Nursing Office, 386-506-3250
Catherine McMaster, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3250, catherine.mcmaster@daytonastate.edu
Melissa Brown-Mack, Advisor, 386-506-3052, Melissa.Brown-Mack@daytonastate.edu
Admission Note
Limited Access Program: Admission to this program is selective and requires completion of additional admission and enrollment requirements.
Program Overview
Mission:
The mission of the Allen School of Nursing is to provide an innovative learning environment that promotes excellence in professional nursing practice. The program prepares students to demonstrate professionalism, ethical behavior, and competency in meeting the dynamic healthcare needs of individuals across the lifespan and healthcare continuum.
Description:
The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares students for careers in professional nursing through classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences. Employment opportunities are available in long-term care, home health, hospital, and outpatient settings. Clinical experiences are provided through local healthcare facilities and community agencies.
Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Students are admitted in January and August. Upon completion of the program and licensure requirements, graduates are eligible for admission to Daytona State College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 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, GA 30326; telephone: 404-975-5000.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Daytona State College may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions regarding accreditation may be directed to SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097; telephone: 404-679-4500; or online at www.sacscoc.org.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Provide patient-centered care that respects patient preferences, values, and needs.
- Collaborate effectively within nursing and interprofessional healthcare teams.
- Integrate evidence-based practice into patient care decision-making.
- Apply quality improvement principles within healthcare systems.
- Promote patient and provider safety through effective practices and systems awareness.
- Utilize informatics and healthcare technologies to support communication, decision-making, and patient care.
Program Requirements
Admission:
This is a Limited Access Program.
- Standard high school diploma or GED.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Physical examination and required immunizations, including:
- Influenza, tetanus-diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and hepatitis B.
- Negative tuberculosis screening (PPD test or chest x-ray, if indicated).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Providers through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Satisfactory FDLE/FBI background check and drug screening.
- Eligibility for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) as required by the Florida Board of Nursing.
- Nursing courses for transfer or readmission must have been completed within one year and approved by the Nursing Readmission and Transfer Committee. Transfer students are accepted on a limited basis based on space availability.
- Minimum TEAS composite score of 65%.
- TEAS scores must be earned in a single attempt.
- Maximum of four TEAS attempts permitted per calendar year.
- TEAS scores are valid for three years.
- Only TEAS scores earned at Daytona State College are accepted.
Enrollment:
Continuing enrollment approval is required prior to enrollment in program-specific courses.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Earn a grade of “C” or better in the following courses:
Completion:
- Earn a grade of “C” or better in all program-specific and prerequisite courses.
- Complete Nursing courses in the sequence published in the sample program of study.
- Follow the policies and procedures outlined in the Nursing Student Policy Handbook and the Daytona State College Student Handbook.
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 grants, loans, and work programs available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at
daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/.
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/.
Career and Labor Market Information
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org.
| Related Career Opportunities |
Registered Nurse; Charge Nurse; Clinical Nurse; Home Health Nurse; Long-Term Care Nurse; Hospital Staff Nurse |
| Primary Occupation (SOC) |
29-1141 – Registered Nurses |
| Regional Demand |
642 annual openings • Approximately 8,240 regional jobs |
| Regional Wage |
Median: $80,950 annually ($38.92/hour) 10th Percentile: $61,480 | 90th Percentile: $104,870 |
| Program Length |
The typical length of this program is 2 years for a full-time student. |
| Placement Rate |
The 2023–2024 FETPIP placement rate for program completers was 100%. |
| Career Resources |
O*NET Online |
Data Sources: CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Regional Demand Occupations List; FloridaCommerce Employment Projections Region 27; Regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS); SOC 15-2051, 15-2041, and 15-1243.
Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
16 Credits
Communication Core (3 credits)
Required General Education course:
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3.00 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Recommended Math Pathway:
Natural Sciences Core (4 credits)
Required course:
| BSC1085C | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab | 4.00 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Required courses. Choose one:
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3.00 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3.00 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3.00 |
Program Specific Courses
56 Credits
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester (Prerequisite Courses)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3.00 |
| Mathematics Core | 3.00 |
| BSC1085C | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab | 4.00 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3.00 |
2nd Semester
| BSC1086C | Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab | 4.00 |
| MCB1010C | Microbiology and Lab | 4.00 |
| NUR1020C | Nursing Process I and Lab | 10.00 |
3rd Semester
4th Semester
| NUR2731C | Nursing Process IV and Lab | 10.00 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy course | 3.00 |
5th Semester
| Humanities Core | 3.00 |
| NUR2940C | Nursing Process V and Lab | 11.00 |
Total Credit Hours: 72