Nursing

Do I need to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) before I apply?
Yes, TEAS is required.

• NEW! Starting with the January 2023 application deadline for Summer 2023 program-start, scores must be less than 2 years old by the application deadline. The examination fee is student responsibility. 
  For more information on the TEAS, visit Valencia’s Assessment Services page.

What is the minimum TEAS score I need to apply?    Starting 2021-2022, the required minimum composite score for ATI TEAS is a 65.

Please go to Health Sciences Program Guides and Updates and locate your program or attend a Health Sciences Information Session.

Can I use TEAS scores from another institution?
Yes, ATI TEAS scores can be used from another institution. Please be sure to follow the instructions on the Assessment webpage for requesting ATI TEAS scores and completing the ATI Score Matching Request Form: Valencia College Assessment Services.

When will the application for the Traditional Nursing program become available? 

The Nursing Traditional Nursing application can be found on the application section of the Daytime and Evening/Weekend websites. Traditional Nursing will no longer be a first-come, first-serve admission process, and instead will be a selective, points-based admission. Details can be found on the  Program Guide and Updates page.

How can I apply for the Valencia College/UCF Concurrent Nursing program?
You may find application information on the application section of the Daytime and Evening/Weekend websites. Concurrent admits twice a year, for Fall and Spring admission consideration. The application typically opens on May 1st and closes May 15th for Fall, and opens on September 1st and closes September 15th for Spring each year.

Please note that this option is designed for students who would like to earn an A.S. degree in Nursing, while also taking B.S.N. courses offered by UCF. When complete, students earn their A.S. degree from Valencia College and over half of their B.S.N. credits at UCF.

Students who are interested in the Concurrent program must follow our application procedures and requirements with Valencia College as well as the University of Central Florida application requirements. 

How can I keep up to date on the upcoming A.S.N. changes?
Specific program information and upcoming program announcements can be found on our Nursing program webpages, the college catalog and the updated  Program Guide. We also highly encourage that you meet with a Pending Nursing Program Advisor to determine program eligibility. A referral can be made with your current assigned Advisor, the virtual Answer Center, or the virtual Advising Center.

For the latest information, resources and assistance, visit Nursing.

Are there Part-time and Full-time options for the Traditional ASN program?        

No. 

If I plan on taking the prerequisites at Valencia, do I need to take all the prerequisites at a particular Valencia campus?
No, you may take the prerequisite courses at any Valencia campus location. However, upon acceptance into the Nursing program, in-program nursing courses are only offered on the West and Osceola campuses.

Are the prerequisite courses offered online?
Yes, the prerequisites are offered online. However, the lab science courses have limited offerings and may not be available every term.

Can International students on an F-1 or J-1 Visa apply to the Nursing program?
Effective Fall 2017, Valencia College will begin accepting applications from International Students interested in applying to the Traditional Nursing program only (this excludes the Accelerated Track in Nursing and Concurrent programs) – please be sure to check the Program Guide of your program of interest prior to applying.

Where do I send my application when I’m ready to apply?
Please visit the website of the Program of your interest for application information and instructions.

Please make sure you have met all admission requirements and your application is complete, as missing documentation or requirements can result in denied admission. All nursing prerequisites and the TEAS must be completed PRIOR to submitting a Nursing application.

Where can I find more information about the Nursing, Valencia/UCF Concurrent ASN- BSN (Dual Enrollment) Program?
Program information, application criteria and application process, deadlines, advising, financial aid, sample plan of study, and more are available through UCF’s College of Nursing website and the Valencia College Traditional Nursing Program (students accepted to the VC/UCF Concurrent program are also admitted as Valencia Traditional Nursing students).

Will my courses from other colleges/universities transfer to Valencia?
Once you have applied to Valencia, you will need to request official transcripts to be sent from your previous institutions. The admissions office will evaluate all transcripts once they are received to determine transfer credit.

Valencia accepts credits from regionally accredited institutions; however, the nursing program has specific admission requirements. Therefore, please review the appropriate Health Science Program Guide for details.

In addition, students have the option to submit a non-equivalent coursework form via Atlas to request substitutions. Please note that submitting the request is not a guarantee of approval. Accelerated Track Students (ATN) will receive 10 credits for prior learning at the end of the program to equal 72 credits total.

I took one nursing course at another school. Will this course transfer?
Nursing courses are not accepted in transfer, meaning that you would need to start from the beginning of the Nursing program at Valencia.

What is the schedule like if I am accepted into the Traditional Nursing program?
Nursing, Traditional Track (Daytime)
Estimated Time Requirements & Sample Schedule:
The Traditional program, Daytime cohorts, are conducted Monday through Friday, during the daytime hours. Lab and clinical hours vary each term, from 12 hours per week for the first four terms and may be held during the day or evening. Students who enroll as Full-Time pathway in-program may have class three to four days a week plus one or two clinical days. During the practicum in the final term, the student will follow the schedule of their preceptor, which may be any shift. Clinical and/or lab hours occasionally may be scheduled during the evening and night shifts, and/or during weekends, depending on placement with the clinical partners. Students are expected to study approximately 15 – 25 hours a week (this does not include preparation for clinical). If a student chooses to work while in the program, a maximum of 15 hours of work per week is recommended due to the demands of the program. 

Nursing, Traditional Track (Evening/Weekend)
Estimated Time Requirements & Sample Schedule:
The Traditional program, Evening/Weekend cohort is conducted Monday through Friday, during the evening hours. Lab and clinical hours vary each term, from 12 hours per week and may be held during the day or evening while mostly offered as a weekend option (Saturday or Sunday). For most terms, students who enroll may have class three to four days a week plus one or two clinical days. During the practicum in the final term, the student will follow the schedule of their preceptor, which may be any shift. Clinical and/or lab hours occasionally may be scheduled during the evening and night shifts, and/or during weekdays, depending on placement with the clinical partners. Students are expected to study approximately 15 – 25 hours a week (this does not include preparation for clinical). If a student chooses to work while in the program, a maximum of 15 hours of work per week is recommended due to the demands of the program.  

What is the schedule like if I am accepted into the ATN program?
Estimated Time Requirements:
The Accelerated Track in Nursing (ATN) program courses are primarily online. Students should be self-motivated and understand that online classes are equally as intensive as face-to-face classes. Each course conducts an orientation and testing on campus, with clinical hours in area hospitals. Students are given a calendar at the Program Orientation with the required clinical, lab, campus, and testing dates. There are 3 – 4 exams given on campus per term.

The first term is offered on the Osceola Campus and the remainder of the program is primarily on the West Campus. (There may be some lab/simulations and tests on the Osceola campus.)

NUR1100C Transition into Professional Nursing Concepts is the first course in the ATN program. During NUR1100C, students have a lab component every Wednesday. If students are efficient, they will have time to do their practice hours while on campus on Wednesdays.

Once NUR1100C is completed, clinical experiences are one day per week. Clinical experiences are conducted in Orange and Osceola counties, from 7am to 7pm Each course in the program may have clinical on a different day. During the practicum (last course), the students will work with their preceptor on the preceptor’s schedule. Students are expected to arrange their schedules for these experiences.

What is the schedule like if I am accepted into the Valencia/UCF Concurrent ASN- BSN (Dual Enrollment) Program?
Additional Estimated Time Requirements:
Students in the Concurrent program follow the Nursing, Traditional track course schedule, with additional BSN online courses conducted by UCF faculty. The study time for the UCF classes is additional to the Valencia nursing classes.