First Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPRS 1304 - Basic Health Profession Skills (FY) **(Offered on a continuous basis, May not transfer - see notes) | 3 | - | ||
| EDUC 1100 or PSYC 1100 - Learning Frameworks | 1 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC 2301 - General Psychology (FY) 1(Offered on a continuous basis, Required for progression) | 3 | 080 | ||
| BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I (FY) 1(Offered on a continuous basis, Required for progression) | 4 | 030 |
Spring Semester
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 2402 - Anatomy and Physiology II (FY) 1(Offered on a continuous basis, Required for progression) | 4 | 030 | ||
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY) 1(Offered on a continuous basis, Required for progression) | 3 | 010 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any course from the Creative Arts Core (FY) 2(Offered on a continuous basis, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 050 | ||
| PSYC 2314 - Lifespan and Growth Development (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1302 - Composition II (FY) 1(Offered on a continuous basis, Required for progression) | 3 | 010 | ||
| Any course from Language, Philosophy, Culture Core (FY) 2(Offered on a continuous basis, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 040 |
Second Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
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First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1301 - United States History I (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 060 | ||
| BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Health Science 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 4 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1302 - United States History II (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 060 | ||
| BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy (FY) 2(Offered on a continuous basis, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | - |
Spring Semester
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16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CHEM 1405 - Introduction to Chemistry and the Environment 2 or CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) |
4 | 090 |
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2305 - Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 070 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2306 - Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 070 | ||
| SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology (FY) 2(Offered on a continuous basis, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 1442 - Elementary Statistical Methods (FY) 2(Offered on a continuous basis, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 4 | 020 |
Important Notes
Note **: This course may not transfer to a university, but it is highly recommended for all AS Pre-Nursing majors. If you have any questions regarding transfer, please meet with an academic advisor.
Note 1: Must be successfully completed in order to progress in the AS Pre-Nursing degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
FOS: Field of Study Course.
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Transfer Outlook
The AS PRE-NURSING degree can lead to university transfer for a Bachelor of Science in the following areas:
- Nursing (BSN)
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- Associate Degree in Nursing-Bridging
- Vocational Nursing Certification
Important: AS PRE-NURSING students interested in these bachelor's degrees must work with an academic advisor to determine transferable course work.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
- Vocational Nurse: $46,072 (Certificate + State License required)
- Registered Nurse: $68,753 (Associate degree + State License required)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/