2022 - 2023 Catalog
Program: Associate Degree Nursing
Title: Associate Degree Nursing A.A.S.

Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dallascollege.edu/hb1508.

(Associate of Applied Science Degree)

• Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
• Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: AAS.NURSING.22

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is a four-semester, 60 credit hour program leading to the Associate in Applied Sciences Degree. The program prepares graduates to be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN Examination to become licensed as a Registered Nurse (R.N.) in Texas. The Dallas College Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; Phone: 404-975-5000; Fax: 404-975-5020) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Additionally, the program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing (333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460, Austin, TX 78701-3944; Phone: 512-305-7400; Fax: 512-305-7401).

The program combines classroom and skills laboratory experience with clinical experience.

1. Fulfill all requirements for admission to both the college and the Associate Degree Nursing Program.
2. Complete the designated assessment testing process and any required remediation, including the state TSI math requirement.
3. Complete all prerequisite courses with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better.
4. Submit a completed admission application packet to the Allied Health Admissions Office via email at AlliedHealthAdmissons@dcccd.edu during the designated filing period.

Students who are pursuing an Associate Degree to be a registered nurse will follow the degree plan below.