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Nursing - Field of Study

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Program Available at:

  • Brookhaven
  • El Centro
  • Mountain View
  • North Lake

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For more information, visit the Dallas College Nursing webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.

The guided pathway in Nursing – Field of Study will provide a foundation for you to move on toward a fulfilling nursing career. An Associate of Science (A.S.) degree with courses in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at a university, which opens the door to a career in research, case management, hospital administration, pharmaceutical sales and many more areas.

This pathway is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Nursing. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.S. degree with a Field of Study in Nursing, which will increase your chances of transfer to bachelor's-level programs. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction Dallas College. See the catalog for official degree requirements.

Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your academic advisor to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.


Catalog Year       2021-2022  You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.

Degree Type       Associate of Science Field of Study

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 pathways can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See the catalog for official degree requirements.

DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER 1

ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.

HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.

BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I This is a Core course.

MATH 1342 – Elementary Statistical Methods This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.

PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness This is a Core course.

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Meet with your advisor to confirm your academic and career goals.
  2. Meet with a career advisor/coach to research career options with a BSN degree.
  3. Ask about your options for transferring to pursue the bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Total Hours: 14

SEMESTER 2

ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.

HIST 1302 – United States History II This is a Core course.

BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:   

SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
  2. Ask about your options for transferring to a university to pursue the BSN degree.

​Total Hours: 14

SEMESTER 3

BIOL 1322 – Nutrition and Diet Therapy This is a Core course.

PSYC 2301 – General Psychology

SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Begin applying to your top choice universities.
  2. Admission to the BSN program is competitive; you must apply early.

Total Hours: 6

SEMESTER 4

GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.

BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • ENGL 2326 – American Literature This is a Core course.
  • PHIL 1301–Introduction to Philosophy This is a Core course. ​ OR​
  • PHIL 2306 – Introduction to Ethics This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
  • SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
  • SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.

SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at a university Fall 2022)
  2. Check with your advisor for important deadlines and dates.

Total Hours: 13

SEMESTER 5

PSYC 2314 – Lifespan Growth & Development

GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • BIOL 2420 – Microbiology for Non-Science Majors OR
  • BIOL 2421 – Microbiology for Science Majors

CHOOSE ONE:   

  • ARTS 1301 – Art Appreciation This is a Core course.
  • DRAM 1310 – Theater Appreciation This is a Core course.
  • HUMA 1315 – Fine Arts Appreciation This is a Core course.
  • MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation This is a Core course.

SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS

  1. After reviewing your program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Associate of Science degree with the Nursing Field of Study.
  2. Sign up for commencement.
  3. Request final transcripts to be sent to the college or university to where you will transfer.
  4. Join the Alumni Network!

Total Hours: 13

 PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS