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The program consists of a total of 24 to 36 credits from the courses
shown in the following list. These are offered through Doña Ana
Community College and New Mexico State University. All courses
are 3 credits unless noted.
In New Mexico, at least 12 credits need to be upper division courses
for a K-12 endorsement. It is recommended that at least one course
be taken from each area, and the student should consult an advisor.
Endorsement is applied for by the student directly to the State Department
of Education, and granted by the State, not DACC or NMSU.
NOTE: All L SC and EMD courses are offered only ONLINE. Other courses
may be available periodically online. Courses appearing in italics may be
applied toward a bachelor’s degree at NMSU.
Program Content: School Library Media
Specialist Endorsement (24–36 credits)
Select one or more courses (3 or more credits) from each of the following
categories.
Fundamentals
3+ cr.
L SC 130 Introduction to Technical Services in
Library and Information Centers (3)
L SC 160 Introduction to Public Services in Library
and Information Centers (3)
EMD 411/511 Foundations for School Library Specialists (3)
Organization and Administration
L SC 203 School Library Media Specialist (3)
EMD 412/512 Administration of the School Library (3)
Collection Development and Management
L SC 200 Information Resource Development (3)
EMD 414/514 Collection Management and
Development in School Libraries (3)
Instructional Design and Development
ECED 235 Introduction to Reading and
Literacy Development (3)
EMD 413/513 Curriculum Role of the
School Library Specialist (3)
Reference
L SC 110 Reference and Information Resources I (3)
L SC 111 Introduction to Information Literacy (3)
L SC 240 Internet Resources and Research Strategies (3)
LIB 311 Information Literacy (3)
Cataloging
L SC 120 Introduction to Cataloging (3)
L SC 260 Advanced Cataloging (3)
Technology and Automation
L SC 210 Computer Applications in Library and
Information Centers I (3)
EDLT 574 Technology Planning & Grant Writing (3)
Design and Utilization of Media
L SC 140 Multimedia Materials and Presentations (3)
EDUC 568 Technology and Pedagogy (3)
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
3+ cr.
Literature
ENGL 363 Literature for Children and Young Adults (3)
RDG 314/514 Content Area Literacy (3)
RDG 360/560 Elementary School Literacy I (3)
RDG 361/561 Elementary School Literacy II (3)
Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing
527-7735
3+ cr.
The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program gives students
an opportunity to become a registered nurse and a member of a
respected and rewarding profession. Nursing is an exciting and
growing field which will be part of the health care revolution of
the future.
In four semesters of study the ADN program prepares the graduate
for a career as a registered nurse by providing entry-level nursing
education. Graduates of the program, “graduate nurses,” are eligible
to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam for registered nurses. It is to
be understood that program completion does not guarantee licensure,
which is controlled by state boards of nursing.
After licensure, graduates may pursue a bachelor of science in nursing
(BSN) or a master of science in nursing (MSN) at a university, if
desired.
ADN graduates are qualified to work in a variety of settings, including
hospitals, home health care, and nursing homes.
Nursing courses are team taught, and the teacher-student ratio for
clinical courses is 1-to-8. In the final semester, students are provided
the opportunity to refine previously learned, clinical skills through a
preceptorship at an assigned facility.
Special Admission Criteria
ADN is a limited-entry program. To be considered for admission,
students are required to successfully complete the prerequisites, the
designated entrance exam, and the student selection process. Information
on requirements, transfer, and deadlines for applications are
available from the Health and Public Services Office (room 190), or
by calling 527-7735.
The DACC ADN program is accredited by the National League for
Nursing Accrediting Commission.
ADN Prerequisites
The following must be completed before applying to the Nursing
program.
• Admission to DACC
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or demonstrated competency
• Computer literacy
• Completion of all Core and Related Requirements listed in the
Program Content section
NOTE: Required courses taken more than five years prior to admission
to the nursing program will be accepted for credit; however, if
the student has not utilized this subject matter within the past five
years, (s)he may want to audit courses as a refresher. Nursing students
will be responsible for familiarity with the required information, regardless
of how long it has been since a particular course was taken.
Prospective students are required to complete and pass a security
background check in order to take clinical courses. Past criminal