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The nursing program at Dutchess Community College prepares the student to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). After successful completion, the A.A.S. graduate is eligible to sit for the New York State licensing exam (NCLEX).
Classroom lectures, college laboratory practice, and clinical experiences in local health care facilities prepare the student for professional practice.
Is the program accredited?
This program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, 33rd floor, New York, New York 10006 (800) 669-9656. The curriculum combines general education requirements with nursing courses for a total of 70-71 credits. The NLNAC can be found on the Internet at www.nlnac.org.
How long is the program?
Students may pursue full-time or part-time study. There is a sequence of 4 semesters of nursing courses that cannot be shortened. Many students follow part-time study and complete the program over 3-4 years.
Students must complete any required remedial course work prior to registering for nursing courses. This will increase the length of time necessary to complete the program.
Where do I start?
Potential full time or part time students who are either high school or GED graduates and legal residents may apply for admission to the college. All entering students must take a series of tests, called ASSET testing, in the areas of math, reading, English, and science. The results of these tests provide the basis for appropriate placement in college courses. Some students may be required to take remedial courses. Part-time students should also apply for matriculation, which means declaration of a major course of study.
What makes me a legal resident?
It is now the policy of DCC to require students entering the nursing AAS program to be legal residents of Dutchess or Putnam County. To prove residence, you must have resided in Dutchess or Putnam County for six months and New York State for one year.
After I matriculate can I register for nursing courses?
Registration for nursing courses is always dependent on a space available basis. If there are more eligible students than space availability, students are selected on a priority ranking using the following criteria:
- residence in the service area of Dutchess Community
- College (Dutchess County and Putnam County)
- good academic standing
- required, accumulated credits (maximum 37)
- date of matriculation
- grade point average (minimum of 2.75)
What if I have transfer credits?
Official transcripts must be on file for review. Courses with grades of C or better will be evaluated for transfer. There is a five (5) year limitation on the age of ALL Biology courses required for the degree. NO NURSING COURSES WILL BE TRANSFERRED.
Are the courses offered in both the day and evening?
There is a day and evening program; however, the evening program is strictly a part-time one. Students must complete 37 required credits of general education requirements prior to entering the nursing sequence. There are a limited number of seats in the evening program. Students are selected on a priority ranking:
- residence in the service area of Dutchess Community
- College (Dutchess County and Putnam County)
- good academic standing
- required, accumulated credits (maximum 37)
- date of matriculation
- grade point average (minimum of 2.75)
Whom should I contact?
For full time: Call Admissions: (845) 431-8010
For part time: Call Registrar's Office: (845) 431-8020
Faculty in the Department of Nursing are also available to answer specific questions at (845) 431-8570.
After graduation is there anything that would prevent me from sitting for the licensing exam?
Graduation from the program does not guarantee admittance to the licensing examination. Individuals who have prior convictions, felony or misdemeanor, exclusive of parking violations, are advised to contact the New York State Board of Nursing for advice on the legal limitations for licensure.
(518-474-1593)
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