For more information, visit the Dallas College Nursing webpage and your academic advisor at the El Centro Campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Associates Degree Nursing associate degree at the El Centro campus. The program offered at the North Lake Campus is under the administration and accreditation of the El Centro Campus Associate Degree Nursing Program. This guided pathway does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Associate Degree Nursing. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. As of Fall 2022, a new nursing curriculum is expected to be in place. If you plan to enroll in the nursing program for Fall 2022, please contact your success coach for the latest information. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The Associate Degree Nursing program is a two-year, 60 credit hour program, leading to the Associate of Applied Science Degree. The program prepares graduates to be eligible to write the NCLEX-RN Examination to become licensed as a Registered Nurse (R.N.) in Texas. Courses that complete the degree are noted below.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
To apply to the Associate Degree Nursing program, an applicant must meet the conditions of Application Eligibility. Detailed information is in the application packet.
PREREQUISITES TO PROGRAM ADMISSION
BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I Prior to registration you must earn a grade of “C" or better in BIOL 1406.
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or better.
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER ACTION ITEMS
- Applicants must complete the prerequisite courses with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher to apply to the nursing program.
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 1
RNSG 1216 – Professional Nursing Competencies
RNSG 1128 – Introduction to Health Care Concepts
RNSG 1430 – Health Care Concepts I
RNSG 1125 – Professional Nursing Concepts I
RNSG 1161 – Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II Prior to registration you must complete BIOL 2401.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the Clinical course.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 2
RNSG 1533 – Health Care Concepts II
RNSG 1126 – Professional Nursing Concepts II
RNSG 2362 – Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
PSYC 2314 – Lifespan Growth and Development This is a Core course.
BIOL 2420 – Microbiology for Non-Science Majors Prior to registration you must complete BIOL 1406 or BIOL 2401.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 3
RNSG 1538 – Health Care Concepts III
RNSG 1137 – Professional Nursing Concepts III
RNSG 2363 – Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 4
RNSG 2539 – Health Care Concepts IV
RNSG 2138 – Professional Nursing Concepts IV
RNSG 2360 – Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse This is the capstone course for this award.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Associates Degree Nursing A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 9
PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS