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Can I get my adn then my BSN?
Nurses can choose from either an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Some nurses choose the ADN degree route to enter the workforce sooner, with the option to obtain a BSN later on in an RN to BSN program.
How long does it take to get an ADN degree?
two years
Generally, ADN programs take two years to complete. Depending on the status of your credits (such as if you have applicable transfer credits,) you may be able to earn your ADN in a shorter amount of time. For others, such as part-time students, earning your ADN may take longer than two years.
What is the difference between ADN and BSN degree pathways?
One of the biggest differences between the ADN and BSN degree pathways is the length of time needed to earn each degree. Every school has their own estimates for program length depending on full or part time enrollment.
What is the most common path to becoming a registered nurse?
The most common path taken by Registered Nurses is through a traditional four-year undergraduate BSN program. With the IOMs recommendations of BSN by 2020, there has been an increasing number of students obtaining undergraduate BSN degrees. This number will only continue to rise.
What classes are included in the BSN program?
Our BSN program includes classes covering patient care across the lifespan, national and global health policy, nursing informatics, evidence-based nursing research and practice, mental health nursing and much more. The BSN curriculum is more comprehensive to help professional nurses learn how to deliver complete, holistic care.
What are the fastest growing entry-level nursing jobs without a degree?
Nursing assistants (NAs) rank among the fastest growing entry-level nursing jobs that do not require a degree. NAs perform routine healthcare services, from recording patient vital signs to assisting with their hygiene.