School of Health Sciences
Setting Dallas College Apart
The School of Health Sciences proudly welcomed its first cohort into the nursing bachelor's degree program in Summer 2024. Texas, like many states, has a shortage of nurses and this program will help fill the gaps.
All courses will be offered 100% online, providing desired flexibility and remote learning opportunities for today’s busy student.
219,000
Projected employment for registered nurses by 2030, an increase of 17%
“I know any nurse who comes out of Dallas College will be very well prepared. You just have that comfort knowing it’s a really great nursing program with all of the professors and clinical instructors.”
Vanessa Lozada
Alum and Director of Emergency Services at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Plano
Notable Occupations in Education
Based on Projected 3-Year Job Growth in DFW
| Occupation | Dallas College Program | Current Employment | Forecasted 3-Year Job Growth Rate | Typical Entry-Level Hourly Wage | Typical Median-Level Hourly Wage | Top Industry | Typical Entry-Level Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | Nursing | 65,364 | 5% | $29.29 | $37.80 | General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | Bachelor's degree |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Nursing/Vocational Nursing | 15,299 | 6% | $20.43 | $24.89 | Home Health Care Services | Postsecondary nondegree award |
| Dental Hygienists | Dental Hygiene | 4,962 | 11% | $26.84 | $36.83 | Offices of Dentists | Associate degree |
| Pharmacy Technicians | Pharmacy Technician | 10,444 | 7% | $14.33 | $18.47 | Health and Personal Care Stores | High School diploma or equivalent |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | Patient Care Assistant | 56,913 | 9% | $8.58 | $11.19 | Home Health Care Services | High School diploma or equivalent |
Degrees/Certificates
Dallas College is proud to present credential opportunities in Health that meet industry needs. Here are a few featured programs that we offer:
Degrees
- Nursing – B.S.N.
- Nursing – A.A.S.
- Veterinary Technology – A.A.S.
- Radiologic Technology – A.A.S.
Certificates
- Vocational Nursing
- Veterinary Technology – Small Animal
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care Technician
Continuing Education
- Certified Nurse Aide Training
- Patient Care Assistant
Specialized Skills In Demand
- Nursing
- Medical Records
- Infection Control
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Billing
- Checking Vital Signs
- Care Coordination
4-Year Transfer Possibilities
Health Informatics,
Bachelor's Degree
Health Studies,
Bachelor’s Degree
Public Health,
Bachelor's Degree
Notable Employers in DFW
All data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence.
