Partner with ICPN to Teach an FCN Course

Partner with ICPN to Offer the Foundations for Faith Community Nursing Course

Expand Faith Community Nursing Education in Your Area

The Indiana Center for Parish Nursing (ICPN) invites healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and faith-based networks to partner with us in advancing the practice of Faith Community Nursing across Indiana.

Through a Curriculum Partnership License, approved partners are able to offer the Westberg Institute’s Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course in collaboration with ICPN, using our established framework, materials, and support system.

Benefits of Becoming a Curriculum Partner

  • Access the Official Westberg Institute Curriculum
    Receive the most current edition of the Foundations for Faith Community Nursing Curriculum, including educator resources and digital downloads.

  • Collaborate with a Statewide Network
    Partner with ICPN and connect your students to a vibrant community of faith community nurses through the ICPN website, Facebook group, and the Westberg Institute Community Forum.

  • Gain Support and Visibility
    ICPN will feature your course in statewide marketing and on the Westberg Institute community page to help you reach prospective students.

  • Promote High-Quality, Faith-Based Education
    Join a network dedicated to excellence and integrity in the practice and teaching of Faith Community Nursing.

Partner Responsibilities

Approved partners agree to:

  1. Maintain Educator Qualifications

    • The lead instructor must complete the Westberg Institute Educator Training and participate in quarterly educator meetings.

  2. Maintain Active Partnership Status

    • Submit annual renewal and approval requests through ICPN.

  3. Use the Most Current Curriculum

    • Deliver the course using the most up-to-date version of the Westberg Institute curriculum.

  4. Marketing & Course Promotion

    • Advertise the course on the Westberg Institute community page and share materials with ICPN for broader promotion.

    • Include both the Indiana Center for Parish Nursing (ICPN) logo and the Westberg Institute logo on all advertisements, flyers, and digital marketing materials related to the course.

  5. Student Engagement

    • Ensure all students connect with the ICPN website and Facebook page, as well as the Westberg Institute Community Forum.

  6. Reporting & Fees

    • Submit a $25 per student fee to ICPN at the start of each class.

    • Provide required reports to ICPN, including:

      Start-Up Report (course dates, fees, format)

      Mid-Course Update (brief progress summary)

      Final Course Report (student demographics, feedback, and outcomes)

How to Apply

To become a curriculum partner:

  1. Download and Complete the Application & Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

  2. Submit Your Application to ICPN
    Email the completed form and required documentation to indianafcn@outlook.com.

  3. ICPN Review & Approval
    Once approved, ICPN will provide your organization with the current edition of the Foundations for Faith Community Nursing Curriculum within 30 days.

Ready to Partner?

Join us in preparing and empowering Faith Community Nurses across Indiana.
Together, we can strengthen the connection between faith and health in communities statewide.

Contact ICPN: icpndirector@outlook.com.