AAS To BSN

klone, MSN, RN · May 31, 2015

ABSN programs are generally just for people who hold a previous Bachelor's degree.

simmonaye · May 31, 2015

That's what I figured but I'm trying to find a traditional BSN program that's only 12 months instead of another 6 semesters

klone, MSN, RN · May 31, 2015

They're aren't any. A BSN is a 4-year degree. Sounds like you got many of your prereqs completed, which will shave off a year or two. But the core nursing courses in a BSN program are still typically two years/4 semesters.

Here.I.Stand, BSN, RN · May 31, 2015

Those classes would probably transfer and fulfill some general ed requirements, but like Klone said, ABSN programs are meant for students who have a BS in another field. My understanding is that they include all of the nursing classes in an accelerated format. RN-to-BSN programs take a previous AAS in nursing into account, and finish the theory, management, research, et al content not typically taught in ADN programs.

Have you looked into WGU's program? I believe you pay per term vs. per credit so can go at a faster or slower pace, whichever works for your life. Again, my understanding -- I didn't do their program so please verify for yourself. :)

simmonaye · May 31, 2015

Lol thanks I'll look into it I'm just trying to get done as soon as possible I'm 22 I don't want to be 30 by the time I realized I'm wasting time

JustBeachyNurse, LPN · May 31, 2015

WGU only has entry to practice in certain states and has a set schedule to meet board of nursing guidelines. You must attend clinical at the specific location.

The flexible program is RN to BSN which can be completed as quickly as 6 months, you must be working as an RN to qualify.

If you want a quick nursing degree go ASN then WGU for RN to BSN once you pass the NCLEX and get a job.

simmonaye · May 31, 2015

So basically the only thing I have to do is take the nursing test and then apply to a bsn program

JustBeachyNurse, LPN · May 31, 2015

So basically the only thing I have to do is take the nursing test and then apply to a bsn program

No you have to attend and graduate from nursing school. Apply for a nursing license by examination. Pass the NCLEX-RN and obtain a license. Once you obtain a job as an RN then you can apply to WGU RN to BSN program with the potential to complete in a single semester (6 months). Or another schools RN to BSN program. Average RN to BSN program is 12-18 months as most RNs are working full time.

Here.I.Stand, BSN, RN · May 31, 2015

oops I guess I read that OP too fast. I missed the part about being a CNA when I typed my reply...my eyes saw AAS and I was thinking you had an AAS in *nursing. JustBeachy is right about WGU's program.

Sorry!

simmonaye · May 31, 2015

At the school that I'm attending you have to take the Rn test before you can enter the nursing program

klone, MSN, RN · May 31, 2015

At the school that I'm attending you have to take the Rn test before you can enter the nursing program

That's a different "RN test" than what we're talking about. That's an entrance exam (HESI? Other schools have different tests - when I started school our school required the NET) and many schools use test scores to decide who to admit into their program. The NCLEX is the exam you take after you graduate from nursing school that allows you to call yourself "RN"