Which program do I want?
DCCCD offers several certificates and degree programs in nursing. Each program has separate application and admissions processes and timelines.
Use the table below to compare basic features of each program. Click on the links to get more information such as detailed admission requirements, faculty bios and links to specific degree and certificate requirements.
| |
Brookhaven
ADN Program |
El Centro
ADN Program |
El Centro
VN Program |
| length of time |
16 months |
24 months |
12 months |
| number of credit hours |
72 |
70 |
54 |
| location |
Brookhaven College (map) |
El Centro College (map) |
El Centro College (map) |
| satellite location |
Mountain View College (map) |
North Lake College (map) |
n/a |
| certificates or degrees available |
• Nursing Associate in Applied Sciences Degree |
• Nursing Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
• LVN-RN Advanced Placement “Bridge” Program
• Perioperative Nursing Enhanced Skills Certificate |
• Vocational Nursing Certificate
|
| application deadlines |
|
|
|
fall semester |
February |
Feb. 28 |
May 31 |
spring semester |
September |
Aug. 31 |
n/a |
Tuition
Dallas County residents pay $117 per three-hour class — that’s $39 per credit hour, or less than $500 for a full semester load of 12 credit hours.
Compare that to what you’d pay elsewhere! See DCCCD tuition rates for tuition according to your place of residency.
Transferring From DCCCD
Degrees and certificates in our Nursing programs are designed for direct entry into the workforce. However, if you are interested in earning a degree at a four-year institution, please visit the Transfer Services Web site for guidance on the transfer process.
DCCCD has signed a concurrent enrollment agreement with the University of North Texas System Center in Dallas. This enables DCCCD students who meet the UNT admission requirements or complete the Associate in Applied Sciences degree to be automatically admitted to the University of North Texas.
A student may apply for concurrent admission status at the time of first enrollment in DCCCD courses or at any later time during DCCCD enrollment by completing a UNT concurrent admissions application. For more information, call DCCCD Transfer Services at 214-860-2185 or contact the UNT System Center at 972-780-3635.
Related Programs at DCCCD
You may also want to explore some other health-related programs DCCCD offers, such as Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiologic Sciences or Respiratory Care.
Faculty Profiles
Our Nursing faculty not only have degrees and certifications in their field but have on-the-job experience, making them able to relate to the challenges you’ll face in the workplace. Our faculty members work closely with you one-on-one, encouraging you and helping you to prepare for your career in nursing.
See profiles of some of our faculty members:
Links for More Information
Note: Links to the following Internet sites are provided for your convenience and information and do not constitute official endorsement by DCCCD.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our Nursing programs that aren’t answered on our Web site, please feel free to contact us.