What path to take to become an RN?

[jp2010]

I am in the Denver area, and I've been thinking for a long time about making a total career change and doing what I've always wanted - become an RN. Does it make sense to do an Accelerated BSN program? An ADN program? Here's my background info:

-BS degree in Economics, received in 2002, GPA of 3.2ish

-MBA received in 2007, GPA of 3.6

-No healthcare industry experience. I've been working as an auditor/accountant

Which GPA will matter? Or is it more important what grades I receive in prereqs? I'm concerned my Bachelor's GPA will take me out of the running at CU, at least.

Where should I take prereqs in the Denver area? Is my application weaker if I just take them at Community College?

Programs I have considered include the Community College System ADN, Accelerated BSN at CU, Metro State and Regis.

[Goldeeloxx]

Hey there! Couple of things:

1) With your education background I would go for a BSN for sure! I am in a BSN program now and they are stressing ADNs are not going to be as desirable as BSNs in the job market.

2) The community colleges are only offering ADN programs and the wait list is about 3 years. So there's that to consider.

3) I am not sure which GPA matters with CU (BA or MBA) but I know they are very strict about that criteria. There are other BSN programs you can apply to. Regis, Metro State, UNC and DSN. They are all great schools.

4) I don't think it makes a difference where you take your pre-reqs. The grade you get is very important. CCD offers online courses that are great if you can't attend normal class times.

Good luck. Let me know if you have any other questions!