Museum’s new Libeskind wing, first Friday art walks on Santa Fe Boulevard, fine restaurants, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Six Flags amusement park, the Pepsi Center, Invesco Field at Mile High and Coors Field. Sports fans will enjoy the Denver Broncos, Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets, and other professional sports teams.

• Programs

  (A) Associate          (B) Bachelor's

  School of Technology:

  • Information Technology (A)
  • Information and Network Technologies: Major in Computer Forensics (B)
  • Information and Network Technologies: Major in Network Management (B)
  • Information and Network Technologies: Major in Systems Security (B)

  School of Healthcare:

  • Medical Assisting (D)
  • Medical Assisting (A)
  • Medical Office Management (A)

  School of Business:

  • Business Administration (A) 
  • Business Administration: Major in Healthcare Management (B)
  • Business Administration: Major in Management (B)
  • Construction Management (A)
  • Construction Management (B)

  School of Design:

  • Computer-Aided Design/Architectural Drafting (A)
  • Graphic Design (A)
  • Graphic Design: Major in Game Art (B)
  • Interior Design (B)

  School of Justice:

  • Criminal Justice (A)
  • Criminal Justice: Major in Administration (B)
  • Paralegal (A)

  Download the Colorado Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs

  • Colorado Course Catalog
  • Colorado Addendum

  Not all programs are offered every term.  Check with the campus for current program offerings.

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  Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
  

  Did You Know?

  Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months or your bachelor's degree in as little as three years.

• Maps & Transportation

   

  Driving Directions
  Located at the intersection of Sheridan and Dartmouth in the southeast corner of Bear Valley Shopping Center, the Westwood College – Denver South Campus is easily accessible from Highway 285.

  Public Transportation
  Bus routes can be found at www.rtd-denver.com. Some routes that serve the campus include:
  Hampden Crosstown (Route 35)
  Sheridan Crosstown (Route 51)
  Yale Crosstown (Route 27)
  The light rail system (Hampden station)

• Campus Life

  At Westwood College - Denver South Campus, there are a variety of student activities and clubs that enhance student life, including:*

  • Student Ambassador
  • Game/chess
  • ASID – American Society of Interior Design
  • CJSO – Criminal Justice Student Organization
  • PSE – Pi Sigma Epsilon (co-ed Business Fraternity)
  • WCMO – Westwood Construction Management Organization
  • IT – Information Technology (working to find a National “parent” organization to affiliate) 

  There is a student cafe on campus and ample parking. We also have a dedicated Internet lab, computers available in the learning commons and lab time in classrooms when classes aren't in session.
  
  A number of social events take place throughout the year, as well, including:

  • Barbecues
  • Corn roasts
  • Portfolio reviews
  • Ice cream socials
  • Student artwork displays
  • And more!

  Activities, clubs, and our excellent Colorado location make Westwood College – Denver South Campus a great place to get a career-focused education.

  *More information on student activities can be found in the student services section of the course catalogs

  
  

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  Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
  

  Did You Know?

  Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months or your bachelor's degree in as little as three years.

• Employers

  Westwood has prepared our Denver South Campus graduates for careers with employers such as:

  • American Exteriors
  • American Fabricators, Inc.
  • Catholic Health Initiatives
  • Guardian Urgent Care
  • JDF Excavating
  • JVH Consulting, Inc.
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Lightfoot Manufacturing
  • Medical Center of Aurora
  • QC Data
  • Raytheon
  • Saunders Construction, Inc.
  • Zoll Data Systems
  • Colorado Department of Corrections

  Westwood College tracks the initial employers of its graduates for accreditation purposes. This list represents a partial list of employers of graduates from this program, drawn from across the Westwood campus system, and contains employers of Westwood College graduates from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012. It is not intended to represent an endorsement of Westwood College by the listed employers.

  Comprehensive employment information for graduates from each campus is available.

• Faculty Bios

  Westwood takes great pride in its faculty and their accomplishments, employing educators who bring years of practical industry and academic experience to the classroom. They are dedicated to giving students the hands-on experience, real-world preparation, and one-on-one attention required to succeed in today’s competitive career environment. Meet some of the faculty from this campus:

  

  Amanda Hardman

  Faculty - General Education
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Roger Lesser

  Faculty - Schools of Business and Justice
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Robert Plick

  Faculty - School of Healthcare
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Tom Sinclair

  Faculty - School of Technology
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Celine Sabo

  Faculty - School of Business
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Greg Rorie

  Faculty – School of Design
  Denver South Campus
  

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  Moema Shortridge

  Faculty - School of Design
  Denver South Campus
  

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• News

  Read about the most recent happenings on Facebook, see what we've been tweeting about or check out our College and Career blog for interesting resources. Our most recent news stories are listed right here:

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  Westwood College launches national "Good Works" community service program

  Month-long program to raise up to $25,000 in donations, serve 5,000 volunteer hours.

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  Members of congress welcome Westwood College during Hill Day

  Westwood students visit U.S. Capital offices and discuss the face of career colleges.

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  Westwood College connects Game Art and Game Software Development students with industry professionals through "Fighter Frenzy" event

  Gaming tournament produced by Colorado Cutthroat Connection and hosted at Westwood College campus provided networking opportunities.

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  Westwood College student designs winning logo for APSCU convention & exposition

  Sughey Abreu De Hernandez wins grand prize in logo contest for Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities.

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  Westwood College takes on larger role in strategic direction of private sector colleges

  Committee appointments by Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities reinforce partnership between college and trade organization

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  Colorado representative Scott Tipton visits Westwood College and sees hands-on learning in action

  Students, faculty, staff and area employer join Congressman in tour.

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  Westwood College students create a path to job success in a challenging economy

  Eric Lovett named 2012 recipient of the $10,000 Platinum PATH Scholarship.

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  Westwood College faculty and staff recognized by CACCS

  Four faculty and staff members of Westwood’s Denver campuses honored by the Colorado Association of Career Colleges and Schools.

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  Two Westwood College students recognized in CACCS "Student of the Year" awards

  Colorado Association of Career Colleges and Schools names Denise Gray and Don Heflin as top students in "Specialized Trades" category.

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  Westwood College announces graduate success stories

  Alumni recognized for completing degrees and using hands-on skills to find fulfilling careers despite personal and economic challenges.

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  Westwood College staff volunteers more than 400 hours in support of ACICS Centennial We SERVE Community Service Week

  Central Administration staff donated time to Food Bank of the Rockies, Junior Achievement and others.

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  American Furniture Warehouse CEO Jake Jabs offers Westwood College students tips on how to succeed in business.

  Jabs to keynote Westwood College’s July 27 commencement ceremony.

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  Mayor Michael B. Hancock, Westwood College, KidsTek and Denver Public Schools Celebrate Pioneering Program at High Tech Early College

  Public, Private and Nonprofit Partnership Empowers Denver High School Students to Excel in Technology-Focused Education and Prepare for 21st Century Workforce

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  Westwood College suggests looking beyond the course catalog when considering colleges

  Offering hands-on experience and access to industry leaders can prove to be invaluable to a student's education and eventual job search.

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  Denver Mayor Michael Hancock challenges Westwood College graduates: "Expect more, take steps to better yourself and be part of the solution"

  During Westwood College's commencement ceremony on Dec. 16, Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock challenged more than 150 graduates to find passion in their new careers. He also thanked them for being part of the solution to improve the workforce and the region's ability to support and attract new businesses.

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  Westwood College and KidsTek partner to deliver technology equipment and work-ready skills to DPS high school students

  North High School and High Tech Early College students to start on path to graduate high school with Cisco networking certification and college credits.

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  Alta Colleges Inc. named to 2011 CIO 100 list

  CIO magazine’s 24th annual CIO 100 awards recognize IT excellence

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  Westwood College introduces Employment Pledge

  Reinforces commitment to preparing students for future careers.

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  Alta College honors top educators through excellence in education awards

  Alta College, Inc., the parent company of Westwood College and Redstone College, announced today the winners of its annual Excellence in Education Awards. With these awards, three top educators are nationally recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication to excellence both inside and outside of the classroom.

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  Westwood College Partners with Employers to Enrich Opportunities for Students and Graduates

  Employers provide guidance through Program Advisory Committees

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  Westwood College Announces the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarship Program

  Westwood College is proud to announce the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarships which honors the vision and commitment of Westwood students. The purpose of this scholarship is to reward students who are taking control of their future through dedicated career planning and action.

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  Westwood College announces the Westwood 100

  Denver, Feb. 11, 2011 – Westwood College is pleased to announce the Westwood 100, Volume 1 – a collection of personal success stories from 100 Westwood College alumni. These Westwood 100 graduates proudly tell their stories of how they have transformed their lives and found a fulfilling career by obtaining their college degree.

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  Westwood College offers tuition-free alumni retraining to graduates

  School’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning.

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  Congratulations to 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships Winners!

  Thanks to the more than 325 Westwood students who participated in the 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships competition. The focus of the annual scholastic award program is to reward students who are self-motivated, have a career plan and are taking steps to get a job in their field after college.

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  Westwood College Takes Immediate, Decisive Actions Following Senate Committee Hearing and GAO Investigation

  Chief executive drives college to be a leader in the private-sector college industry by implementing new initiatives on compliance, transparency and the student experience.

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  Westwood College Students More Satisfied than Others Reports 2010 Noel-Levitz Survey

  Westwood College today announced that its students are more satisfied with their college experience than their counterparts in a comparison group of almost 125 private four‐year colleges and universities. The independent student survey was performed by Noel‐Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education research and strategic planning.

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  2009 Excellence in Education Awards: Honoring Our Outstanding Educators

  Members of the Alta senior leadership team, campus presidents, deans and honorees gathered for a special ceremony in Denver on April 22 to recognize outstanding faculty members for their dedication to excellence. Our annual Excellence in Education awards honors top educators both at the campus and the national level in six categories: Community Service, Committee Service, Program Leadership, Faculty of the Year, Provost and Dean of the Year. Our winners embody the vision of the ideal educator, one who adds value through contributions not only to students, but also to the campus, the entire institution and the community.

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  Westwood College Helps Veterans Combat The Rising Costs Of College Tuition Through The Yellow Ribbon Program

  Program Closes the Gap between VA Benefits and the Actual Cost of Most Colleges

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  Westwood College Introduces New And Updated Degree Programs To Help Launch Graduates Into In-Demand Industries

  To help meet the needs of a fast-changing world, Westwood College (www.westwood.edu) has updated its Information Technology: Major in Cisco Network Systems program and is launching two new programs – Information Technology: Major in Computer Forensics and Paralegal. These new and updated programs are now available and prepare graduates to hit the ground running with job skills in growing fields.

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  Westwood College Students Learn More Than Politics While Working With Cisco At The Democratic National Convention

  DENVER, COLO. (BUSINESS WIRE) - Westwood College today announced that eight of its Cisco(R) Networking Academy(R) students have been selected to help install and support the vast communications infrastructure for the Democratic National Convention (DNC).

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