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Is an ADN with a non-nursing bachelors degree better than just an ADN?



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Jul 20, 2005 02:25 PM

Is an ADN with a non-nursing bachelors degree better than just an ADN?


Hi,

I'm thinking of going to nursing school and can't decide whether to get an ADN (much less expensive!) or BSN (apparently would better prepare me for management positions and more advanced nursing). Other people have written that having a BSN is better, especially for management, because it helps develop your critical thinking skills more, shows you have a more well-rounded education, etc. But can my BA prove those things, while my ADN (assuming I pass the test!) shows I am a competent nurse? I don't mean to offend anyone by implying that any kind of education is inherently better. I know it ultimately depends on the individual program, personality, experience, etc. But I am just trying to make up my mind about which program to enter, and wondering if my BA would at least put me in better standing than just having an ADN, if not in equal standing with having a BSN. Thanks!


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Old Jul 20, 2005, 04:09 PM

In nursing, if you have an ADN, an ADN is what will be considered mostly your highest education for NURSING advancement. Having a BA (while commendable) is often not so helpful in advancing in nursing at all. The BSN, MSN and so on is the preferred progression for education in nursing, if you want to advance in nursing, beyond bedside care.

Is it right? I think not, but this is how it is.

Have you considered an accelerated BSN or MSN?
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