Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

South Texas College, a public institution in McAllen, TX, offers an Associate of Science in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. This associate-level program prepares students for entry-level registered nursing practice, covering nursing theory, clinical practicum, patient assessment, pharmacology, and preparation for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.

Classified under CIP code 51.3801 in the health professions and related programs field, this associate degree is one of two nursing credentials offered at South Texas College, alongside a certificate-level Registered Nursing program. Other related programs at the college include Baking and Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Construction Engineering Technology/Technician, Computer Engineering Technology/Technician, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician General, reflecting the college's broad technical and health sciences curriculum.