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1. Words of wisdom for starting a new career in nursing?

   krc229 replied to krc229's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Emunah, that is my biggest issue actually! Our ADN is at a community college so it is significantly cheaper, while our BSNs in the area are only at private schools. I just thought it would be easier to try and go right for the BSN all at once, but ...

2. Words of wisdom for starting a new career in nursing?

   krc229 replied to krc229's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thanks everyone! I really appreciate your advice. :)

3. Words of wisdom for starting a new career in nursing?

   krc229 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi everyone, My first path has been in anthropology and forensics, but I am now hoping to transition into nursing. I went to my first nursing school meeting yesterday where they discuss admissions, prerequisites, program options, etc. and I am feeli...

4. I want to become a nurse, but I already have a MA in a different field - advice?

   krc229 replied to krc229's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thanks everyone! Has anyone here earned their ABSN, BSN, or ADN online and done their clinicals in their home area? It doesn't seem like too many online programs exist at these levels, but I am just curious. Ladyt, I was also thinking about forensic...

5. I want to become a nurse, but I already have a MA in a different field - advice?

   krc229 replied to krc229's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thanks to everyone who replied so far! As much as I would love to do an ABSN, I live in New York and the programs in my area are very expensive. That is one reason I was considering doing LPN first (since I could pay it off as I go). I would love ...

6. I want to become a nurse, but I already have a MA in a different field - advice?

   krc229 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi everyone! I have my BA and MA in anthropology, and I focused on forensic anthropology for my MA. I also have a lot of experience in disaster recovery and relief. I have met a lot of great nurses while working different jobs and volunteering with...