Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 207100 - Catalog 2024/2025
Nursing Office, 386-506-3250
Cynthia Anderson, Assistant Chair, 386-423-6335, cynthia.anderson@daytonastate.edu
Melissa Brown-Mack, Advisor, 386-506-3052, Melissa.Brown-Mack@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Bob & Carol Allen School of Nursing is to provide an innovative learning environment that promotes excellence in the profession. Programs prepare students to exhibit professionalism, ethical behavior, and competency in meeting the dynamic healthcare needs of individuals across the lifespan, amongst diverse cultures and across healthcare continuums.
Description:
The associate degree nursing program prepares students to pursue a career in nursing by providing high quality instruction in classroom, laboratory and clinical learning environments. Healthcare employment opportunities are available in long-term care, home health, hospital, and outpatient settings. Clinical experiences are provided at local extended care facilities, hospitals, and other community agencies. Job title: Registered Nurse. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses.
Classes admit in January and August. When the associate nursing degree is completed and the graduate obtains licensure, the graduate is eligible for admission to Daytona State College's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program.
Program Accreditation: The associate degree nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326 or call 404 975-5000.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Program Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Patient Centered Care: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will prioritize the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient’s preferences, values, and needs.
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Teamwork and Collaboration: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will perform effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care.
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Evidence-Based Practice: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will integrate best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal health care.
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Quality Improvement: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will design quality measures for monitoring outcomes of patient-care processes in the health care system.
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Safety: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will minimize risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance.
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Informatics: The graduate of the associate degree nursing program will apply information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Nursing Laboratory and Technology Fees (including liability insurance): |
Average $400 per semester |
| Textbook Estimate: |
$900 |
| Uniforms: |
$150 |
| Laboratory Supplies: |
$225 |
| NCLEX Exam: |
$435 |
| Background Check/ Drug Screening/ Document Tracker: |
$134 |
Additional Admission Requirements
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Applicants must have a standard high school diploma (or GED) and be at least 18 years of age to enroll in Nursing courses.
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This is a limited access program. How to Apply to the ADN Program
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Continuing enrollment approval will be required to enroll in the program specific courses based on a selection process after completed the General Education classes required.
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Completion of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI TEAS) at Daytona State College, ATI TEAS results must meet the minimum requirements of an adjusted individual total score (AITS) at the 65th percentile or better.
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Completion of health screening to include: recent physical examination; verification of immunization against influenza, tetanus, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and Hepatitis 'B'; and PPD test for tuberculosis (or chest X-ray if indicated) is required prior to enrolling in program specific courses.
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Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers to include adults, infant, children, and automatic external defibrillator (AED) affiliated with the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required prior to enrolling in program specific courses.
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Admissions into the program will be contingent on the satisfactory completion of both a negative drug screening and a Level II background check consisting of a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). There is no exception given to students with a medical marijuana card.
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According to Florida Board of Nursing, convicted felons who have had their civil rights removed are not eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
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General education courses (pre- and co-requisites) and Nursing courses must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better.
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Students will be held accountable for the policies and procedures of the nursing program as outlined in the nursing student policy handbook, as well as the college student handbook.
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Readmission and transfer nursing courses must have been taken within one year and evaluated by the nursing readmission and transfer committee. Transfer nursing students are accepted on a limited basis depending on space availability.
Additional Completion Requirements
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Applications for continuing enrollment are submitted May and September. Students will be approved for continuing enrollment based on specific admission criteria. Students must apply each application cycle until accepted based on the selection process.
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Completion of the following courses with a grade of 'C' or better is required before submitting a request for continuing enrollment: ENC1101 (Introduction to Composition);MGF2130 (Mathematical Thinking); PSY1012 (General Psychology); and BSC1085C (Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab).
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Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or better is the minimum required for consideration for continuing enrollment.
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Students progressing to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (BSN) program must complete the Humanities (6 credit) graduation requirement as established by Daytona State College for its Associate of Arts degree program. Students who are not progressing to the BSN can select a Humanities course from column I or II of the requirements established by Daytona State College for its Associate of Arts degree program.
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Nursing courses must be taken in the sequence published in the sample program of study.
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Students must fulfill the Civic Literacy Competency requirement to graduate from the program.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 26 Credits
Communication Core (6 credits)
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Natural Sciences Core (8 credits)
| BSC1085C | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab | 4 |
| BSC1086C | Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab | 4 |
BSC1085C, BSC1086C: Students who choose these course options to fulfill the biological sciences core requirements can use remaining credits to fulfill elective hours as appropriate. Both courses must be successfully completed to satisfy the biological sciences core requirements.
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences Core (6 credits)
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Choose One of the Following: | |
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
AMH2010, AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement. Students must pass the Florida Civic Literacy Examination (FCLE) prior to graduating.
Additional Required Courses (4 credits)
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester (Prerequisite Courses)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
| BSC1085C | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab | 4 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
2nd Semester
3rd Semester
4th Semester
| NUR2731C | Nursing Process IV and Lab | 10 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
5th Semester
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| NUR2940C | Nursing Process V and Lab | 11 |
Total Credit Hours: 72