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Associate of Applied Science Degree, Tech Prep
There are three (3) programs of study offered in associate degree nursing: the basic track, the vocational nursing track and the transition track for articulating students. Upon completion of the AAS degree, nursing graduates may apply to take the licensure exam to become a registered nurse (RN). Eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) is determined solely by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON).
The associate degree nursing programs of the Lone Star College System are all accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). Accreditation information regarding this program is available through NLNAC, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, phone 212.363.5555 ext. 153, and the Texas Board of Nursing for the State of Texas, 333 Guadalupe #3-460, Austin, TX 78701, telephone 512.305.7400.
ADMISSION CRITERIA – BASIC TRACK
In addition to the admission requirements of the system and the general requirements listed above, the following are requirements for admission into the associate degree nursing program. The applicant must: 1. Submit passing THEA exam scores in reading, writing and math or complete LSCS Student Success Initiative (SSI) requirements. To determine your SSI status, see a college adviser.
2. Complete the following courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.5 or higher: BIOL 2401, ENGL 1301, and PSYC 2301. (BIOL 2401 is required to meet the admission criteria, however, the highest grade in BIOL 2401 or 2402 will be used for calculation of GPA).
3. Obtain a grade of a "C" or higher in all courses required in the associate degree nursing (ADN) degree plan. GPA in all courses in the ADN degree plan must be 2.5 or greater at time of application.
4. Complete a national standardized nursing pre-entrance test and meet the minimum score requirement. The cost of this test is the responsibility of the applicant. All applicants must take the nursing pre-entrance test. The entrance test may only be taken one (1) time each admission period.
5. Submit official transcripts from colleges attended other than LSCS.
6. Submit a completed application to the preferred college’s nursing program. Application deadlines are posted on the college’s websites. Separate applications to the college nursing programs are only required if the deadline submission dates differ.
7. Complete the Hepatitis B immunization series and a satisfactory background check (as required by hospitals), which will be completed by a system-approved agency, after acceptance to a nursing program and at the student’s expense. Applicants must provide written documentation of all immunizations received & CPR certification. Students are required by law to have the Hepatitis B series completed prior to patient contact in a clinical setting.
ADMISSION CRITERIA – ARTICULATING STUDENTS
In addition to the admission requirements for the system and the general requirements listed above, the following are admission requirements for the transition track for articulating students: 1. Submit passing THEA exam scores in reading, writing and math or complete LSCS Student Success Initiative (SSI) requirements. To determine your SSI status, see a college adviser.
2. Complete the following courses with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher: BIOL 2401, BIOL 2402, ENGL 1301, PSYC 2301, PSYC 2314, and RNSG 1301. In addition, there are other courses that must be completed prior to enrolling in nursing courses.
3. Obtain a grade of "C" or higher in all courses required in the associate degree nursing degree plan. GPA in all courses in the ADN degree plan must be 2.5 or greater at time of application.
4. Possess current Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, current National Registry EMT Paramedic Certification, current Texas Department of Health EMT Paramedic Certification, OR current Texas Department of Health Paramedic License.
5. Be currently employed as an LVN or paramedic OR have graduated from an LVN or paramedic educational program within the past year.
6. Submit official transcripts from colleges attended other than LSCS.
7. Submit a completed application to the preferred college’s nursing program. Application deadlines are posted on the college’s websites. Separate applications to the college nursing programs are only required if the deadline submission dates differ.
8. Complete the Hepatitis B immunization series prior to admission and submit a satisfactory background check (as required by hospital), which will be completed by a system-approved agency, after acceptance to a nursing program and at the student’s expense. Applicants must provide written documentation of all immunizations received & CPR certification. Students are required by law to have the Hepatitis B series completed prior to patient contact in a clinical setting.
VOCATIONAL NURSING CERTIFICATE
The vocational nursing program is a three- semester, one year, full-time 47-credit hour certificate program. The program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon completion of the vocational nursing certificate, nursing graduates may apply to take the licensure exam to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) is determined solely by the Texas Board of Nursing for the State of Texas.
VOCATIONAL NURSING ADMISSION CRITERIA
In addition to the system admission requirements, the following are required for the vocational nursing program: 1. Graduate from high school.
2. Submit passing THEA exam scores in reading, writing and math or complete LSCS Student Success Initiative (SSI) requirements. To determine your SSI status, see a college adviser.
3. Complete BIOL 2404 with a grade of "C" or higher. (Completion of BIOL 2401 & 2402 is accepted in place of BIOL 2404, and is recommended for those students planning to transition into the ADN program.) Biology courses submitted for program credit must be completed no more than five (5) years prior to application to the nursing program.
4. Maintain a cumulative grade point of 2.0 in college level courses.
5. Complete a standardized nursing pre-entrance test. The cost of this test is the responsibility of the applicant. All applicants must take the nursing pre-entrance test. The entrance test may only be taken one (1) time each admission period.
6. Submit official transcripts from colleges attended other than LSCS.
7. Submit a completed application to the preferred college’s nursing program. Application deadlines are posted on the college’s websites. Separate applications to the college nursing programs are only required if the deadline submission dates differ.
8. Complete Hepatitis B immunization series and submit a satisfactory background check (as required by hospitals), which will be completed by an approved agency, after acceptance into a nursing program and at the student’s expense. Applicants must provide written documentation of all immunizations received & CPR certification. Students are required by law to have the Hepatitis B series completed prior to patient contact.
LVN Transition to Associate Degree Nursing (RN)
Graduates of the vocational nursing program who become licensed as LVN’s and complete the required prerequisite courses may be eligible to apply for the Transition Track for Articulating Students.