Getting Started - F.A.Qs
You know you want to get started in Delaware Tech's Nursing Program, but you don't know how. Here are the answers to your questions.
 1. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO APPLY TO THE PROGRAM?
Students who are interested in applying to the nursing program must first apply to the College. Click Here for more information on the application process.
Once admitted to the College, application to the nursing program can be made by applying to take the NLN preadmission examination. The prospective student must have successfully completed, RDG 120- Critical Reading and Thinking and CHM 100 - Basic Chemistry or CHM 110 - General Chemistry.
High school level chemistry or college level chemistry transferred from another college or university (with a grade of C or better) completed within the last 5 years or Delaware Tech chemistry (with a grade of C or better) completed within the last 10 years may be substituted for the chemistry requirement.
2. WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
All prospective students must attend a Nursing Information Session. Information sessions are offered one to two times each month. Dates and times can be obtained by calling (302) 888-5288.
3. HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR THE NLN PREADMISSION TEST?
The NLN preadmission exam is given at specific times each year. The nursing counselor will post registration dates for the NLN Pre-Admission Exam on the bulletin board outside the counselor's office and on the Prospective Nursing Student Web site. Testing seats are filled on a first come, first serve basis.
4. HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR THE NLN PREADMISSION TEST?
The NLN preadmission test looks at basic concepts in science, math, and reading. There are a variety of preparation books available on reserve in the library. Books may also be purchased from the College bookstore as well as from local bookstores.
5. CAN I STILL APPLY IF I DO NOT PASS THE NLN PREADMISSION TEST?
Students who do not achieve the minimum score on the NLN Preadmission Exam may seek admission under the GPA admission criteria. The GPA admission criteria require that a student have a GPA of 2.50 or greater in the following courses:
BIO 120 - Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 121 - Anatomy and Physiology II
6. WHEN CAN I APPLY?
Prospective students should apply to the clinical component of the nursing program approximately one year before they plan to begin taking clinical courses.
7. CAN I RECEIVE ADVANCED PLACEMENT IF I AM AN LPN?
Nurses with a current LPN license may apply to the program as an LPN. LPNs are required to take the Nursing Mobility Profile I, Book One: Foundations of Nursing and Book Two: Nursing Care during Childbearing and Nursing Care of Children. Results of these exams are used to assist in placement of the LPN within the program.
LPN's are also required to successfully complete NUR 145 - LPN to RN Role Transition prior to beginning clinical nursing courses.
8. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GRADUATE?
While the nursing program is designed to be completed in 5 semesters, many students choose to take most or all of the related courses before they begin the clinical courses.
9. WHAT ARE RELATED COURSES?
Related courses are classes that are designed to support the theory required for clinical courses. There are several related courses in the sciences, social sciences, and English that are required in addition to the eight clinical nursing courses. Please refer to the ADN Recommended Course Sequence Sheet when planning your schedule.
10. WHAT ARE CLINICAL COURSES?
Clinical courses are nursing classes that include classroom instruction and a practice component in a clinical setting. There are eight clinical courses that must be taken in sequence. Two clinical courses may be taken each semester.
11. WHEN CAN I START CLINICAL COURSES?
The admission process takes place approximately one year before the anticipated start of clinical courses. Clinical spaces are offered after a student has successfully taken the NLN preadmission test and completed their nursing admission folder.
12. IS THERE AN EVENING PROGRAM?
Currently there is no evening component. Each clinical nursing course offers one section that meets between 2:00 and 6:00 in the afternoon. Most clinical courses offer an evening clinical rotation, between 2:30 and 9:30 P.M.
13. WILL I BE A FULL TIME STUDENT WHEN I TAKE
CLINICAL NURSING COURSES?
Each clinical nursing course is 5 credits. Students may take two clinical nursing courses each semester for a total of 10 credits. The College requires students to carry 12 credits in order to be considered a full time student.
14. WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO WHEN I GRADUATE?
The Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares graduates to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX exam, the nurse may apply for licensure in any state as a registered nurse (RN). Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing Program work in acute care hospitals, long term care facilities, and community and business settings.
15. CAN I WORK WHILE I AM TAKING COURSES?
The Associate Degree Nursing Program is demanding and fast-paced. Clinical courses require extensive hours on campus and in course preparation. Full time employment is strongly discouraged. Students who must work in addition to taking classes are encouraged to seek part time employment in a related health care setting.
For changes/update, please refer to the current Nursing Admission Handbook, or see your counselor/advisor.
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