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 Vocational Nursing Level II Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a certificate in Vocational Nursing. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
The Vocational Nursing program is a twelve-month program that prepares students to give direct nursing care to acute and chronically ill patients with predictable outcomes in a variety of health care settings. The program is approved by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Upon completion of the program, the student is awarded a certificate and may write the Licensing Examination for Vocational Nurses (NCLEX-PN) in order to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Texas. The program includes classroom and laboratory work on campus as well as clinical experience at various area health care facilities. Admission requirements include attending an information session, satisfactory completion of the HESI A2 Test, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on the three program prerequisite courses, and an overall GPA of at least 2.0 in all college course work completed. Completion of required support courses and documented experience in selected health care fields is also considered in the selection process. NOTE: HPRS 1202, 1204, 2201, 2210, 2231, and 2300 are all health occupations core curriculum courses. These courses are listed and described in a separate section of the El Centro Campus catalog: Health Occupations Core Curriculum. Courses that complete the certificate are noted below.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level II Certificate
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 certificate requirements.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 43 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
BIOL 2401 – Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course.
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.
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.
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 2 (Fall)
VNSG 1323 – Basic Nursing Skills
VNSG 1409 – Nursing in Health and Illness II
VNSG 1204 – Foundations of Nursing
VNSG 1360 – Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
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: 12
SEMESTER 3 (Spring)
VNSG 2410 – Nursing in Health and Illness III
VNSG 2460 – Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II This is a Core course.
HPRS 2300 – Pharmacology for Health Professions
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the Internship course.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4 (Summer 1 and 2)
VNSG 1230 – Maternal-Neonatal Nursing
VNSG 1234 – Pediatrics
VNSG 2163 – Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
CHOOSE ONE:
- VNSG 2160 – Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training OR
- VNSG 2162 – Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Vocational Nursing Certificate.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 6
PATHWAY TOTAL: 43 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS