School of Health Sciences Page ContentDownload a printable copy (PDF) Setting Dallas College Apart The School of Health Sciences proudly welcomed its first cohort into the nursing bachelor's degree program in Summer 2024. Texas, like many states, has a shortage of nurses and this program will help fill the gaps. All courses will be offered 100% online, providing desired flexibility and remote learning opportunities for today’s busy student. 219,000Projected employment for registered nurses by 2030, an increase of 17% “I know any nurse who comes out of Dallas College will be very well prepared. You just have that comfort knowing it’s a really great nursing program with all of the professors and clinical instructors.” Vanessa LozadaAlum and Director of Emergency Services at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Plano Notable Occupations in Health Based on Projected 3-Year Job Growth in DFW Occupation Dallas College Program Current Employment Forecasted 3-Year Job Growth Rate Typical Entry-Level Hourly Wage Typical Median-Level Hourly Wage Top Industry Typical Entry-Level Education Registered Nurses Nursing 65,364 5% $29.29 $37.80General Medical and Surgical HospitalsBachelor's degree Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Nursing/Vocational Nursing 15,299 6% $20.43 $24.89Home Health Care ServicesPostsecondary nondegree award Dental Hygienists Dental Hygiene 4,962 11% $26.84 $36.83Offices of DentistsAssociate degree Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technician 10,444 7% $14.33 $18.47Health and Personal Care StoresHigh School diploma or equivalent Home Health and Personal Care Aides Patient Care Assistant 56,913 9% $8.58 $11.19Home Health Care ServicesHigh School diploma or equivalent Degrees/CertificatesDallas College is proud to present credential opportunities in Health that meet industry needs. Here are a few featured programs that we offer: DegreesNursing – B.S.N.Nursing – A.A.S.Veterinary Technology – A.A.S.Radiologic Technology – A.A.S.CertificatesVocational NursingVeterinary Technology – Small AnimalMedical AssistingPatient Care TechnicianContinuing EducationCertified Nurse Aide TrainingPatient Care Assistant Specialized Skills In DemandNursingMedical RecordsInfection ControlCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)BillingChecking Vital SignsCare Coordination 4-Year Transfer Possibilities Health Studies,Bachelor’s Degree Public Health,Bachelor's Degree Health Informatics,Bachelor's Degree Notable Employers in DFW All data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence Learn About our Schools School of Business, Hospitality & Global Trade School of Creative Arts, Entertainment & Design School of Education School of Engineering, Technology, Mathematics & Sciences School of Health Sciences School of Law & Public Service School of Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Dallas College is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution.
