For information about our online RN to BSN program, visit the Bachelor of Science in Nursing page.
Nursing at a Glance
Dallas College offers many different ways to reach your career goals. Whether you want to jump into the workforce quickly or spend more time building advanced skills, we have the programs that fit your needs and timeline.
Certificate Programs
Estimated total tuition cost2:
$1,500-$1,782
Estimated time to complete1:
2-8 months
Courses offered at: Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, and North Lake 3
Associate Degrees
Estimated total tuition cost2:
$5,940
Estimated time to complete1:
2 years
Courses offered at: Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, and North Lake 3
Bachelor's Degree
Estimated total tuition cost2:
$11,880
Estimated time to complete1:
4 years
Courses offered at: Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, and North Lake 3
Which Degrees and Certificates are Right for Me?
Workforce Training
Workforce training teaches you job skills fast. It can prepare you for a new job or help you grow at your current job. You will not earn "traditional" credits toward a degree, so your courses may not transfer to other colleges or universities. But you may earn Continuing Education Units or CEUs (which will appear on a transcript).
Estimated tuition total: $1,500 for in-county residents
Estimated time to completion: 2 months for full-time students
Can I Get a Job?
Dallas College offers a variety of certificates and degrees to help you gain the skills you need to start working right away.
- These credentials are often considered Career and Technical Education (CTE).
- These credentials are established with the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, to meet local and regional employment needs.
- Higher-level certificates and degrees will typically lead to a higher salary in the workforce.
- Workforce (CE) certificates can often be completed faster than traditional credit certificates but typically do not offer college credit.
- Level 1, Level 2, Enhanced Skills certificates and others offer college credit and are often stackable to help you build skills as you work toward an associate degree.
- Workforce credentials may give you college credit at Dallas College, but they may not transfer to other colleges or universities.
If you're unsure if this is the right path for you, you can talk to a pathway specialist for advice.
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- AskSOHS@DallasCollege.edu
Credit Certificates
Credit certificates are short programs that teach you job skills fast. Think of them as a quick way to learn what you need for a career without spending years in school. These programs give you college credit, which means they count toward a degree if you decide to keep studying later.
Estimated tuition total: $1,782 for in-county residents
Estimated time to completion: 8 months for full-time students
Learn more about Simulation Operations Specialist Advanced Technical Certificate
Can I Get a Job?
Dallas College offers a variety of certificates and degrees to help you gain the skills you need to start working right away.
- These credentials are often considered Career and Technical Education (CTE).
- These credentials are established with the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, to meet local and regional employment needs.
- Higher-level certificates and degrees will typically lead to a higher salary in the workforce.
- Workforce (CE) certificates can often be completed faster than traditional credit certificates but typically do not offer college credit.
- Level 1, Level 2, Enhanced Skills certificates and others offer college credit and are often stackable to help you build skills as you work toward an associate degree.
- Workforce credentials may give you college credit at Dallas College, but they may not transfer to other colleges or universities.
If you're unsure if this is the right path for you, you can talk to a pathway specialist for advice.
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- AskSOHS@DallasCollege.edu
Associate Degrees
An associate degree is a two-year college program that helps you reach your goals. It gives you skills for a career or prepares you to continue at a four-year college. This degree can open doors to better jobs and new opportunities.
Estimated tuition total: $5,940 for in-county residents
Estimated time to completion: 2 years for full-time students
Can I Transfer?
Our Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates may not fully transfer to a four-year college or university.
- If your goal is to transfer, you may want to explore our Core Curriculum and Transfer Pathways.
- You may also want to explore a transfer degree, like an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science.
- The classes you take will count towards a bachelor's degree and are designed to be accepted by any public college or university in Texas.
If you're not sure if this is the right choice for you, you can talk to a Pathway Specialist for guidance.
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- AskSOHS@DallasCollege.edu
Bachelors Degrees
A bachelor's degree is a four-year college program that builds your knowledge and skills in a subject. It prepares you for many careers or for further study. Earning this degree can lead to more advanced job options and higher pay.
Estimated tuition total: $11,880 for in-county residents
Estimated time to completion: 4 years for full-time students
Learn more about Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Can I Transfer?
Our Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates may not fully transfer to a four-year college or university.
- If your goal is to transfer, you may want to explore our Core Curriculum and Transfer Pathways.
- You may also want to explore a transfer degree, like an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science.
- The classes you take will count towards a bachelor's degree and are designed to be accepted by any public college or university in Texas.
If you're not sure if this is the right choice for you, you can talk to a Pathway Specialist for guidance.
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- AskSOHS@DallasCollege.edu
Transfer Degrees
A transfer degree is a two-year program that prepares you to continue your education at a four-year college or university. It builds the academic foundation you need before transferring. Earning this degree can save you time and money because it's designed for smooth transfer to the university of your choice.
Estimated tuition total: $5,940 for in-county residents
Estimated time to completion: 2 years for full-time students
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- AskSOHS@DallasCollege.edu
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