For more information, visit the Dallas College Nursing webpage and your success coach 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.
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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.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE 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 success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach 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 success coach 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 success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with a success 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 success coach to apply for the Associates Degree Nursing A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to WCU.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 9
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
West Coast University Online Programs (RN to BSN)
At West Coast University, we are committed to providing online higher education to students who need the flexibility to work at their own pace to achieve their academic goals. We embrace student-centric partnerships and work to create innovative and engaging learning experiences that lead to academic success. Our RN to BSN program helps prepare you for roles in leadership, basic health policy, evidence-based care, quality improvement, and to pursue advanced nursing degrees. Our program can be completed is as little as 12 months at the accelerated pace and allows you to transfer up to 60 of your Dallas College credits after verification. Additional earned credits may also be accepted after verification by the registrar. For questions about this program, please contact the Academic Advising Office at dctowcutxonline@westcoastuniversity.edu. To learn more information, visit West Coast University. WCU Distance education programs are delivered out of the Orange County and Texas campuses and may not be available to residents in all states. For questions about residency-requirements, please contact advising at dctowcutxonline@westcoastuniversity.edu prior to beginning this pathway. Practice Experience is required in order to graduate from the RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN, DNP degree and Post-Master's certificate programs. WCU provides career guidance and assistance but cannot guarantee employment.
West Coast University uses a Trimester system. There are three trimesters throughout the year and six total start dates (Spring I and II, Summer I and II, and Fall I and II). Each trimester is split into two eight-week terms. Students take either one or two courses per term. The calendar below shows the schedule for full-time students taking two courses per term.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
TRIMESTER 1
Term 1 (eight weeks):
LDR 432 – Principles of Leadership for Healthcare Organizations
PATH 370 – Pathophysiology
Term 2 (eight weeks):
NURS 350 – Research in Nursing
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
*Students who have completed additional general education courses may be awarded transfer credit upon transcript review.
TRIMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Provide proof of RN license (if pending NCLEX, provide proof of test date).
- Submit official transcripts for review of general education credit need if not already completed.
Complete clinical compliance requirements.
Total Hours: 12
TRIMESTER 2
Term 1 (eight weeks):
NURS 440 – Issues and Trends in Nursing
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
Term 2 (eight weeks):
NURS 521 – Ethics in Healthcare
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
*Students who have completed additional general education courses may be awarded transfer credit upon transcript review.
TRIMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Communicate with your assigned Clinical Coordinator about placement requests.
Total Hours: 12
TRIMESTER 3
Term 1 (eight weeks):
NURS 500 – Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Practice
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
Term 2 (eight weeks):
NURS 510 – Policy, Organization, and Financing in Healthcare
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
*Students who have completed additional general education courses may be awarded transfer credit upon transcript review.
TRIMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Create clinical compliance account and upload required documentation.
Total Hours: 12
TRIMESTER 4
Term 1 (eight weeks):
NURS 561 – Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
General Education Course* – Choose from West Coast University catalog.
Term 2 (eight weeks):
CAPS 402 – General Education Capstone
NURS 340-A – Public Health Nursing
NURS 495L A – Community Practice Experience
*Students who have completed additional general education courses may be awarded transfer credit upon transcript review.
TRIMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Complete graduation audit, apply for graduation, purchase graduation regalia, make plans to attend graduation ceremonies.
- Coordinate with Career Services representative.
Total Hours: 12
TRIMESTER 5
Term 1 (eight weeks):
NURS 340-B – Public Health Nursing
NURS 495L B – Community Practice Experience
NURS 490RN – Nursing Capstone for Post-Licensure Students
TRIMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- Complete graduation audit, apply for graduation, purchase graduation regalia, make plans to attend graduation ceremonies, if not yet completed.
- Coordinate with Career Services representative, if not yet completed.
Total Hours: 6
WEST COAST UNIVERSITY PATHWAY TOTAL: 54 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
(Transfer Pathway Approved 11.09.2021 by West Coast University)