Howard College provides multiple pathways to earn an Associate Degree in Applied Science (AAS) in nursing, including traditional and transition options. The Associate Degree Nursing program at Howard College equips graduates for entry-level professional nursing practice. Upon completing the program, receiving licensure approval from the Texas Board of Nursing, and passing the National Council Licensure Examination, graduates become licensed registered nurses (R.N.).
The VN to RN program has been designed to provide a career mobility program to upgrade the skills of licensed vocational nurses. The curriculum will enable the qualified Vocational Nurse graduate to acquire an Associate Degree in Nursing in an accelerated period of time.
NOTE: A criminal background clearance is required before acceptance into the program. Prior to submitting an application, an applicant with a criminal history must have a cleared Declaratory Order letter from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). Information is available on the TX BON website under licensure and eligibility. Please be aware this may take a year or longer.
Admission and selection criteria for both campuses is available at:
https://www.howardcollege.edu/academics/health-professions-programs/
Pre-testing
Students seeking admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program must schedule a time with the Testing Coordinator to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).
Health Insurance
Students enrolled in the Nursing Program are required to purchase health insurance prior to the beginning of clinical experiences and to maintain such insurance for the duration of their enrollment.
Prerequisites
Prior to admission into the Associate Degree Nursing Program, applicant must have successfully completed 15 hours of required prerequisite courses with a final grade of “C” or above:
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development
BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lecture)
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lab)
BIOL 2302 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lecture)
BIOL 2102 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lab)
BIOL 2320 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture)
BIOL 2120 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lab)
BIOL 2301 and BIOL 2302 must have been taken within ten (10) years of the admission date. If older than ten years, course may have to be repeated or a minimum competency score be attained for entrance. Contact the Nursing Office for more information.
The minimum grade required in all co-requisite courses is a final grade of “C” or above. Progression in the Associate Degree Nursing program is contingent upon successful completion of the leveled nursing courses is 78 (considered a “C” in the nursing program).
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