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SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS PROGRAM
NURSING
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE
2024-2025 Catalog
Revised 8-22-2024
Dean of Nursing:
Dr. Hafid Guerrero Phone: 915-831-4220
Office Location: RG Campus Health Science Bldg., Room H 222 E-Mail: [email protected]
Program Coordinator:
Laura Jimenez Phone: 915-831-4613
Office Location: RG Campus, Room-B218 E-Mail: [email protected]
Nursing Program Counselors
Office location: RG Campus, Student Services Building, 103 Montana Ave., 3
rd.
floor
Program Map provides additional information regarding salary projections, employment opportunities, licensure requirements and Educational milestones.
WEB LINK: https://www.epcc.edu/Academics/Catalog/program-map?programID=856
Applicants for Specialized Admissions must satisfy all criteria in order to be eligible for consideration of ranking. The applicant is
required to meet all the following:
Acceptance by EPCC as an academic credit student
Advising session with a program designated Nursing Counselor should occur no later than six (6) months prior to ranking.
Successful completion of ATI TEAS -The Test of Essential Academic Skills
Two mandatory orientations are required for the Nursing program
1. Complete an on-line Health Careers Orientation- Web link: www.epcc.edu/Admissions/Orientation/health-careers-orientation
to declare Nursing and/or Vocational Nursing as a secondary major
o Pay application fee at cashier’s window and submit the Health Careers Specialized Admissions Application to the Specialized
Admissions Office for processing. Submit application via email to: specialized.adm@epcc.edu or hand carry to:
VV Campus, 919 Hunter, Enrollment Services Center; Admissions and Registration Office
2. Complete a Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation online. Web link:
https://www.epcc.edu/Academics/Health/Nursing/nursing-specialized-admissions-orientation
o Submit Certificate of Completion to: https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-passport-program/complio-login-screen/
Completion with a “C” or better of all academic and specialized courses listed on the degree plan
Minimum cumulative EPCC GPA of 2.5 is required
Submit all previous college/university transcripts (transliteration of all foreign coursework required) prior to ranking
Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Request official transcripts be sent to:
EPCC Admissions Office, P. O. Box 20500, El Paso, Texas 79998 or sendtran[email protected]u
PROGRAM CONTACT INFORMATION
It is the student’s responsibility to check with a designated Nursing Program Counselor for any program updates and/or revisions as they progress
through the specialized admissions process and program progression. Students should meet with a designated Nursing Program Counselor at least one
(1) semester prior to ranking. If hyperlinks do not open, go to the Nursing website for documents at www.epcc.edu
PROGRAM MAP
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must satisfy all Specialized Admissions criteria to include, General requirements, ATI TEAS minimum composite scores, Mandatory courses and
Pre-Program specifics to qualify for ranking. Once a completed applicant, ranking points are derived from the most recent ATI TEAS composite score and
the most recent G.P.A. of Ranking courses.
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Mandatory courses are those courses that a student must have successfully completed prior to ranking. Applicants who do not
satisfactorily complete Mandatory Courses will not be eligible to be ranked into the Nursing program. NOTE: BIOL 1306 and BIOL 1106 are
pre-requisites for BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402. Prerequisite can be met through CLEP- (College Level Examination Program) or course completion.
BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II
RNSG 1301 Pharmacology
MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences or MATH 1314 College Algebra or MATH 1342 Elementary
Statistical Methods or higher-level Math course
Ranking courses cannot be substituted. The ranking GPA is calculated based on the following courses:
BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II
RNSG 1301 Pharmacology
Check 2024-2025 El Paso Community College Catalog for prerequisites.
PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth & Development- (Prerequisite to RNSG 2201, RNSG 2262, RNSG 2308, & RNSG 2263)
ENGL 1301 Composition I
3 HRS. HFA Elective (select 1): ENGL 2322, ENGL 2323, ENGL 2332, ENGL 2333, ENGL 2351, PHIL 1301, PHIL 2306,
PHIL 2303, HIST 2321, HIST 2322
1 HR. Open Elective-Any College level course
ASSESSMENT SCORES
You may repeat a course, however only the MOST RECENT grades will be considered for ranking.
If the ATI TEAS exam is taken outside of EPCC, contact
ATI to request official scores be sent to EPCC TESTING
Center. Follow up with the EPCC TESTING Center and
provide them your student ID so your scores may be
uploaded.
Additional costs will be charged by ATI to send official scores.
Student is responsible to assure official ATI scores are
received by EPCC.
If you select to take the TEAS exam on -line , proctored
through ATI, you need to contact the EPCC Testing Center to
request that your scores be uploaded.
Check the Testing website for ATI TEAS exam dates.
ATI-TEAS ASSESSMENT
The ATI TEAS exam must be taken for qualification and ranking into the RN program.
Minimum Composite score-62%
Official composite scores must contain all four (4)-subject areas (English
& Language Usage, Math, Reading, and Science).
If you are ranking June 2024 for Fall 2024 entry or ranking October 2024
for Spring 2025 entry you will take the ATI TEAS assessment
PREPARATION TOOLS:
You can purchase an ATI TEAS Study Guide at: www.atitesting.com
Check with your Nursing counselor for Tutorial Support Services, i.e.
tutoring, virtual, face to face, TEAS Boot Camps, etc.
For qualification, BIOL 2401, BIOL 2402, and RNSG 1301 has a 10-year limit. Mandatory courses cannot be substituted with the exception of Math.
All mandatory courses must be successfully completed with a minimum grade of “C” or better to qualify for ranking.
OTHER DEGREE PROGRAM COURSES
ATI TEAS TEST & VALIDITY
A minimum of 62% composite score is required on the ATI TEAS assessment.
Official scores are valid for two years
ONLY the MOST RECENT COMPOSITE SCORES will be used for qualification and ranking.
There is a 21-day waiting period for re-testing with a maximum of (4) four attempts. Re-testing prior to the
21-day period will invalidate your ATI TEAS scores for EPCC Nursing qualification and ranking.
MANDATORY COURSES
If you are receiving Financial Aid or VA assistance , please check with the FA or VA Office for funding eligibility of courses.
RANKING COURSES
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1. Applicants for specialized programs must meet all Pre-Program Specialized Admissions requirements PRIOR to qualifying for ranking.
2. COMPLETION OF TWO ON-LINE ORIENTATIONS.
o Health Careers Orientation-Online-Required to declare your intent to pursue EPCC Nursing programs- -RN and/or VN
Submit the Health Careers Orientation application to the Specialized Admissions Office for processing:
specialized[email protected]u
o Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation-Online
Submit Certificate of Completion to: https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-passport-program/complio-login-screen/
CURRENT CPR CERTIFICATE- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider- (accepted on-line with skills training or face to face)
FIRST AID CERTIFICATION – National Safety Council Course or American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeon-( accepted on-line with skills
training or face to face)
IMMUNIZATIONS and TITERS – Immunizations and Blood titers must be completed prior to placement. Immunizations MUST
be started now if you are selecting Nursing. Immunizations include: Hepatitis B series, MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Influenza, Meningitis, or
as directed by DSHS.
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POSITIVE TITER required for Hepatitis B; if negative, repeat immunization series or Twinrix series or Heplisav-b immunization and
repeat titer (ask your healthcare provider for information)
o POSITIVE TITER required for Measles
o POSITIVE TITER required for Mumps
o POSTIVE TITIER required for Rubella, (MMR) (if any Negative, series must be repeated)
o POSITIVE TITER required for Varicella (if Negative, series must be repeated)
NOTE: After a vaccination is administered, you must wait 4-6 weeks for immunity to show up on the TITER
o Tetanus/Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) or as directed by DSHS-(Expires after 10 years)
o Influenza is required for October placement but not for June placement; renew every year
o Meningitis may be required by college, check with Registrar’s office- (Good for 5 years)- (Monitored by the Admissions Office)
o See Nursing Lab Supervisor or Nursing Counselor for complete information
PHYSICAL EXAM completed by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant licensed in the USA-valid for 6 months for ranking
qualification.
PHYSICAL TECHNICAL STANDARD form (completed) –form obtained through Nursing Website
Two COVID 19 vaccination series or one booster is required by most facilities. Medical or religious exemption is allowed but proof of either
is expected.
NURSING DISCLOSURE FORM
N95-RESPIRATOR FITTING: Proof of respirator fitting is required. Medical or religious exemption is allowed but proof of either is expected.
DOCUMENTS and APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY- All Pre- Program Specialized Admissions documentation is due ONE MONTH prior to ranking date.
Processing can take place in a few days or weeks depending on document type and individual circumstances. If documents have been received,
but not processed, a student will be coded as ineligible for that placement because sufficient time was not given for validating and processing the information.
It is ultimately the APPLICANT’S RESPONSIBILITY to submit all required documentation to allow for normal processing and VERIFY that all documents are
coded in our banner system. Pre-Program Specialized Admissions clearance is issued by submitting all Pre-Program Specialized Admissions documentation
to COMPLIO : https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-passport-program/complio-login-screen/
Official Ranking Dates:
o June 3, 2024 for Fall 2024 entry - (Clinical clearance documentation due One Month prior to ranking date)
o October 1, 2024 for Spring 2025 entry - (Clinical clearance documentation due One Month prior to ranking date)
Program Begins – Fall and Spring
Program is 60 credit hours
Maximum Students Admitted: 70 students in Fall and Spring (unless otherwise noted)
Everything must be current through the entire
academic semester or summer you want to register.
Students must have successfully completed all required courses on the degree plan in order to graduate with an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in Nursing.
Students will be expected to pay the fees that are associated with ATI standardized testing.
The Texas Board of Nursing allows a student 4 years to complete the AAS Degree in Nursing after official enrollment in the first nursing course.
Background Check and Substance Abuse Screening are Post Specialized Admissions requirements, see page 4 for additional requirements.
DEADLINE FOR COMPLETING SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
A tracking system, American Databank COMPLIO, will assist students and coordinators to be compliant with immunizations, CPR, First Aid,
physical, etc. Students will be expected to pay all fees that are associated with the America Databank COMPLIO tracking system.
Pre-Program Specialized Admissions documents should be turned into COMPLIO:
https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-passport-program/complio-login-screen/
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PRE-PROGRAM SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Students are responsible for the following requirements AFTER you are accepted into the program. Everything must be current through the
entire academic semester or summer you want to register. Documents should be turned into: https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-
passport-program/complio-login-screen/
PROGRAM ORIENTATION –one day-(Mandatory)
COMMUNITY WIDE ORIENTATION- (Renew every year)
HIPAA TRAINING--(Renew every year)
Uniforms, Specialized Equipment, Lab Supplies required for labs and clinical; and Liability Insurance required for clinical.
TUBERCULOSIS – Two PPD’s to be completed after ranking. After initial immunization, second one must be completed within 7-21 days
later. If before 7 days or after 21 days, must start series again. Timing is critical. After initial double PPD, single is to be done annually) or chest
x-ray (as needed) (or as requested by clinical facilities) or Quatiferon Blood Test or Tspot
TWO BACKGROUND CHECKS will be completed by each student. 1
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– Upon qualification and placement into the program the student is
required to complete an annual background check through the American Data Bank- http://www.elpasoex.com/ A positive background check
from the Texas Board of Nursing, (BON) may prevent students from entering/staying in the program. The student will not be able to go to the
clinical areas or health care facilities until cleared. (Background check questions can be directed to the Dean of Nursing at 831-4220) Students
who fail to obtain clearance may be prohibited from admission or enrollment in specified programs/courses.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE SCREENING–http://www.elpasoex.com/ - American Data Bank - Students who cannot participate in clinical rotations
due to adverse activities revealed through substance abuse testing cannot complete course or program requirements. Students who fail to
obtain clearance may be prohibited from admission or enrollment in specified programs/courses.
PROVIDE PROOF OF PERSONAL MEDICAL INSURANCE TO MEET AFFILIATE REQUIREMENTS.
NOTE: Must be formally admitted into the Associate Degree Nursing Program to enroll for these courses.
FIRST SEMESTER RNSG 1208 Dosage Calculations for Nursing
RNSG 1260 Clinical-Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
RNSG 1413 Foundations for Nursing Practice
EXIT CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: Fundamentals of Nursing - Students who successfully complete RNSG 1413, RNSG 1208 and
RNSG 1260 with a “C” better may apply for a Nurse Aide Certificate of Completion and are eligible to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.
SECOND SEMESTER
RNSG 1441
RNSG 1261
Common Concepts of Adult Health
Clinical- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
RNSG 2213
RNSG 2260
Mental Health Nursing
Clinical- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
THIRD SEMESTER
RNSG 2201
RNSG 2262
RNSG 2308
RNSG 2263
Care of Children and Families
Clinical Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Maternal /Newborn Nursing and Women’s Health
Clinical- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
FOURTH SEMESTER RNSG 1343
RNSG 2162
RNSG 2130
RNSG 2221
RNSG 2261
Complex Concepts of Adult Health
Clinical- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Professional Nursing Review and Licensure Preparation
Professional Nursing: Leadership and Management
Clinical- Registered Nursing Registered/ Nurse
Approved by Nursing Discipline
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POST SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
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Background check. Upon accepting a seat into the program, your name is submitted to the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). The BON
will email the student the Texas Fingerprint Service Code Form which enables the student to make an appointment with IdentoGO to get
their fingerprinting completed. Fingerprinting with a background check from FBI is required by the BON for licensure requirements and
must be completed prior to the end of the first semester of the program.
ATTENTION: ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDENTS-RNSG 1115-Health Assessment must be completed prior to admission into the Associates of
Applied Science Degree Nursing Program. See designated Nursing program counselor to register for RNSG 1115.
The AAS in the Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and Texas Board of Nursing. The Associate of
Applied Science Degree Nursing Program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing. Addresses are located in the current catalog.
NURSING (CLINICAL) COURSES
PRE-PROGRAM SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS-listed on page 3
Documentation needed to clear for qualification and ranking. All Pre-Program Specialized Admissions documentation needs to be submitted by:
May 1, 2024 for qualification and ranking for June 3, 2024
September 2, 2024 for qualification and ranking for October 1, 2024
All Pre-Program Specialized Admissions documentation needs to be submitted to COMPLIO: : https://americandatabank.com/coronavirus-
passport-program/complio-login-screen/
QR CODE FOR PRE and POST SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS and NURSING FORMS
All Pre and Post Specialized Admissions forms are located on the Nursing website. Link:
https://www.epcc.edu/Academics/Health/Nursing/documents
PRE-PROGRAM SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS- (Documents needed to qualify for ranking)
Current CPR Certificate-(BLS)- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider
First Aid Certification – National Safety Council Course or American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeon
Positive Titers – Immunizations and Blood titers must be completed prior to placement. Immunizations include: Hepatitis B series,
Tuberculin Test, MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Influenza, Meningitis, or as directed by DSHS
Immunization and Blood Titer Requirements for Health students flow chart located on Nursing website.
Immunizations
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Tetanus/Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) or as directed by DSHS
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Influenza is required for October placement but not for June placement
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Meningitis may be required by college if under 22 years of age; check with registrar’s office-not monitored by Nursing
Physical Exam completed by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant licensed in the USA
Physical Technical Standard form (completed) -(valid for 6 months )complete with Physical exam
Two COVID 19 vaccination series or one booster is required by most clinical facilities. Medical or religious exemption is allowed but proof
of either is expected.
Nursing Disclosure Form
N95-RESPIRATOR FITTING: Proof of respirator fitting is required.. Medical or religious exemption is allowed but proof of either
is expected.
POST SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS-(Documents required AFTER Ranking for full acceptance)
Documentation needed to clear for full acceptance into Nursing Program and Nursing course registration clearance.
New Nursing Student Program Orientation
HIPAA Training-online
Community Wide Orientation-online
Substance Abuse Screening
Provide proof of Personal Medical Insurance
Tuberculosis-Two PPD’s to be completed after ranking
Two background checks-(1)- Web link: http://www.elpasoex.com/ -American Data Bank; (2) Nursing discipline will submit your
name to the Texas Board of Nursing-BON
SUBMISSION OF PRE AND POST SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS FOR CLINICAL CLEARANCE
Submission for both Pre and Post Specialized Admissions documents will follow the same process.
All Pre and Post Specialized Admissions documentation needs to be submitted to COMPLIO
QUESTIONS CONCERNING PRE OR POST ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Submit questions to nursing[email protected] or call 915-831-4010 or 915-831-4229
Email correspondence, i.e. questions, without documents should include EPCC student Id and full name
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
CPR and First Aid Courses are available through the EPCC Continuing Education Division. Please see the current Continuing Education
Course Schedule or call 915-831-7820 or 915-831-7831 for more information. https://www.epcc.edu/Academics/ContinuingEducation
CPR-and First Aid training is accepted on-line with skills training or face to face-Must be two separate trainings with two separate cards.
The El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or
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CLINICAL CLEARANCE FOR PRE-PROGRAM & POST ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Upon accepting a seat into the program, your name is submitted to the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). Fingerprinting with a background check from
FBI is required by the BON for licensure requirements and must be completed prior to the end of the first semester of the program.
SCAN ME
This document is for informational purpose only and is not to be construed as a binding offer or contract between the College and the student. This document
was revised August 22, 2024 and is subject to change without prior notice. This document is intended to be used with the College Catalog, which provides
complete information on courses as well as College regulations and procedures.
