Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Applied Technology Diploma

Program Number: B007

Campus Offered: Central

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in June

APPLICATION PERIOD: February 3 to March 21

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• GPA of 2.5 or higher in the following courses: ENC1101 and either SPC1017 or SPC1608
  
  
• Minimum overall or cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
  
  
• HESI A2 test (2 sections: Reading and Math)
  • Score of 75% or higher in Reading and score of 50% or higher in Math. Review the Program Admission Testing information.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Maximum Points: 18

Points are awarded for the highest score (Math OR Reading, not both)

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a tie, the lower-scoring section on the HESI (the one not awarded points) will be used as a tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Accepted Number of Students and Point Range (2023-2024 Academic year)

June 2023: 36 accepted

• Accepted Students earned between 11 and 17 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 2.56 and 4.0
• Alternate Students earned between 10 and 11 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 2.57 and 3.77

June 2024: 36 accepted

• Accepted Students earned between 9 and 18 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 2.9 and 4.0
• Alternate Students earned between 6 and 9 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 2.5 and 3.19

For more information regarding the Dental Assisting (ATD) program, please visit the Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene Program site or review the Dental Assisting ATD FAQ section.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

Please note:
If a student is offered admission into the Dental Assisting program, a complete medical history, physical exam, background check(s), and drug screening, along with the Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider CPR card for American Heart Association (AHA)are required to be completed.

The Basic Life Support program policy for students is in compliance with the Florida Administrative Code, which requires current proof of training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at the basic support level, including one - rescuer and two rescuers CPR for adults, children, and infants; the use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED) and the use of Ambu-bags. All such training shall be sufficient for and shall result in current certification or recertification by the American Heart Association. Students must provide proof of BLS by the provided deadline after acceptance into the program.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: November 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2215

Program Type: Open Enrollment and begins every semester

APPLICATION PERIOD: Open Enrollment (unlimited seats and applications accepted at any time)

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• ATD in Dental Assisting includes 50 semester hours from a Dental Assisting Program within the state of Florida that is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). To view Florida CODA-accredited Dental Assisting programs, please visit: DANB-CODA Accredited Dental Assisting Programs

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Students cannot apply for the AS in Dental Assisting if they DO NOT have an ATD from a Florida CODA Accredited Dental Assisting School.

Please note: The ATD in Dental Assisting admits in JUNE only.

Additional Information:

• Students must complete 25% of the degree at Broward College to satisfy academic residency requirements
  
  
• Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) or AMH2010 (History of the United States to 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information regarding the Dental Assisting (AS) program, please visit the Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene Program site.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: November 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2145

Campus Offered: Central

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: April 30 to June 29

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Minimum Overall GPA of 2.5
  
  
• Minimum Dental Assisting Program GPA of 2.5
  
  
• Completion of ENC1101, SPC1608 or SPC1017, POS2041 or AMH2020, SYG2000, CORE HUMANITIES, GEN. ED. MATH, BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, MCB2010, MCB2010L, HUN1201 or HUN 1202, CHM1032.
  • PLEASE NOTE: STUDENTS MUST TAKE CHM1032 PER ACCREDITATION STANDARDS SINCE CHM1032 INCLUDES BIOCHEMISTRY. The student can request a waiver for consideration to replace CHM1032 IF they have taken both General Chemistry AND Biochemistry and received a 'C' or better in both courses. The grade in Biochemistry will be used when awarding points.
  • Students applying for the Dental Hygiene program must meet the PSY2012 General Psychology program competency. PSY2012 must be complete prior to applying to the program. 
  • Students may request a waiver for consideration to replace SYG2000 with another Sociology course and/or PSY2012 with another General Psychology course.
  • Effective Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) AMH2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) or AMH2010 (History of the United States to 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree.
  • Students must fully satisfy ALL Civic Literacy graduation requirements prior to being admitted to the program. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.
    
    
• Applicants must have graduated within the last three years from a Dental Assisting Program within the state of Florida that is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and listed in the Florida Department of Education database of Dental Assisting Programs. To view Florida CODA-accredited Dental Assisting programs, please visit: DANB-CODA Accredited Dental Assisting Programs
  
  
• Applicants must successfully pass all three parts of the DANB national examination and possess current certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).
  • Each Dental Assisting and general education course must have a minimum grade of 'C'
  • Successful completion of all general education and Dental Assisting courses
    
    

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Maximum Points: 36

Military Service points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Transcripts Note: It is important that official transcripts for your CODA-accredited Dental Assisting program be submitted to the Broward College Registrar's Office. Please make sure to confirm this once your transcripts have been received and processed by BC. If your Dental Assisting classes do not appear as part of those official transcripts, for whatever reason, then you may be asked to submit another copy in paper format to ensure that your Dental Assisting program information is received and recorded in our system.

Broward College Registrar's Office
4205 Bonaventure Blvd.
Weston, FL 33332

Additional Information:

Accepted Number of Students and Point Range (2023-2024 academic year)

August 2023: 

• 20 accepted students earned between 26 and 32 points.
  
  • Overall GPAs between 3.04 and 4.00
• 19 alternate students earned between 16 and 25 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 3.09 and 3.82

August 2024: 

• 20 accepted students earned between 24 and 30 points.
  • Overall GPAs between 3.40 and 4.00
• 6 alternate students earned between 21 and 23 points.
  • Students with 21 points had overall GPA of 3.46

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information regarding the Dental Hygiene (AS) program, please visit the Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene Program webpage or review the Dental Hygiene AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: November 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Applied Technology Diploma

Program Number: B003

Campuses Offered: Central and North (Day and Night Cohorts)

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins Every Semester (January, May, August)

APPLICATION PERIODS:

January 2025 (Spring): August 1 to September 2

May 2025 (Summer): November 1 to January 15

August 2025 (Fall): April 28 to June 1

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Applicant must be at least 18 years old prior to the start date of the semester for which the program will begin. 
  
  
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for the Healthcare Provider (CPR card) from the American Heart Association (AHA). Only BLS from AHA will be accepted; no other certificate type or issuing company is accepted. Review the BLS from AHA information.
  
  
• High school transcripts reflecting proof of high school graduation (officially received by BC)
  • • If official college transcripts are received, high school transcripts are not required for admission.
    • If you are a first-time-in-college (FTIC) student, you must complete a New Student Orientation.
    • If you are a new transfer student (and have not taken any courses at BC previously) all official transcripts from previous colleges must be received prior to the end of the first semester at BC.
  • To pay less tuition we strongly recommend you prove your Florida Residency. View the difference between Broward College's in-state tuition vs out of state tuition.

Submission of an application DOES NOT guarantee admission.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria:

• Admissions will be done on a rolling basis during the application period. Priority admission consideration is given to students based on completion of the requirements (correct BLS card, transcripts on file, and required screenings).
  
  
• Additional details will be provided to those accepted at that time.
  
  
• Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, on active duty, or honorably discharged, will receive top admissions priority.

Additional Information:

Number of Students Accepted (2024 - 2025 academic year)

August 2024: 124 students
January 2025: 124 students
May 2025: TBA

The EMT Certificate Program is NOT covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the EMT program, please visit the EMS Department site or review the EMT ATD FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: March 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Technical Certificate

Program Number: 6208

Campuses Offered:

• North (Paramedic 1 and Paramedic 2)
• Central (Paramedic 3 and Paramedic 4)

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins Every Semester (January, May, and August)

APPLICATION PERIODS:

January 2025 (Spring): August 1 to September 2

May 2025 (Summer): November 1 to January 15

August 2025 (Fall): April 28 to June 1

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for the Healthcare Provider (CPR card) from the American Heart Association (AHA). Only BLS from AHA will be accepted; no other certificate type or issuing company is accepted. Review the BLS from AHA information.
  
  
• Active NREMT (National Registry EMT) certification. NREMT registry number is required for online verification of the credential.
  
  
• Active State of Florida Department of Health EMT license (not required to apply).
  • **See the IMPORTANT NOTES section for more information regarding this specific criterion.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria:

Max Points: 15

Military Service: Points awarded to eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, were on active duty, or were honorably discharged.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students (2024 - 2025 Academic year)

August 2024: 72 students 
January 2025: 72 students
May 2025: TBA 

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Submission of an application DOES NOT guarantee admission.
  
  
• Admitted students will receive acceptance letters after the application window has closed, and applications have been evaluated.
  
  
• **Admitted students must obtain the State of Florida EMT license no later than the start date of the second term of the Paramedic program.

For more information on the EMT program, please visit the EMS Department site or review the Paramedic TC FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: March 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2160

Campuses Offered: Central and North

Program Type: Open Enrollment

APPLICATION PERIOD: Open Enrollment (unlimited seats and applications accepted at any time)

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Possess a current State of Florida Department of Health Paramedic License.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria:

• Students cannot apply to the AS in EMS program unless they meet the application criteria (current State of Florida Department of Health Paramedic license).
  
  
• Students must complete 25% of the degree at Broward College to satisfy academic residency requirements

Additional Information:

EMS2311 must be completed at Broward College.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

For more information on the AS EMS program, please visit the EMS Department site.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree in Nursing 

Program Number: 2127

Campus Offered: Full-time (North, Central, and South Campus)

Program Type: Limited Access

Full-Time RN Program: Approximately 6 semesters in length

APPLICATION PERIODS:

August 2025: March 28 to May 15

January 2026: July 15 to September 17

May 2026: November 1 to February 14

August 2026: March 28 to May 15

2025 - 2026 Application Criteria (pre-requisites below are required to apply)

• All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.
  
  
• Natural Science and Math GPA of 2.5 or higher in the following courses: BSC2085 and BSC2085L; BSC2086 and BSC2086L; MCB2010 and MCB2010L; MAC1105 or higher
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Beginning with the application period for the May 2023 cohort, all science courses (BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, MCB2010, MCB2010L) must have been taken within the last 10 years. If the science courses are older than 10 years, please see an academic advisor to determine eligibility to retake the courses at Broward College.
  • MAC1105 or MAC1105C is the recommended math course. We will accept an equivalent, or higher math course, to apply if a student does not have MAC1105 or MAC1105C
    
    
• ENC1101
  
  
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
  
  
• TEAS Exam required to apply: Composite score of 69% or higher with a minimum score in each section: (TEAS exam score is valid for 2 years)
  • 62% in Reading 
  • 62% in Mathematics 
  • 60% in Science 
  • 62% in English and Language Use  

Review the Program Admission Testing information.

2025 - 2026 Admissions Selection Criteria:

• Passing TEAS Scores must be submitted to be considered for the RN program.
  
  
• Overall GPA, Natural Science and Math GPA, and TEAS Exam Scores will be weighted at 33.333% each in the calculation of the student’s ranking for selection process.

• Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, active duty or honorably discharged, will receive admissions preference after meeting school of nursing minimum requirement for application. Documentation must be submitted with the Nursing application.

Important Notes:

1. Transfer students: Students transferring from other institutions must submit all official transcripts to Broward College (BC) for evaluation. Pre-requisites courses must be equivalent to the college credit hour standard of semester credit hours at BC.  Refer to college catalog.
2. CHM1032 GENERAL CHEMISTRY SCIENCE ALLIED FIELDS is not included in the overall program credit hours but is a pre-requisite for MCB2010 and lab (Microbiology). Students may not be eligible for federal financial aid for these specific pre-requisite courses.
3. Students pursuing the Bachelor’s degree in Nursing after the Associate of Science in Nursing must take Statistics (STA2023). Please see college catalog for prerequisites.
4. Students who have been out of the nursing program for less than two years MAY be eligible to return if they complete the appropriate remediation for re-tracking and obtain nursing department approval. Students who have been out of the program for 2 years or more are NOT eligible to return.

*If you have not attended Broward College in the past 12 months, you will need to reapply to the College. 

Additional Information:

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (not required to apply):

To graduate from the AS in Nursing program, students must have a Core Humanities (3 credits), either POS2041 OR AMH2020 (as of August 2022) OR AMH2010 (as of Fall 2024), and writing credit(s). Please meet with your academic advisor to ensure you have taken these courses.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) or AMH2010 (History of the United States to 1877) as of Fall 2024, to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. AMH2010 will be only accepted if taken in Fall 2024 and forward. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information about the ASN program, please visit the Nursing Program site or review the Nursing programs FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: January 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree in Nursing 

Program Number: 2127

Campus Offered: Part-time (North)

Program Type: Limited Access

Full-Time RN Program: Approximately 10 semesters in length

APPLICATION PERIODS:

January 2026: July 15 to September 17

2025 - 2026 Application Criteria (pre-requisites below are required to apply)

• All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.
  
  
• Natural Science and Math GPA of 2.5 or higher in the following courses: BSC2085 and BSC2085L; BSC2086 and BSC2086L; MCB2010 and MCB2010L; MAC1105 or higher
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Beginning with the application period for the May 2023 cohort, all science courses (BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, MCB2010, MCB2010L) must have been taken within the last 10 years. If the science courses are older than 10 years, please see an academic advisor to determine eligibility to retake the courses at Broward College.
  • MAC1105 or MAC1105C is the recommended math course. We will accept an equivalent, or higher math course, to apply if a student does not have MAC1105 or MAC1105C
    
    
• ENC1101
  
  
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
  
  
• TEAS Exam required to apply: Composite score of 69% or higher with a minimum score in each section: (TEAS exam score is valid for 2 years)
  • 62% in Reading 
  • 62% in Mathematics 
  • 60% in Science 
  • 62% in English and Language Use  

Review the Program Admission Testing information.

2025 - 2026 Admissions Selection Criteria:

• Passing TEAS Scores must be submitted to be considered for the RN program.
  
  
• Overall GPA, Natural Science and Math GPA, and TEAS Exam Scores will be weighted at 33.333% each in the calculation of the student’s ranking for selection process.

• Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, active duty or honorably discharged, will receive admissions preference after meeting school of nursing minimum requirement for application. Documentation must be submitted with the Nursing application.

Important Notes:

1. Transfer students: Students transferring from other institutions must submit all official transcripts to Broward College (BC) for evaluation. Pre-requisites courses must be equivalent to the college credit hour standard of semester credit hours at BC.  Refer to college catalog.
2. CHM1032 GENERAL CHEMISTRY SCIENCE ALLIED FIELDS is not included in the overall program credit hours but is a pre-requisite for MCB2010 and lab (Microbiology). Students may not be eligible for federal financial aid for these specific pre-requisite courses.
3. Students pursuing the Bachelor’s degree in Nursing after the Associate of Science in Nursing must take Statistics (STA2023). Please see college catalog for prerequisites.
4. Students who have been out of the nursing program for less than two years MAY be eligible to return if they complete the appropriate remediation for re-tracking and obtain nursing department approval. Students who have been out of the program for 2 years or more are NOT eligible to return.

*If you have not attended Broward College in the past 12 months, you will need to reapply to the College. 

Additional Information:

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (not required to apply):

To graduate from the AS in Nursing program, students must have a Core Humanities (3 credits), either POS2041 OR AMH2020 (as of August 2022) OR AMH2010 (as of Fall 2024), and writing credit(s). Please meet with your academic advisor to ensure you have taken these courses.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) or AMH2010 (History of the United States to 1877) as of Fall 2024, to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. AMH2010 will be only accepted if taken in Fall 2024 and forward. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information about the ASN program, please visit the Nursing Program site or review the Nursing programs FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: January 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree in Nursing 

Program Number: 21271

Campus Offered: TBD

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in May

LPN to RN Transition Program: Approximately 5 semesters in length

APPLICATION PERIODS: Apply by March 18

2025 - 2026 Application Criteria (pre-requisites below are required to apply)

• All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.
  
  
• Active unencumbered Florida LPN license
  
  
• One year of clinical experience working as an LPN (documentation with an official company letterhead must be submitted with the Nursing application)
  
  
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
  
  
• Natural Science and Math GPA of 2.5 or higher in the following courses: BSC2085 and BSC2085L; BSC2086 and BSC2086L; MCB2010 and MCB2010L; MAC1105 or higher
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Beginning with the application period for the May 2023 cohort, all science courses (BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, MCB2010, MCB2010L) must have been taken within the last 10 years. If the science courses are older than 10 years, please see an academic advisor to determine eligibility to retake the courses at Broward College.
  • MAC1105 or MAC1105C is the recommended math course. We will accept an equivalent, or higher math course, to apply if a student does not have MAC1105 or MAC1105C
    
    
• ENC1101
  
  
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
  
  
• TEAS Exam required to apply: Composite score of 69% or higher with a minimum score in each section: (TEAS exam score is valid for 2 years)
  • 62% in Reading 
  • 62% in Mathematics 
  • 60% in Science 
  • 62% in English and Language Use  

Review the Program Admission Testing information.

2025 - 2026 Admissions Selection Criteria:

• Passing TEAS Scores must be submitted to be considered for the RN program.
  
  
• Overall GPA, Natural Science and Math GPA, and TEAS Exam Scores will be weighted at 33.333% each in the calculation of the student’s ranking for selection process.

• Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, active duty or honorably discharged, will receive admissions preference after meeting school of nursing minimum requirement for application. Documentation must be submitted with the Nursing application.

Important Notes:

1. Transfer students: Students transferring from other institutions must submit all official transcripts to Broward College (BC) for evaluation. Pre-requisites courses must be equivalent to the college credit hour standard of semester credit hours at BC.  Refer to college catalog.
2. CHM1032 GENERAL CHEMISTRY SCIENCE ALLIED FIELDS is not included in the overall program credit hours but is a pre-requisite for MCB2010 and lab (Microbiology). Students may not be eligible for federal financial aid for these specific pre-requisite courses.
3. Students pursuing the Bachelor’s degree in Nursing after the Associate of Science in Nursing must take Statistics (STA2023). Please see college catalog for prerequisites.
4. Students who have been out of the nursing program for less than two years MAY be eligible to return if they complete the appropriate remediation for re-tracking and obtain nursing department approval. Students who have been out of the program for 2 years or more are NOT eligible to return.

*If you have not attended Broward College in the past 12 months, you will need to reapply to the College. 

Additional Information:

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (not required to apply):

To graduate from the AS in Nursing program, students must have a Core Humanities (3 credits), either POS2041 OR AMH2020 (as of August 2022) OR AMH2010 (as of Fall 2024), and writing credit(s). Please meet with your academic advisor to ensure you have taken these courses.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) or AMH2010 (History of the United States to 1877) as of Fall 2024, to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. AMH2010 will be only accepted if taken in Fall 2024 and forward. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information about the ASN program, please visit the Nursing Program site or review the Nursing programs FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: January 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2153

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in May

APPLICATION PERIOD: October 1 to January 15

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Points will be awarded for completion of general education courses and military status (if applicable).
  
  
• It is recommended that students complete as many general education courses, if not all general education courses, to obtain as many points as possible by the close of the application period.
  
  
• Courses must be complete, and grades posted, prior to the close of the application period to receive points. Courses must have a grade of 'C' or higher. Courses in progress after the application period ends will not be awarded points.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Max Point: 73

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a point tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

May 2024: 36 accepted

• Accepted students earned between 60 and 73 total points.
• Alternate students earned between 53 and 57 total points.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant (AS) Program, please visit the PTA Program site or review the PTA AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate in Science degree

Program Number: 2131

Campus Offered: Central

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: March 29 to June 28

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Overall GPA of 2.5 or higher
  
  
• A grade of 'C' or higher in ENC1101, BSC2085, BSC2085L, MAC1105 OR STA2023, OR MGF1130.
  
  • All courses must be completed by the application deadline to be awarded points. Courses in progress after the application deadline will not be awarded points toward the application.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Max Points: 50 (55 with Military Service points)

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

Important Note: If RTE 1000 is taken at another institution, the credits will not be used in the point system, but the student can still apply to the program.

In the event of a tie, the GPA calculated from the courses listed under Application Criteria (ENC1101, BSC2085, BSC2085L, MAC1105 OR STA2023 OR MGF1130) will be used as a tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

August 2024

• Accepted: 48 students
  Accepted students earned between 36 and 50 points with pre-requisite GPAs between 2.57 and 3.64
• Alternates: 8 students
  Alternate students with points between 35 and 36 points with overall GPA of 3.56

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Radiography (AS) program, please visit the Radiography Program site or review the Radiography AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: August 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate in Science degree

Program Number: 21311

Campus Offered: Central

Program Type: Open Enrollment and begins every semester

APPLICATION PERIOD: Open Enrollment (unlimited seats and applications accepted at any time)

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Hospital-based program applicants must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography OR currently enrolled in an accredited hospital-based program

Additional Information:

Students must complete 25% of the degree at Broward College to satisfy academic residency requirements.

All students must consult with a Career and Technical Education (CTE) advisor.

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

For more information on the Radiography (AS) program, please visit the Radiography Program site.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC)

Program Number: 4288

Campus Offered: Online

Program Type: Limited Access

APPLICATION PERIODS: 

August 2025: April 1 to July 31

January 2026: August 1 to November 30

2025 - 2026 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Applicant must have earned an A.A./A.S. degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution
  
  
• Possess a valid, professional credential from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT License) in Radiography
  
  
• Possess a valid and current State of Florida Department of Health Certified Radiologic Technologist license

2025 - 2026 Admissions Selection Criteria

Admission is first-come, first serve. Students who submit a complete application will be admitted into the Mammography (ATC) program first.

Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, active duty or honorably discharged, will receive admissions preference after meeting the Mammography program minimum requirement for application. Documentation must be submitted with the Mammography application.

Important Notes: Theory courses are taught ONLINE. Clinical education is conducted in healthcare settings.

Program content follows the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum to prepare program completers for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination in Mammography.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students (2024 - 2025 Academic year)

August 2024: 12 students 
January 2025: N/A
August 2025: TBA 

For more information regarding the Mammography (ATC) program, please review the Mammography FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: March 2025

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2176

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in June

APPLICATION PERIOD: November 1 to March 15

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

Program Courses must be completed with a minimum grade of 'C'

• Minimum overall GPA of 2.5
  
  
• Completion of all general education courses (ENC1101, BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, PHY1001 OR RTE2385, SPC1017 OR SPC1608, MAC1105 OR MAC1105C (only), CORE HUMANITIES ELECTIVE, POS2041 or AMH2020 only)
  • MAC1105 or MAC1105C CANNOT be substituted for any other math class per accreditation standards for the DMS Program. Students must take this course.

More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

Preference is given to students who have completed a 2-year Radiography program. Points will be awarded in several categories including completion of general education courses, GPA, and previous educational experience.

Max Points: 59

Please note: To receive 17 points for an AS degree in a health science field, the degree must have led to licensure in patient care (AS in Nursing, AS in Nuclear Medicine, AS in Radiation Therapy, AS in Vision Care, etc.)

AS degrees in Health Science (such as the AS in Health Navigator) that do not lead to licensure with patient care will be awarded 5 points.

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a point tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

June 2024: 21 accepted

• Accepted students earned between 26 and 41 total points. 
• Alternate students earned 19 and 25 points.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AS) program, please visit the DMS Program site or review the DMS AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2179

Campus Offered: Online

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: January 16 to June 30

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

First-Year HIT Applicants:

• Minimum Overall GPA 2.0
  
  
• Completion of all pre-requisite courses is required to be considered for admission into the program.
  
  
• Core HIT courses offered by Broward College are fully online except for the two required Professional Practice Experience courses (HIM1800 and HIM2810).

All courses must have a grade of “C” or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

Second-Year HIT Applicants:

Only students who are matriculating from Sheridan Technical College OR Atlantic Technical College are considered Second Year students.

• Second Year students do not need to complete pre-requisites to apply and can complete the remaining general education courses during the program.
  
  
• Second Year students must submit official transcripts from Sheridan Technical College OR Atlantic Technical College
  
  
• Second Year students must submit a copy of their Medical Biller/Coder certificate

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Application Selection Criteria

• Military Service: Eligible applicants who served in the US Armed Forces, active duty or honorably discharged, will receive admissions preference.
  
  
• Submitting the application does not guarantee a seat into the HIT program.

Important Note: Beginning in August 2021, the AS in Health Information Technology program will be offered fully online.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

August 2023:

• First-Year HIT: 16
• Second-Year HIT: 3

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Health Information Technology (AS) program, please visit the Health Information Technology (HIT) Program site or review the HIT AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2102

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: January 14 to June 28

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Minimum 2.5 GPA in BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, 3-credit CHM1032 and CHM1032L or higher, PHY1001 and higher. ENC1101, MAC1105 OR MGF1130 OR STA2023 OR higher.
  
  
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.5
  
  
• It is recommended that students complete as many general education courses, if not all general education courses, by the close of the application period.
  
  
• Students must fully satisfy ALL Civic Literacy graduation requirements prior to being admitted to the program.Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

Note: Students may apply to the program while enrolled in their last pre-requisite course.

2024 - 2025 Application Selection Criteria

• GPA calculated from the courses listed under Application Criteria (ENC1101, BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, 3-credit CHM1032 and CHM1032L or higher, PHY1001 and higher, MAC1105 OR MGF1130 OR STA2023 OR higher) will be used to rank applicant pool. Applicants with the highest GPAs will be selected first until all seats are filled.
  
  
• In the event of a GPA tie, the GPA calculated from the courses listed under Application Criteria (ENC1101, BSC2085, BSC2085L, BSC2086, BSC2086L, 3-credit CHM1032 and CHM1032L or higher, PHY1001 and higher, MAC1105 OR MGF1130 OR STA2023 or higher) will be awarded points.

In the event of a point tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

Additional Information: In the event of a point tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Number of Accepted Students

August 2024: TBD

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Nuclear Medicine (AS) Program, please visit the Nuclear Medicine Program site or review the Nuclear Medicine AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2159

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: January 14 to March 31

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Points will be awarded in several categories including completion of general education courses.
  • It is recommended that students complete as many general education courses, if not all general education courses, to obtain as many points as possible by the close of the application period.
  • Courses must be complete, and grades posted, prior to the close of the application period to receive points. Courses must have a grade of 'C' or higher.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Application Selection Criteria

Max Points: 117

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a tie, students who have completed HSC1531 (grade of 'C' or higher) will receive the following points.

In the event of a total point tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

August 2024: 36 accepted

• 29 accepted
  • Accepted students earned between 84 and 110 points
• 5 alternates
  • Alternate students earned between 80 and 83 points
    
    

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information on the Radiation Therapy (AS) program, please visit the Radiation Therapy Program site or review the Radiation Therapy AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: August 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 2132

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: March 1 to June 30

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Minimum GPA of 2.5 in the following six (6) general education courses: BSC2085*, BSC2085L*, CHM1032*, ENC1101*, MAC1105* OR MAC1105c* OR MGF1130* OR STA2023*, RET1024
  
  
• Courses with an * next to them may be substituted with an equivalent OR higher course. Please see your academic advisor for more information.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Admissions Selection Criteria

• Selection is based on the GPA from the following six (6) general education courses: BSC2085*, BSC2085L*, CHM1032*, ENC1101*, MAC1105* OR MAC1105c* OR MGF1130* OR STA2023*, and RET1024.
  
  
• The highest GPAs will be selected first until seats are filled.

In the event of a tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

August 2023: 

• 24 students accepted earned GPAs between 2.71 and 3.92
• No alternate pool for August 2023

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information about the Respiratory Care (AS) program, please visit the Respiratory Care Program site or review the Respiratory Care AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Program Courses must be completed with a 'C' grade or better

Award Type: Associate of Science degree

Program Number: 21891

Campus Offered: North

Program Type: Limited Access

Begins in August

APPLICATION PERIOD: January 6 to June 29

2024 - 2025 Application Criteria (must be completed before applying to program)

• Minimum Overall GPA of 2.0
  
  
• It is recommended that students complete as many general education courses as possible before the close of the application period to increase admission points.
  
  
• Students must fully satisfy ALL Civic Literacy graduation requirements prior to being admitted to the program.Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement
  
  
• Completion of all general education courses is not required to be considered for admission into the program.

All courses must have a grade of 'C' or better. GPA must meet the minimum required to apply.

2024 - 2025 Application Selection Criteria

Max Points: 36

Military Service Points are awarded to applicants who are Active Duty or Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces.

In the event of a tie, the overall GPA will be used as the tiebreaker.

Additional Information:

Number of Accepted Students

August 2024: TBD

Starting with Fall 2022, students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective required to graduate with an AS degree. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.

Required admissions criteria courses shown in the application criteria MAY NOT be covered by Financial Aid.

For more information about the Vision Care (AS) Program, please visit the Vision Care Program site or review the Vision Care AS FAQ section.

Once you determine that you meet this program's prerequisites, you may submit a program application.

Updated: July 2024

The college reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the Health Science Department at any time, including those related to admission, instruction, and graduation. All such changes are effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students but also to those who already are enrolled in a Health Science Program. All enrolled students will be notified in writing of such changes as they occur.

Once you have reviewed the admissions selection criteria and determined that you are eligible for your desired health science program, you may submit a Broward College application.

1. On the BC Application webpage, select Degree-seeking Application
2. If you have already created a BC application account, you may simply login. If you are a new applicant, please create an account using your personal email address.
3. Under the New Applicants section select START MY APPLICATION
4. Enter your First Name, Last Name, and a valid Email Address
5. On the next screen, click START A NEW APPLICATION
6. On the next screen, answer the questions as appropriate/truthful for your circumstances.
   Ensure you answer these specific questions as indicated below:
   
   * Please select the option from above that best describes you:
   Returning to Broward College OR Transfer (all health science programs)
   OR
   First-time in College (EMT)
   
   * What degree/certificate are you interested in earning from Broward College?
   Associate of Science (all health science programs)
   OR
   Applied Technology Diploma - EMT
   
   * Are you interested in a Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor's level Limited Access Health Science Program (e.g. Nursing, EMT, BSN)?
   Yes
   
   
7. Click START APPLICATION
8. On the next screen, scroll down to fill in your Personal Information
9. Under the section titled Health Science Limited Access
   *Select your program of interest
   
   
   *Scroll down and answer any additional questions that pop up below. Be sure to have any required information and documentation ready to submit with the application
10. Complete any remaining sections
11. Review your application to ensure that everything is accurate before you submit it
12. Finalize/submit the application

Applications for limited-access health science programs will only be accepted during the program's application periods.

Applications for open-enrollment health science programs may be submitted at any time.

You may review our health science programs' admissions criteria for more information about our health science programs.

If you are interested in a health science program (e.g. Nursing) and you have not completed the program's prerequisites, you may apply to a Health Science Navigator major at any time to complete the program's missing prerequisites. Under this major, once all program prerequisites are complete, you must then submit another application directly to the program of your choice when the following conditions are met:

• The program's application period must be open
• All program's admissions prerequisites must be complete

Course prerequisites (courses in Broward College)
If you are completing the last course prerequisite(s) at BC that is required for admission to a health science program and you wish to apply to the program, the following conditions must be met:

The course's final passing grade must be posted officially on your BC transcript on or before the last day of the BC program's application period.

Course prerequisites (courses outside of Broward College)
If you are completing the last course prerequisite(s) outside of BC that is required for admission in a health science program and you wish to apply to the program, the following conditions must be met:

• The course's final passing grade must be posted officially on your college/university transcript on or before the last day of the BC program's application period.
• The official transcript from the college/university that reflects the course's final grade must be on file on or before the last day of the BC program's application period.
• The course must be transferable to BC and must be equivalent to BC's program prerequisite courses.
• The applicant must show proof of enrollment in the course by attaching an unofficial transcript to the BC Health Science program application or providing the unofficial transcript to a BC Health Science Admissions Officer.

Other prerequisites (testing, licenses, certifications, or prior work experience)
These requirements must be completed and on file on or before the end of a program's application period.