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ADMISSION
HANDBOOK
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NURSING
PROGRAM
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Revised: August 2024
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Table of Contents
WELCOME ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
ADMISSIONS POLICY .................................................................................................................................... 5
Admission to the College .............................................................................................................................. 5
Submission of Transcripts ............................................................................................................................ 6
LPN/Paramedic to RN (Advanced Placement) Experiential Credits ............................................................ 6
International Students ................................................................................................................................... 6
Legal Status ................................................................................................................................................... 6
TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS FOR NURSING STUDENTS ............................................................................. 7
ACADEMIC PROGRESSION POLICY NURSING PROGRAM ................................................................... 8
ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM (ADN) TO PRACTICAL NURSING (PN) PROGRAM PATHWAY 9
ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION PROCESS ............................................................................................... 10
Minimum Cumulative GPA ........................................................................................................................ 10
ATI-TEAS Pre-Admission Examination Results ........................................................................................ 10
Competitive Application Process ................................................................................................................ 10
STUDENT ADVISORY STATEMENT ......................................................................................................... 11
NURSING PROGRAM ADMISSION GUIDELINES ................................................................................... 12
Criminal Background Inquiry ..................................................................................................................... 12
Child and Adult Abuse Registry ................................................................................................................. 12
Drug Screening Policy ................................................................................................................................ 13
CPR Requirement ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Physical Examination ................................................................................................................................. 14
Immunizations and Screenings.................................................................................................................... 14
Change in Health Status .............................................................................................................................. 16
Infectious Diseases ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Latex Sensitivity/Allergy ............................................................................................................................ 16
LEGAL LIMITATIONS FOR LICENSURE .................................................................................................. 17
COST OF ATTENDANCE ............................................................................................................................. 17
APPLICATION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM ......................................................................................... 17
PROCESS FOR STUDENTS TO REQUEST RAPID SEQUENCE APPLICATION ................................... 18
PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................. 19
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................................... 21
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS .................................. 23
GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 25
Employment ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Student Nurses Association ........................................................................................................................ 25
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NURSING PROGRAM
ADMISSION HANDBOOK
Calendar Years 2024-2025
Delaware Technical Community College (“DTCC” or “College”) has an open admission policy. However,
the open admission policy does not mean an open curriculum. Some programs within the College have a
competitive application process. The Associate Degree (ADN) and Practical Nursing (PN) Programs are
oversubscribed programs; therefore, they are competitive in the admission of students.
Programs with limited seats and specific admission criteria may afford preference to residents of the State
of Delaware. Delaware residency is determined by the requirements contained in the College’s Residency
policy.
Applicants to the Nursing Program are responsible for the information described in the Admission
Handbook. Please read this Admission Handbook carefully.
The College, along with the Nursing Department, reserves the right to modify, change, or delete any or all
of the guidelines and procedures in whole or in part with or without notice. The College and the Nursing
Department further reserve the right to change without notice any academic or other requirements, course
offerings or course content.
All Delaware Technical Community College students are subject to the rules and regulations in the current
College Catalog/Student Handbook (https://dtcc.smartcatalogiq.com/Current/Catalog), the Nursing
Program Admission Handbook, and the Nursing Department Pre-Licensure Handbook. This handbook is
not intended to be a complete statement of all guidelines, procedures, rules, or regulations. As a student, it
is your responsibility to be familiar with the contents of the above-listed catalogs and handbooks.
The Associate Degree Nursing Program website for all Delaware Tech campuses can be viewed at:
https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/nursing
The Practical Nursing Studies Program website for all Delaware Tech campuses can be viewed at:
https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/practical-nursing-studies
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
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WELCOME
The Nursing faculty would like to welcome you to the Delaware Technical Community College Associate
Degree and Practical Nursing Program!
At the time of your admission into the College as a pre-clinical nursing student, you will be assigned to an
Academic Counselor and a Program Advisor who will assist you in selecting your courses. You should
communicate with these advisors every semester to facilitate a seamless transition into the Nursing
Program. It is strongly recommended that you regularly review all handbooks to remain familiar with the
policies that govern your education.
Accreditation Statement
The College and its campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624
Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher
Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the
Council for Higher Education Accreditation. In addition, several curricula have earned program-based
accreditation by various professional organizations.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
The Associate Degree and Practical Nursing programs at Delaware Technical Community College at the
Owens, Stanton, and Terry Campuses located in Georgetown, Stanton, and Dover, Delaware are
accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate
Degree and Practical Nursing program nursing programs is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs
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ADMISSIONS POLICY
Admission to the College
All students interested in a Nursing Program must first complete the admission and placement requirements
for the College. After completing these requirements, applicants will be classified as Associate of Science
- general (SCIAOSSCI) students.
To apply to the College, Students should:
1. Complete an application (online or in person) to the College
2. Request an official high school transcript or GED sent immediately to the home
Admissions Office. The Delaware Board of Nursing requires the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-
RN to sit for the NCLEX-RN to obtain a Delaware Nursing license.
3. Request official copies of any college transcripts sent immediately to the home
Admissions/Registrar’s Office for transfer credit consideration.
4. Contact the Advising Center to meet with an Academic Counselor.
5. All students declaring interest in the nursing program will be admitted to the Associate of
Science Degree program – Nursing Interest (PN or ADN) until accepted to the Nursing
Program. Information about this program can be found at
https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/nursing. Placement scores will be
reviewed and documented in the Student Information System (SIS).
6. The Nursing Program has specific requirements and limited seats to offer to qualified
students through a competitive admission process. In the competitive admission process,
qualified students are ranked based on their performance measures and completing
admission requirements. Performance measures include but are not limited to grades,
course pass attempts and scores on national examinations. Ranking is conducted each time
Program admission is open; therefore, a student’s chance of admission changes in relation
to the performance of other student applicants. In this process, Program admission is not
guaranteed to any student. The most current information about the competitive admission
process can be found at:
https://www.dtcc.edu/sites/default/files/nursing_competitive_admissions_process.pdf.
For further information, please visit the Admissions Office or the College website: https://www.dtcc.edu
or call the Student Support Center at (302) 857-1000.
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Submission of Transcripts
Students who have attended other institutions should contact the institutions to have official transcripts sent
to Admissions electronically or by mail to a campus address. All electronic transcripts must be sent directly
to the College from the academic institution. The transfer student webpage has additional information and
links.
All transcripts with potential transfer credits to be applied to the competitive admission process must be
submitted to the Admissions Office and evaluated before application to the Nursing Program.
LPN/Paramedic to RN (Advanced Placement) Experiential Credits
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and nationally certified paramedics (NREMT-P) may request Advanced
Placement status. Upon submission of proof of current, active, unencumbered licensure and acceptance to
the program, advanced placement students receive advanced credit for NUR 199 – Nursing Advanced
Credit (13 credits).
International Students
Delaware Tech welcomes members of the international community. Prospective "F-1" applicants who
intend to apply for a student visa must obtain the "Guidelines for Prospective F-1 Students" packet from
the Admissions Office. For more information, please visit the College's International Student website. Prior
to application to the Nursing Program, this evaluation should be completed and proof of high school
equivalency submitted for consideration.
Legal Status
Permanent or temporary resident aliens or undocumented are eligible to apply to the nursing program.
Students who do not have documentation of citizenship or legal status to be in the United States may be
unable to complete a comprehensive background check and, therefore, may not be able to attend the clinical
portion of the degree requirement. Students should check with the Board of Nursing in the state(s) where
they plan to apply for licensure regarding eligibility requirements. Students may also be unable to obtain
employment without valid documentation. Some program affiliates may require social security numbers or
additional documentation to participate in program experiences.
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TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS FOR NURSING STUDENTS
Technical Function
Ability to use senses
Motor Ability
Ability to Communicate
Ability to Problem Solve
Emotional Stability
Students with concerns about their ability to meet the Technical Requirements for the Nursing
Program should refer to the College web page https://www.dtcc.edu/student-resources/learning-
support/disability-services for information about the College commitment and compliance to the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Students must be able to meet the technical requirements
of the nursing program with or without accommodation. Concerns about reasonable
accommodations should be directed to the Disability Support Counselor.
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ACADEMIC PROGRESSION POLICY NURSING PROGRAM
The nursing program has two categories of courses that apply to the Academic Progression Policy:
designated related courses and clinical nursing courses. This policy applies to all Delaware Tech students
interested in applying to the Nursing Program regardless of campus or current/previous program majors.
Students may not appeal the academic progression policy.
If a student has a combination of any two W, F, or U grades in designated related courses or NUR courses
once admitted to the program and wishes to appeal the course grade, the student MUST appeal the grade
following the Academic Grade Challenge policy.
For academic progression in designated related courses, unofficial withdrawal grades (U) and withdrawal
(W) are treated as failing grades (F). Any student who receives two failing grades (U, F, or W) or a
combination in designated related courses will not be admitted to or permitted to progress in the Nursing
Program at Delaware Tech. This includes courses that students repeat in an attempt to improve a prior
grade. A higher grade will be considered for ranking purposes, but failing a repeated course will be counted
towards academic progression.
Designated Related Courses
*BIO 110 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 120 Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 121 Anatomy and Physiology II
* Practical Nursing (PN) only see below
In these circumstances, if the two unsuccessful grades in the designated related courses occur within a four-
year time frame, the student must wait two years from the date of the most recent U, F, or W grades before
applying for admission to the Nursing Program. The courses with either failing grades or withdrawal grades
that resulted in denial of admission or academic withdrawal from a nursing course must be successfully
completed before the student may reapply for admission to a Delaware Tech Nursing Program.
Any student who receives two failing grades (U), (F), or (W) or any combination of these grades in BIO
120 and/or BIO 121 may not include these courses for ranking in either nursing program application for
two years from the date of the most recent unsuccessful attempt. However, students may use BIO 110 for
the PN program competitive application ranking in addition to the other requirements.
Nursing (NUR) Courses
Unofficial withdrawal grades (U) are treated as failing grades (F) for academic progression in nursing
courses. Any student who receives two failing grades, U, F, or W, or a combination, in nursing courses will
not be permitted to progress in the Nursing Program. The student must wait two years before applying for
readmission to the Nursing Program and will be ranked with all other applicants. At the time of
reapplication, the student’s GPA must be 2.0 for the PN program.
Please note that prior unsuccessful attempts at designated related courses taken before admission to the
nursing program will not be carried forward in the progression policy. Students who attempt to appeal this
policy will be redirected to follow the Academic Grade Challenge policy published in the College Student
Handbook and must submit valid evidence to support a grade challenge for consideration of a change in
their course grade or for consideration to continue in the program. The academic progression policy stands
in the absence of a grade challenge that leads to a successful grade appeal.
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Students must pass both the theory and clinical components of a nursing course. If a student fails in either
component, they must retake the entire course and pass both.
Program enrollment and completion timeframe
● Students must maintain continuous enrollment in the Nursing Program.
● Students who fail one NUR course and wish to continue in the nursing program must meet with
a Nursing Instructional Coordinator and/or the PN Department Chair either concurrently or
separately to discuss their intentions. The student will be permitted to repeat the course based
on space availability.
● Students with a documented Hardship Withdrawal or approved absence may return on a seat-
available basis.
● Course of study for the Practical Nursing Diploma (PN) Program shall be completed within
two consecutive academic years from entrance into the first clinical course of the program.
● Course of study for the ADN program shall be completed within four (4) consecutive academic
years from entrance into the first clinical course of the program.
● Course of study for the advanced placement – ADN shall be completed within three (3)
consecutive academic years from the beginning of the first nursing second level course.
● Failure to complete a course of study within the designated time frame will result in the need
to repeat all nursing courses.
● When the academic progression is interrupted (U, F, or W grade in any NUR course), students
will return to the program on a course seat availability basis for the remainder of the program.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM (ADN) TO
PRACTICAL NURSING (PN) PROGRAM PATHWAY
Students can move from the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program to the Practical Nursing (PN)
Program. Students who choose this option are required to complete NUR 132 and NUR 133. Students
considering this option must contact the Nursing Department Instructional Director at the student’s
current/home campus to discuss their specific situation and request to transfer to the PN program, possibly
at another campus. Students who transfer to the PN program do not need to wait to apply to the program,
will follow the progression policy in the PN Student Handbook, and will be on a seat availability basis with
approval from the PN Department Chair.
If a student transfers to the PN Program following unsuccessful progression in the ADN Program, however,
there will be only one attempt to be successful in the remaining NUR courses required to complete the PN
Program. If this occurs, the student must wait two years to re-apply for admission into a nursing program
using the current ranking criteria.
Advanced Credit Matrix
Successful completion of NUR 170
Advanced Credit for NUR 131
Successful completion of NUR 181
Advanced Credit for NUR 134
Successful completion of NUR 201
Advanced Credit for NUR 135
After completing the PN Program and obtaining a Practical Nursing License, a student can apply for the
Advanced Placement Nursing Program in accordance with the competitive application cycle.
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ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION PROCESS
Minimum Cumulative GPA
To promote student success in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, the minimum cumulative
GPA required for application to the Nursing Program is 2.5. The Practical Nurse Program (PN) minimum
cumulative GPA required for application is 2.0. Evidence supports that a student’s GPA is a significant
indicator of success in a nursing program. Students applying to the program without having taken courses
at Delaware Tech may use the transfer GPA from their most recent college transcript on file.
ATI-TEAS Pre-Admission Examination Results
The Practical and Associate Degree Programs use the TEAS exam as the nursing entrance exam.
Information regarding scoring and ranking is published on the Nursing Program Application Requirement
lists at the end of this handbook. The nursing program uses the ATI TEAS exam total score for ranking
purposes. A minimum total score of 58.7 is required to be eligible to apply for the ADN and PN programs.
The ATI TEAS exam will be offered by the Division of Workforce Development and Community
Education at all three campuses. ATI TEAS scores are good for three years. Once a student has first taken
the TEAS, they can retest as often as every month. Retest dates must be equal to or greater than one (1)
month from the last test date, with no exceptions. If the exam dates are not one (1) month apart, the last
score will not be considered. The highest total score result within the last three (3) years will be used for
point calculations. Students with the same ranking score and total TEAS score will be ranked based upon
the English score. Applicants who complete the exam at a location outside of Delaware Tech must provide
results to the Nursing Department through ATI upon submission of their application. It is the student’s
responsibility to ensure that the TEAS test transcripts are received at the correct DTCC campus. Students
may request a copy of your TEAS transcripts be sent through ATI testing.com to the location they wish to
apply for a small fee.
The associate degree and practical nursing programs will accept TEAS test results completed through in-
person testing only. Online proctored exam scores will be accepted if taken before March 16, 2024, or with
proof of registration before March 16, 2024. The College will not accept new online proctored exam scores.
Competitive Application Process
Any student planning to be included in a competitive admission process to the Associate Degree Nursing
Program or Practical Nursing Program must complete an application online. A student can only apply to
one program at one campus for each application cycle. It is suggested to make a screenshot of your on-line
application or print out and keep the page confirming submission. Previously submitted applications will
not be considered. A ranking system is used to determine admission to the Nursing Program. Students who
complete the application process and meet the eligibility requirements will be included in the competitive
admission process. Once the seat availability closes for a specific application period, the student will be
removed from the clinical eligibility list and must reapply during a future application period.
Eligible students must complete and submit the required admission documents by the stated application
deadline to be considered for program admission. Please refer to the “Nursing Program Application
Requirement lists” pages, located at the end of this handbook for specific program information.
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STUDENT ADVISORY STATEMENT
I am accepting a clinical seat offered to me by the Associate Degree or Practical Nursing
department at Delaware Technical Community College with the knowledge that an affiliating
clinical site/healthcare facility may deny my participation in a required clinical experience because
of the following:
● my criminal history
● urine drug screen results
● prior termination from an affiliating clinical agency
● expulsion from a clinical agency for any reason, prohibiting clinical placement
● undocumented citizenship status in the U.S.
● lack of vaccination or immunization status
● previous employment issues with the affiliated clinical site
If I am denied participation in a required clinical experience by an affiliating clinical site/healthcare
facility because of any of the above reasons, or for any reason, I understand that I may not be able
to meet the clinical objectives of the nursing course, which may result in a failed grade for that
course and a possible withdrawal from the Nursing Program.
I also acknowledge that prior criminal convictions (even those expunged or pardoned) or future
criminal activity may prevent my ability to be approved to sit for the NCLEX exams as regulated
by the Board of Nursing in the State I choose to test.
I further understand that my participation and successful completion of the Associate Degree or
Practical Nursing Program at Delaware Technical Community College does not guarantee
employment placement or licensure.
By signing this advisory statement, I am giving permission for Delaware Technical Community
College to release my criminal history to any institution that may request it to determine whether
I may participate in a clinical experience at that institution.
My signature indicates that I have read the Nursing Program Admission Policy and am choosing
to accept a clinical seat in the Nursing Program.
Signature: ____________________________ Date:_____________________________________
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NURSING PROGRAM ADMISSION GUIDELINES
Most nursing courses in the Nursing Program have a clinical component that requires all students to
participate in prearranged clinical experiences at selected healthcare facilities. To participate in the clinical
experience, students must meet specific requirements established by the healthcare facilities. All applicants
to the Nursing Program must be able to meet these clinical requirements to be granted admission and to
continue coursework in the Nursing Program. The clinical requirements include but are not limited to the
following:
1. Background Inquiry
● State and federal criminal background checks
● Child and adult abuse registry inquiry
● Drug test/random drug testing
2. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
● American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
3. Health History
● Current immunizations and tuberculosis screening
● Physical examination demonstrating ability to perform technical functions of a
nursing student
The above information will be requested by the Nursing Department and/or clinical agencies as part of the
student’s file to ensure clinical readiness.
Criminal Background Inquiry
A student with a criminal history may be denied admission into the Nursing Program, licensure by the
Board of Nursing or be denied admission to or employment by a healthcare facility. Acceptance into the
Nursing Program or permission to participate in the clinical experience by a healthcare facility does not
guarantee eligibility for licensure.
Child and Adult Abuse Registry
Adult and child abuse registry inquiries will be required by healthcare facilities at a later date after
admission to the Nursing Program. These inquiries must be obtained just prior to the student’s attendance
for clinical rotations at the required healthcare facility. The facility will make the determination regarding
each student’s ability to participate in clinical experiences at that particular facility based upon the results
of the inquiry results. Students must meet the requirements of the healthcare facilities regarding the registry
inquiries to participate in the Nursing Program. Students whose inquiries do not meet the facility’s
requirements will not be able to participate in clinical experiences. Therefore, the student may be unable to
meet the clinical objectives of the Nursing Program.
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Drug Screening Policy
Pre-admission / Pre-clinical Screening:
Students granted initial admission to any allied health or nursing program at Delaware Technical and
Community College will be provided information regarding drug screenings and will be expected to adhere
to the substance abuse policy of the College. Screening will be scheduled and conducted according to
established guidelines at a cost agreed upon by the laboratory facility and College representatives. Costs
related to initial and random drug testing will be the responsibility of the student. Students who fail to
complete drug screening as required will forfeit their program seat and be prohibited from participation in
and completion of required courses in the program. Students who test positive on an initial drug screening
for program acceptance will forfeit the program seat.
Re-application or re-enrollment
Students who test positive on an initial drug screen or are dismissed from an allied health or nursing program
due to a positive drug screen may reapply or re-enroll in accordance with standard guidelines stipulated by
the applicable program and will have the same rights and responsibilities as those available to other
students. Following readmission or re-enrollment, a second positive drug screen will result in program
dismissal and terminate all eligibility for readmission into an allied health or nursing program.
Dilute Results:
Dilution is the process of reducing the concentration of the urine sample. Dilution may occur when an
individual consumes large quantities of water prior to testing, alters the sample after collection, or may be
caused by certain medical conditions. Dilute results will require a repeat screening within 24 hours. Failure
to produce a non-dilute and negative result after the repeat screening will result in immediate dismissal
from the program or preclude initial admission. Costs incurred for dilute screenings will be the
responsibility of the student.
Positive Screens:
No student drug-screening sample will be reported as positive before a Certified Medical Review Officer
from the screening agency has reviewed the results. Upon receipt of a positive drug screen notification, the
College designee will advise the student of consequences and impact on program completion. The College
encourages students to seek professional help for a drug related problem. Follow-up treatment will be at
the discretion of the student and all expenses incurred will be the responsibility of the student. With
exception of legal actions that require access to test results, all records will be secured with access limited
only to designated College officials.
Additional Screenings or Reasonable-Suspicion Screening During Clinical Experience:
Once a student enters an allied health/nursing program, they will be expected to comply with the clinical
sites’ specific policies and procedures as required for their clinical experience. Clinical facilities may
require additional drug screening, criminal background checks, fingerprinting, immunizations, etc. Failure
to comply with the required processes and produce negative results for any additional drug screenings will
jeopardize the student's ability to complete the enrolled program. Students are responsible for any costs
incurred for screenings and will be required to self- disclose results to designated program faculty. A
positive drug screen, without medical clearance, will result in immediate dismissal from the program and
the student will be assigned an “F” grade on the academic transcript. While participating in clinical
experiences and/or College activities, students may be required to submit to reasonable suspicion testing.
Reasonable suspicion is defined as follows: direct observation of drug use and/or the physical symptoms
or manifestations of being under the influence of a drug; the influence of a drug; abnormal conduct or erratic
behavior while in class or on the clinical unit; deterioration in performance; a report of drug use provided
by reliable and credible sources which has been independently corroborated; information that the individual
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has caused or contributed to an incident in a clinical agency; evidence of involvement in the use, possession,
sale, solicitation, or transfer of drugs while on the premises of the College or a clinical agency.
Negative drug screen results do not guarantee continuance in the clinical experience at assigned sites, as
final determination for continuance in the clinical experience is at the discretion of the clinical facility in
accordance with clinical agency requirements. Costs incurred for reasonable-suspicion screening will be
the responsibility of the student involved.
The College’s Drug-Free School and Workplace Policy can be found at:
https://dtcc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/Current/Catalog/Student-Policy/Drug-Free-School-and-Workplace-Policy
CPR Requirement
All nursing students are required to have current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) for Healthcare
Provider certification prior to enrollment in the Nursing Program. Current CPR certification is validated
each semester.
The following CPR cards will be accepted:
● American Heart Association – BLS Provider
If an online version of the above provider CPR course is available, it must include demonstration of skills
at a facility offering basic cardiac life support. It is the responsibility of students admitted to the Nursing
Program to maintain current CPR certification throughout the length of the Program. Nursing students will
not be allowed in the clinical setting if their CPR certification has expired. Clinical absences place nursing
students at risk for not meeting the clinical objectives of the course.
Physical Examination
Once offered a clinical seat in the Nursing Program, a student must complete a Delaware Technical
Community College Nursing Department History and Physical Examination form. This includes separate
documentation of immunizations completed by their healthcare provider. The student should refer to the
performance requirements listed under “Technical Functions for Nursing Students.”
When, in the judgment of the Nursing Department faculty, a concern arises for a student’s physical or
emotional well-being, or for patient/client safety, the faculty reserves the right to prohibit the student from
participating in any clinical activity until written documentation is provided from the student’s healthcare
provider or mental health professional stating that the student may continue to participate in the clinical
setting without restrictions. All documentation must be on the healthcare provider’s letterhead and include
a telephone number.
Immunizations and Screenings
Immunizations must be documented on the History and Physical Examination form.
Tuberculosis – Students in the Nursing Program are required to have yearly tuberculosis screening.
Screenings could include a Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) (formerly called PPD), T-SPOT.TB,
and/or Quantiferon Gold. Tuberculosis screenings must be completed within 12 months of beginning
clinical nursing courses. The results of the test must be submitted to the document management system. If
the TST (Mantoux) testing is positive, the following protocol will be used.
1. Obtain a chest x-ray and submit a copy of the report results to the document management
system.
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2. If chest x-ray results are negative: Obtain a statement from your healthcare provider that
includes the following information:
a) The student is currently without symptoms of tuberculosis. The student is cleared
to participate in the Nursing Program.
b) Bring the statement from the healthcare provider to the Department.
c) Annually, obtain a statement from the healthcare provider that states the student is
without TB symptoms and may participate in the Nursing Program. A chest x-ray
is not required annually.
3. If chest x-ray results are positive: The student will not be allowed in the clinical setting
until a negative chest x-ray and written medical release to participate in the Nursing
Program from a Healthcare provider is obtained.
4. It is the student’s responsibility to seek medical evaluation at any time that TB symptoms
appear. The Nursing Instructional/Clinical Coordinator must be notified if symptoms
develop.
5. If a student has received the BCG vaccine, they are exempt from TST. The student must
obtain a chest x-ray and submit a copy of the report to the document management system.
Flu – Students will be required to receive an annual flu vaccine. Students who decline must sign the
declination form and follow the agency's flu vaccine policy. Some agencies do not accept the waiver, which
may preclude a student from meeting clinical objectives.
TDAP – Every 10 years.
Hepatitis B – The Hepatitis B immunization series is strongly recommended for students participating in
the Nursing Program. Students should provide documentation of all Hepatitis B immunizations or sign a
waiver.
COVID – All students in nursing and allied health programs, both competitive and open admissions, must
be immunized against COVID-19 prior to registering for the first program-specific course (e.g., NUR,
OTA). Nursing and allied health students must also obtain any boosters required by the clinical site(s) to
which they have been assigned to continue in their program. The College will not coordinate clinical
placements based on vaccination status.
Many facilities that offer internships, observations, and allied health and nursing clinicals require faculty
and students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. These off-campus experiential learning experiences are
a required component of nursing and allied health program curricula as required by program accrediting
agencies and state licensing authorities, so all must be successfully completed by a student in order for them
to graduate. In fulfilling the requirements by accrediting bodies and state licensing authorities, students
must attend clinical rotations throughout several facilities to gain experience in the field and have
opportunities to achieve clinical competency in various settings with exposure to a variety of patient
populations.
Although the College will consider religious and medical exemptions as a reasonable accommodation under
the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, off-site facilities that require COVID-19 vaccination
may not provide accommodations for religious or medical exemptions. Students requesting an exemption
from these healthcare facilities or clinical sites must contact the instructional coordinator at their campus
to determine if the affiliated healthcare facilities or clinical sites will accept the religious or medical
exemption(s). Students should contact the instructional coordinator at their campus with any questions.
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Immunization and Screening Disclaimer
Students may be required to have additional immunization or titers based on clinical agency requirements.
It is the responsibility of students admitted to the Nursing Program to maintain current immunizations.
Nursing students will not be allowed in the clinical setting if their immunizations have expired. Clinical
absences may place nursing students at risk for not meeting the clinical objectives of the course.
Change in Health Status
The initial history and physical exam completed at the time of admission into the Nursing Program is valid
while a student is actively enrolled. This form must include all medical conditions and prescribed
medications. Any student enrolled in NUR courses that takes a break for non-medical reasons will need to
report to the Department Chair or designee with documentation of updated clinical requirements before re-
admittance into a NUR course.
A student whose health status changes while in the Nursing Program (i.e., injury, major acute/chronic
illness, pregnancy, surgical procedures) must notify the Department Chair or designee and update their
medical file to include any change in or newly prescribed medication prior to attending theory/lab/clinical
activities. Documentation obtained from a healthcare provider must state the student may participate in
theory/lab/clinical activities without restrictions; this documentation must be presented at the time of
readmission into a NUR course. All documentation must be on the healthcare provider’s letterhead,
including a telephone number. Students with restrictive devices or aides (e.g., casts, splints, immobilizers,
crutches/canes, etc.) may not be able to participate in clinical activities as determined by the clinical site.
Any student who needs to withdraw from a course must notify the instructional coordinator and will return
on a seat-available basis. Any student who is unable to register or return for the next semester, the student
must notify the instructional coordinator.
Infectious Diseases
The Nursing Department provides training and education on the use of standard precautions when providing
care to patients. Students are required to use standard precautions when providing nursing care.
Students with infections who would likely transmit that infection to others will not be permitted in the
lab/clinical setting. Nursing faculty reserve the right to remove a student with an infectious condition from
the lab/clinical setting.
Latex Sensitivity/Allergy
It is the student’s responsibility to notify the Nursing Department of a latex sensitivity/allergy. Students
with a latex sensitivity/allergy must provide to the campus ADA contact in the Division of Student Services
documentation of the specific sensitivity/allergy with suggested safety guidelines from the healthcare
provider to request a reasonable accommodation. Students will also be required to sign a release of
information regarding the latex sensitivity/allergy that will be shared each semester with the clinical agency
where the student has clinical experiences.
Students with concerns about their ability to meet the Technical Functions for Nursing Students should
refer to the College web page https://www.dtcc.edu/student-resources/learning-support/disability-services
for information about the College commitment and compliance to the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1992. Students must be able to meet the Technical Functions for Nursing Students with or without
accommodation. Concerns about reasonable accommodations should be directed to the campus ADA
contact.
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LEGAL LIMITATIONS FOR LICENSURE
To be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), the Delaware Board of
Nursing outlines in its rules and regulations the following licensure requirements: Delaware Code Online
COST OF ATTENDANCE
There are expenses for nursing students that exceed the Cost of Attendance defined by Delaware Tech due
to the complexity of healthcare and specific resources required as part of the nursing curriculum. Increased
costs include uniforms, lab supplies, textbooks, nursing education software such as ATI and computerized
exam programs. The costs are outlined in program orientation prior to the start of classes and can also be
obtained by contacting your Program Advisor.
APPLICATION TO THE NURSING PROGRAM
To apply to a Nursing Program, please refer to the checklists located at the end of this Admissions
Handbook to assure all requirements have been met prior to submission of an application. Applications may
only be submitted at one campus per application period. Students can only apply for one nursing program
per application period.
● Please submit the application for Practical Nursing, Advanced Placement, and Associate
Degree Nursing using this link: http://go.dtcc.edu/nurseApp
All applications are reviewed and points are totaled to determine admission. Applicants are ranked using a
point system. Please refer to the section Program Requirements in this handbook for a description of
scoring. If there is a tie at the cutoff point for admission, meaning two (2) students have the same number
of points, the ATI TEAS total score will be used as the measure to break the tie in points. If there is also a
tie in the ATI TEAS score, the TEAS English score is used to determine selection for the seat in the program.
Once a student accepts a clinical seat in the PN program, the student is ineligible to apply for a seat in the
ADN program unless they withdraw from the PN program.
Once accepted to the Nursing Program, students are expected to maintain continuous enrollment in nursing
courses. If a student does not return or register for their next expected course for any reason, they must meet
with the Instructional Director and/or the Instructional Coordinator to discuss the circumstances.
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PROCESS FOR STUDENTS TO REQUEST RAPID SEQUENCE
APPLICATION
A rapid sequence option is available for individuals who are admitted to the College and are high school
graduates within the past academic year or have priority of service (POS) status. Rapid sequence students
would be required to complete the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program following the five-semester
course sequence sheet, allowing them to apply to the Nursing Program in their first semester at the College.
Students must declare their intent to follow this pathway by meeting with their academic advisor and the
Nursing Instructional Director at the student’s campus of choice, signing an agreement of intent, and
submitting a paper application. The completed, signed agreement and application must be submitted no
later than March 15 for an August start or August 15 for a January start.
To be eligible for this admission pathway a student must meet/agree to the following criteria:
● Transfer credits that meet requisite requirements (transfer students only)
● Register for semester one ADN course sequence designated courses, unless exempt.
Acceptance into a clinical seat is contingent on:
● Official high school transcript/GED/US Equivalency Letter for high school is on file at the
college
● Students may earn advanced credit for HLH 123 with proof of current valid Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate, current valid certified clinical medical assistant
certificate, or with six (6) months of experience as a patient care technician or home health
aide with a letter from their employer.
● Successful completion of BIO 120 and MAT 152 or equivalent College level math with a
C or better prior to start of NUR courses.
● A minimum composite score of 58.7 on the ATI TEAS prior to application.
A student who meets the criteria will be included in the competitive application process for the March 15
or August 15 deadline, depending on the time they make an application. Students selecting this pathway
must meet all of the eligibility requirements for application to the Associate Degree Nursing Program
published in the handbook to be considered for a clinical seat.
If you select the rapid sequence option, you agree to complete the Nursing Program in the five-semester
sequence. Your application will be ranked and evaluated for admission when the acceptance requirements
are completed at the end of the student’s first semester at DTCC. Students must meet with their Nursing
Instructional Director to sign the intent form. If accepted to the program after ranking, a seat in the Nursing
Program will be available.
Rapid Sequence Intent Form
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PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Students applying to the Practical Nursing Program at Delaware Technical Community College must meet the following
requirements.
- Official high school transcript/GED/US equivalency letter for high school is on file at the College. This is a
requirement of Delaware state law. You must have this on file prior to applying to take the NCLEX in the State of
Delaware.
- Achieve an academic standing minimum of 2.0 GPA
- Students applying to the program without having taken courses at Delaware Tech may use the transfer GPA from
their most recent college transcript on file
PRE-ADMISSION EXAM* - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
ATI TEAS – Total Score divided by 10
Minimum Score = 58.7%
66% = 6.60 pts
74% = 7.40 pts
82% = 8.20 pts
90% = 9 pts
98% = 9.80 pts
58.7% = 5.87 points (pts)
66.7% = 6.67 pts
74.7% = 7.47 pts
82.7% = 8.27 pts
90.7% = 9.07 pts
98.7% = 9.87 pts
59.3% = 5.93 pts
67.3% = 6.73 pts
75.3% = 7.53 pts
83.3% = 8.33 pts
91.3% = 9.13 pts
99.3% = 9.93 pts
60% = 6 pts
68% = 6.80 pts
76% = 7.60 pts
84% = 8.40 pts
92% = 9.20 pts
100% = 10 pts
60.7% = 6.07 pts
68.7% = 6.87 pts
76.7% = 7.67 pts
84.7% = 8.47 pts
92.7% = 9.27 pts
61.3% = 6.13 pts
69.3% = 6.93 pts
77.3% = 7.73 pts
85.3% = 8.53 pts
93.3% = 9.33 pts
62% = 6.20 pts
70% = 7 pts
78% = 7.80 pts
86% = 8.60 pts
94% = 9.40 pts
62.7% = 6.27 pts
70.7% = 7.07 pts
78.7% = 7.87 pts
86.7% = 8.67 pts
94.7% = 9.47 pts
63.3% = 6.33 pts
71.3% = 7.13 pts
79.3% = 7.93 pts
87.3% = 8.73 pts
95.3% = 9.53 pts
64% = 6.40 pts
72% = 7.20 pts
80% = 8 pts
88% = 8.80 pts
96% = 9.60 pts
64.7% = 6.47 pts
72.7% = 7.27 pts
80.7% = 8.07 pts
88.7% = 8.87 pts
96.7% = 9.67 pts
65.3% = 6.53 pts
73.3% = 7.33 pts
81.3% = 8.13 pts
89.3% = 8.93 pts
97.3% = 9.73 pts
*Note: (1) Retest dates must be equal to or greater than one (1) month from the last test date, no exceptions. If the exam dates
are not one (1) month apart, the last score will not be considered. (2) The highest total score result within the last 3 years will
be used for point calculations. (3) Students with the same ranking score and total TEAS score will be ranked based upon the
English score. Applicants who complete the exam at a location outside of Delaware Tech must provide results to the Nursing
Department through ATI upon submission of their application. Beginning on March 16, 2024, the associate degree and practical
nursing programs will accept TEAS test results completed through in-person testing only. Online proctored exam scores will
be accepted if taken before March 16, 2024, or with proof of registration before March 16, 2024. The College will not accept
new online proctored exam scores.
- Quantitative Reasoning is the recommended math course for nursing majors; however, any Delaware Tech
college-level math course other than MAT 125, 172, 173, 211, 212, 213, or 274 will meet the application
requirement.
- Delaware residents will receive two (2) points towards their point ranking. * Program Admission Points
OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT/GED/EQUIVALENCY
GRADE POINT AVERAGE - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
QUANTITATIVE REASONING (MAT 152)- REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
DELAWARE RESIDENCE
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Essentials -Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 110)- maximum of 4 points
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
*Program Admission Points: A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
*Students may opt to take Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 120) and Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 121) in place of
Essentials-Anatomy and Physiology (BIO 110) in preparation for Advanced Placement status. To use for Program
ranking, both courses must be completed prior to application. Maximum points for BIO 120 and 121 of 8 points.
*Program Admission Points: Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO120)
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based on course
score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
*Program Admission Points: Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO121)
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based on course
score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
- Delaware Technical and Community College's Allied Health and Nursing competitive admission processes will
provide legally required Priority of Service in program admission for eligible veterans or eligible spouses. If you
believe you are eligible for Priority of Service and have not already officially notified the College, you must self-
identify and provide any required documentation to the campus Veterans Affairs Academic Counselor prior to the
application deadline. If you are unsure of your eligibility, please contact your campus' Veteran Services Academic
Counselor for more information.
Upon acceptance to the Program, the following information will be requested:
Criminal Background, Adult/Child Abuse Registry Inquiry, Drug Screen, Proof of Immunizations, and Physical Exam
Applications for admission to the PN Nursing Program are accepted once a year on or before May 15th for an August
seat in the full-time evening program at the Owens campus or the full-time day program at the Stanton campus, and
August 15th for a January seat for the full-time day program at the Terry Campus.
*Program Admission Points are totaled to determine point ranking, and subsequently, selection of seats.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (BIO 110 or both BIO 120 & 121)- REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DIPLOMA COMPLETION
For additional information, please visit your Program Advisor at:
https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/nursing
PRIORITY OF SERVICE (POS)
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Students who currently hold an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or a National Registry of Emergency medical
Technicians or Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification may pursue an Associate Degree by bridging to the second level of the
ADN Nursing Program. Students applying to the Advanced Placement Associate Degree Nursing Program at Delaware
Technical Community College - Owens, Stanton, or Terry Campus, must meet the following requirements.
The requirements below are for admission to a clinical seat only and do not constitute the complete requirements to
graduate. See the Course Sequence Sheet for all program requirements.
- Official high school transcript/GED/US equivalency letter for high school is on file at the College. This is a requirement of
Delaware state law. You must have this on file prior to applying for to take the NCLEX in the State of Delaware
- Official transcript from an LPN or Paramedic Program is on file at the College.
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based on course score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
*Program Admission Points: A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based on course score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
*Program Admission Points: A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
- Quantitative Reasoning is the recommended math course for nursing majors; however, any Delaware Tech college-level
math course other than MAT 125, 172, 173, 211, 212, 213, or 274 will meet the application requirement.
- Achieve an academic standing minimum of 2.5 GPA
- Students applying to the program without having taken courses at Delaware Tech may use the transfer GPA from their
most recent college transcript on file
OFFICIAL LPN OR PARAMEDIC TRANSCRIPT - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II (BIO 121)- REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
GRADE POINT AVERAGE - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
COPY OF CURRENT LPN LICENSE OR NREMT-P CERTIFICATION/LICENSE - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM
APPLICATION
OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT/GED/EQUIVALENCY
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I (BIO 120) - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
QUANTITATIVE REASONING (MAT 152)- REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
PRE-ADMISSION EXAM (RN)* - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
* Program Admission Points:
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ATI TEAS – Total Score divided by 10
Minimum Score = 58.7%
66% = 6.60 pts
74% = 7.40 pts
82% = 8.20 pts
90% = 9 pts
98% = 9.80 pts
58.7% = 5.87 points (pts)
66.7% = 6.67 pts
74.7% = 7.47 pts
82.7% = 8.27 pts
90.7% = 9.07 pts
98.7% = 9.87 pts
59.3% = 5.93 pts
67.3% = 6.73 pts
75.3% = 7.53 pts
83.3% = 8.33 pts
91.3% = 9.13 pts
99.3% = 9.93 pts
60% = 6 pts
68% = 6.80 pts
76% = 7.60 pts
84% = 8.40 pts
92% = 9.20 pts
100% = 10 pts
60.7% = 6.07 pts
68.7% = 6.87 pts
76.7% = 7.67 pts
84.7% = 8.47 pts
92.7% = 9.27 pts
61.3% = 6.13 pts
69.3% = 6.93 pts
77.3% = 7.73 pts
85.3% = 8.53 pts
93.3% = 9.33 pts
62% = 6.20 pts
70% = 7 pts
78% = 7.80 pts
86% = 8.60 pts
94% = 9.40 pts
62.7% = 6.27 pts
70.7% = 7.07 pts
78.7% = 7.87 pts
86.7% = 8.67 pts
94.7% = 9.47 pts
63.3% = 6.33 pts
71.3% = 7.13 pts
79.3% = 7.93 pts
87.3% = 8.73 pts
95.3% = 9.53 pts
64% = 6.40 pts
72% = 7.20 pts
80% = 8 pts
88% = 8.80 pts
96% = 9.60 pts
64.7% = 6.47 pts
72.7% = 7.27 pts
80.7% = 8.07 pts
88.7% = 8.87 pts
96.7% = 9.67 pts
65.3% = 6.53 pts
73.3% = 7.33 pts
81.3% = 8.13 pts
89.3% = 8.93 pts
97.3% = 9.73 pts
Minimum Score is a 58.7%
*Note: (1) Retest dates must be equal to or greater than one (1) month from the last test date, no exceptions. If
the exam dates are not one (1) month apart, the last score will not be considered. (2) The highest total score result
within the last three (3) years will be used for point calculations. (3) Students with the same ranking score and
total TEAS score will be ranked based upon the English score. Applicants who complete the exam at a location
outside of Delaware Tech must provide results to the Nursing Department through ATI upon submission of their
application. Beginning on March 16, 2024, the associate degree and practical nursing programs will accept TEAS
test results completed through in-person testing only. Online proctored exam scores will be accepted if taken
before March 16, 2024, or with proof of registration before March 16, 2024. The College will not accept new
online proctored exam scores.
- Delaware residents will receive two (2) points towards their point ranking.
- Delaware Technical Community College's Allied Health and Nursing competitive admission processes will provide legally
required Priority of Service in program admission for eligible veterans or eligible spouses. If you believe you are eligible for
Priority of Service and have not already officially notified the College, you must self-identify and provide any required
documentation to the campus Veterans Affairs Academic Counselor prior to the application deadline. If you are unsure of
your eligibility, please contact your campus' Veteran Services Academic Counselor for more information.
Upon acceptance to the Program, the following information will be requested:
- Criminal Background, Adult/Child Abuse Registry Inquiry, Drug Screen, Proof of Immunizations, and a Physical Exam
Applications for admission to the ADN Advanced Placement Nursing Program are accepted twice a year on or before
March 15
th
for an August seat, and August 15
th
for a January seat at all three campus locations.
*Program Admission Points are totaled to determine point ranking, and subsequently, selection of seats.
DELAWARE RESIDENCE * Program Admission Points:
PRIORITY OF SERVICE (POS)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE COMPLETION
For additional information, please visit your Program Advisor or log in to:
https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/nursing
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Students applying to the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Delaware Technical Community College – Owens,
Stanton, or Terry Campus, must meet the following requirements.
The requirements below are for admission to a clinical seat only and does not constitute the complete requirements to
graduate. See the Course Sequence Sheet for all program requirements.
- Official high school transcript/GED/US equivalency letter for high school is on file at the College. This is a
requirement of Delaware State Law. You must have this on file prior to applying for to take the NCLEX in the
State of Delaware.
- Completion with a C or better at Delaware Tech or
- Approved transfer equivalent course to Delaware Tech (points based on course score) or
- Credit by Exam (points based on exam score)
* Program Admission Points: A = 4 points: B = 3 points: C = 2 points:
PRE-ADMISSION EXAM (RN)* - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
Program Admission Points:
ATI TEAS – Total Score divided by 10
Minimum Score = 58.7%
66% = 6.60 pts
74% = 7.40 pts
82% = 8.20 pts
90% = 9 pts
98% = 9.80 pts
58.7% = 5.87 points (pts)
66.7% = 6.67 pts
74.7% = 7.47 pts
82.7% = 8.27 pts
90.7% = 9.07 pts
98.7% = 9.87 pts
59.3% = 5.93 pts
67.3% = 6.73 pts
75.3% = 7.53 pts
83.3% = 8.33 pts
91.3% = 9.13 pts
99.3% = 9.93 pts
60% = 6 pts
68% = 6.80 pts
76% = 7.60 pts
84% = 8.40 pts
92% = 9.20 pts
100% = 10 pts
60.7% = 6.07 pts
68.7% = 6.87 pts
76.7% = 7.67 pts
84.7% = 8.47 pts
92.7% = 9.27 pts
61.3% = 6.13 pts
69.3% = 6.93 pts
77.3% = 7.73 pts
85.3% = 8.53 pts
93.3% = 9.33 pts
62% = 6.20 pts
70% = 7 pts
78% = 7.80 pts
86% = 8.60 pts
94% = 9.40 pts
62.7% = 6.27 pts
70.7% = 7.07 pts
78.7% = 7.87 pts
86.7% = 8.67 pts
94.7% = 9.47 pts
63.3% = 6.33 pts
71.3% = 7.13 pts
79.3% = 7.93 pts
87.3% = 8.73 pts
95.3% = 9.53 pts
64% = 6.40 pts
72% = 7.20 pts
80% = 8 pts
88% = 8.80 pts
96% = 9.60 pts
64.7% = 6.47 pts
72.7% = 7.27 pts
80.7% = 8.07 pts
88.7% = 8.87 pts
96.7% = 9.67 pts
65.3% = 6.53 pts
73.3% = 7.33 pts
81.3% = 8.13 pts
89.3% = 8.93 pts
97.3% = 9.73 pts
*Note: (1) Retest dates must be equal to or greater than one (1) month from the last test date, no exceptions. If
the exam dates are not one (1) month apart, the last score will not be considered. (2) The highest total score result
within the last three (3) years will be used for point calculations. (3) Students with the same ranking score and
total TEAS score will be ranked based upon the English score. Applicants who complete the exam at a location
outside of Delaware Tech must provide results to the Nursing Department through ATI upon submission of their
application. Beginning on March 16, 2024, the associate degree and practical nursing programs will accept TEAS
test results completed through in-person testing only. Online proctored exam scores will be accepted if taken
before March 16, 2024, or with proof of registration before March 16, 2024. The College will not accept new
online proctored exam scores.
OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT/GED/EQUIVALENCY
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (BIO 120) - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
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- Students may earn advanced credit for HLH 123 with proof of current valid Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) certificate, current valid certified clinical medical assistant certificate, or with 6 months of
experience as a patient care technician or home health aide with a letter from their employer.
- Completion of HLH130 (Nurse Assistant Course) with a C grade or better.
- Completion of HLH123 (Concepts of Patient Care) with a C grade or better prior to application for a clinical seat
- Quantitative Reasoning is the recommended math course for nursing majors; however, any Delaware Tech
college-level math course other than MAT 125, 172, 173, 211, 212, 213, or 274 will meet the application
requirement.
- Achieve an academic standing minimum of 2.5 GPA
- Students applying to the program without having taken courses at Delaware Tech may use the transfer GPA
from their most recent college transcript on file
- Delaware residents will receive two (2) points towards their point ranking.
- Delaware Technical Community College's Allied Health and Nursing competitive admission processes will provide
legally required Priority of Service in program admission for eligible veterans or eligible spouses. If you believe you
are eligible for Priority of Service and have not already officially notified the College, you must self-identify and
provide any required documentation to the campus Veterans Affairs Academic Counselor prior to the application
deadline. If you are unsure of your eligibility, please contact your campus' Veteran Services Academic Counselor
for more information.
See Associate Degree Nursing Program Course Sequence Sheet for additional program courses. Upon acceptance to the
Program, the following information will be requested:
- Criminal Background, Adult/Child Abuse Registry Inquiry, Drug Screen, Proof of Immunizations, and Physical Exam
Applications for admission to the ADN Nursing Program are accepted twice a year on or before March 15
th
for an August seat, and August 15
th
for a January seat at the Owens, Stanton and Terry Campuses.
*Program Admission Points are totaled to determine point ranking, and subsequently, selection of seats,
maximum points = 16 points.
CONCEPTS OF PATIENT CARE (HLH 123) - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE COMPLETION
QUANTITATIVE REASONING (MAT 152)- REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
GRADE POINT AVERAGE - REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM APPLICATION
DELAWARE RESIDENCE * Program Admission Points:
PRIORITY OF SERVICE (POS)
For additional information, please visit your Program Advisor or log in
to: https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/nursing
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Employment
The Nursing Program is challenging and fast paced. Clinical courses require extensive hours on campus
and in preparation to meet course requirements. Full time employment while taking clinical courses is
strongly discouraged. Students, who must work in addition to taking classes, will be expected to meet all
course requirements.
Student Nurses Association
The Student Nurses Association (SNA) is a College-supported organization that promotes communication
between students, students and faculty, other student organizations, and the College community. The
purpose of the Student Nurses Association is to promote the profession of nursing, support students and
activities in the Nursing Program, and encourage participation in health promotional activities within the
community.
All nursing students interested in the Nursing Program may attend Student Nurses Association meetings.
Dates of the meetings are posted on the SNA bulletin board and on the SNA website at the beginning of
each semester. Programs are designed to provide information on current topics of interest. Dues collected
are used to defray the cost of chapter activities.
Members of the Student Nurses Association may join the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA),
which affords membership in the Delaware Student Nurses Association. NSNA offers opportunities to
develop leadership skills, apply for scholarships/grants, and to meet and work with nursing student leaders
from other schools and states.
The faculty of Delaware Technical Community College Nursing Program look
forward to welcoming you and assisting you in any way. Please call the Student
Support Center with any questions: (302) 857-1000
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