August 8, 2025

Dallas School Enhances Nursing Education Partnership

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Dallas College is expanding its partnership with the American College of Education to improve workforce education in nursing. The new agreement allows students in the BSN program to work towards an MSN with just 13 additional credit hours. This initiative aims to streamline education and meet the growing demand for qualified healthcare professionals. The expansion builds on a previous transfer agreement and emphasizes affordable paths for nursing education amid workforce shortages.

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Dallas College has announced an expansion of its partnership with the American College of Education (ACE) to enhance workforce education in nursing. This new agreement was officially signed during a ceremony held at the Dallas College Administrative Offices on August 6, 2023. The collaboration allows students enrolled in Dallas College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program the unique opportunity to simultaneously work towards a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at ACE.

Under this agreement, eligible students can complete their MSN with only 13 additional credit hours after they obtain their BSN. This initiative, aimed at streamlining the educational process, enables students to begin ACE coursework while still completing their undergraduate credentials. By creating this pathway, both institutions aim to meet the growing demand for qualified healthcare professionals, especially amidst current workforce shortages in the healthcare sector.

The partnership is an extension of a previous transfer agreement that began in 2021, which is now expanding further by including specialized nursing pathways effective from 2024. Dallas College officials have emphasized the importance of creating affordable educational pathways for students as they tackle ongoing challenges in the healthcare industry related to workforce shortages and increased demand for care providers. The strategic expansion of nursing education programs supports Dallas College’s mission to produce well-trained healthcare workers capable of improving health outcomes within their communities.

Dallas College takes pride in celebrating its first cohort of RN-to-BSN graduates in 2024, underscoring its commitment to advancing nursing education and addressing critical needs in healthcare service provision. The college is recognized as the largest provider of dual credit courses in Texas, serving approximately 30,000 high school students and offering an array of over 100 areas of study across its seven campuses, which collectively cater to more than 127,000 students annually.

The collaboration between Dallas College and ACE not only provides students with more options and flexibility in their educational pursuits but also plays a crucial role in the broader context of workforce development in the healthcare field. Addressing the significant gaps in care provision and qualified personnel is essential in an era where the demand for healthcare services continues to rise.

As both institutions move forward together, they aim to effectively align their resources and expertise in a manner that best supports the educational goals of nursing students. The anticipated impact of this initiative is a generation of skilled nurses prepared to meet the healthcare needs of their communities efficiently. In doing so, the partnership reflects a proactive approach to tackling the pressing issues of workforce shortages and the overall health and well-being of the population.

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