Hello everyone! I'm a current RN program student (in 2nd semester out of 4 semesters). I have a bachelor's in psychology. If I wanted to become a FNP, what do you think is the better route? 1) Post ADN: Get BSN and then go for MSN/NP program? 2) Post ADN: Go to RN-MSN program and then go for NP certification? I actually started a BSN program last Winter, but now I'm having seconds thoughts. Timeline wise, both route 1 and 2 are about similar. I assume route 1 is cheaper because, generally speaking, bachelor's degrees are cheaper than master's programs. But, route 2 will get me an MSN, which will give me more of a "status" and flexibility (in the case that I do not want to pursue FNP). Or, in your experiences, is there another route that I'm not even thinking of? Thank you all in advance! 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
May 2 by tnbutterfly - Mary, BSN, RN tnbutterfly - Mary is a BSN, RN and specializes in Peds, Med-Surg, Disaster Nsg, Parish Nsg. 14 Followers; 139 Articles; 5,599 Posts; 202,207 Profile Views Moved to General Student forum for more discussion. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
May 2 by 203bravo, BSN, MSN, RN, APRN 1,108 Posts; 11,332 Profile Views You could also consider an ADN to NP program. There is usually no need for the extra steps. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
