Nursing Degree

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you truly make a difference, you can find that and more by joining the nursing profession.

At Daytona College, You will Get

Real-World Experience

Nurses partner with physicians and other health care professionals to improve health and wellness. Nursing is an interpersonal profession impacting people at all stages of their lives.

The Daytona College Associate of Science Degree Nursing program is structured to provide a comprehensive education that prepares students for the realities of working in the healthcare industry as a nursing professional. As a student in the program, you’ll be learning the essential skills necessary to provide the highest quality patient care in a variety of environments.

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What You'll Learn

At Daytona College, we designed the Associates of Science Degree Nursing program to prepare students to hit the ground running after graduation. Our main focus is to offer you the skills you need to help you be successful in your career of choice.

  • Medical surgical nursing
  • Psychology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Microbiology
  • Maternity and pediatric
  • Nursing care
  • Growth and development
  • Fundamentals of nursing
  • Community nursing
  • Mental health nursing
  • Leadership

Potential Career Paths

Upon passing the NCLEX-RN exam, program graduates can seek opportunities in just about any medical or healthcare facility working as:

Ambulatory care nurse

Long term care / sub-acute care nurse

Medical office nurse

Rehab nurse

Acute care health care facility nurse

Get Hands-On Training with

Simulator Technology

Victoria® S2200

From early pregnancy complications, high-risk deliveries, and postpartum emergencies to non-gravid scenarios for general nursing care, Victoria simulates a full range of obstetrical events to facilitate teamwork and deepen critical thinking skills in learners of all levels.

Watch this video to meet Victoria® S2200, our Childbirth Simulator.

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Licensure

The program also prepares students for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam after graduation.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

The associate of science nursing program at Daytona College, located in Ormond Beach Florida is accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30326 (404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate of science, nursing program is Continuing Accreditation with Conditions. Visit the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at:

https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs

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Whether you’re just starting to think about a career or looking to change your current work situation, Daytona College offers a focused career education to get you trained and ready to start a new career.

Nursing Degree Program (RN/Associate Degree) Frequently Asked Questions

A: The Nursing Degree program at Daytona College is an Associate of Science Degree, which provides a comprehensive education that prepares students for the realities of working as a nursing professional. The program is specifically designed to equip students with the essential clinical and administrative skills necessary to provide high-quality patient care in various healthcare environments. Additionally, a key focus is preparing students to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam after graduation.

A: The Nursing Degree program at Daytona College is designed to be completed in 90 weeks. This on-campus program prepares students for professional nursing roles and the NCLEX-RN licensing exam.

A: Registered Nurses (RNs) generally have a broader scope of practice, including developing and managing patient care plans, providing patient education, and supervising LPNs and other ancillary staff.

A: Yes. The Nursing program curriculum at Daytona College combines classroom theory with extensive supervised clinical rotations in diverse patient care settings, which is mandatory for the degree.

A: Graduates of the Nursing Degree program at Daytona College are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Passing the NCLEX-RN is the required step to apply for a state license to practice as a Registered Nurse.

A: Upon passing the NCLEX-RN exam, graduates of the Nursing Degree program at Daytona College can seek opportunities as Registered Nurses (RNs) in various settings, including ambulatory care, long-term or sub-acute care facilities, medical offices, rehabilitation centers, and acute care hospitals.

A: Daytona College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), the Florida Board of Nursing, and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

A: Daytona College prospective students must start by completing an online Request Information form. An Admissions Representative will then contact you to discuss your career goals and the enrollment process. To qualify for acceptance, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a TEAS test, a Level II background check, a drug screen, and an alcohol screen.

A: Daytona College participates in various financial aid programs for those who qualify, including Federal Pell Grants, student loans, and veteran benefits. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility.

A: Yes. The Daytona College Admissions Team encourages prospective students to schedule a one-on-one tour of the campus facilities, classrooms, and labs.