Adn Or Bsn?

Tweety, BSN, RN · Nov 6, 2008

There is no difference. Both ADNs and BSNs are RNs.

Also note that "CNA" means Certified Nursing Assistant, which is a certification that takes usually three to six months. Did you mean "CRNA"?

Also note that the LPN to ADN school is for students already an LPN, so you would go LPN first, then go LPN to ADN which would get you the RN. Then you would need to go ADN to BSN, then you would need to go BSN to NP.

It a long long road for you that is going to take committment and years.

With your qualifications you qualify for "Accelerated BSN" programs, which are generally a year of intense study (usually at a university tuition rates) but gets you the RN, BSN in only one year. If you don't have to work, and can fund it, this is what I recommend. It will shave off at minimum 3 years of school for you.

Good luck. Please feel free to ask any questions you have. The paths to nursing can be very confusing.

bridken · Nov 6, 2008

Yes, I meant CRNA. Thanks for your advice. Yes, it can be quite confusing. I am trying to get in touch with our local tech and university, so I can talk about my prior education and see what direction I should take.

Thanks!

Tweety, BSN, RN · Nov 8, 2008

Good luck to you! Feel free to ask questions.

Erica2BRN612 · Apr 21, 2009

I have a question regarding ADN and BSN programs. Whats the diffeernce in learning styles between them. I've heard many people say that ADN programs do more bedside manners than BSN's. Where BSN's programs involve more paper work and management.

Just Confused??

Prettyladie · Apr 21, 2009

basically that is right. ADN, you do the clinicals, and beside etc. but in obtaining your bsn, you have more classes over management and leadership type courses. thats it. basically.

Elvish, BSN, DNP, RN, NP · Apr 21, 2009

I'm going to jump in & say it depends on the program. BSN programs do have management/research/leadership courses, but that's not to say that no ADN programs contain the same content, even if it's not taught in a formal class. It may be mixed in with content in other courses.

And there are BSN programs that are bedside-heavy and paperwork-light. So it is going to depend on the program. The school I went to (BSN) had a nice mix of both, I thought. I still didn't know my head from a hole in the ground as a new grad, but I don't blame it on the school. That's just being new. :)

trina820 · May 17, 2009

Im very confused about this . Which one would be the better I'm a single mother of two and dont have the time to go back to school and was wondering which one would I should do. Im still doing my pre-reqs, so I have sometime time to think about which is best . Anyone have any suggestions? I really would like to hear your ideas.

caliotter3 · May 17, 2009

If possible, you should get your BSN now and get it over with. Then you don't have to be worrying about being put in a bind in the future. Often people find that with wait lists and lotteries and such, it is easier in some instances to be admitted to a BSN program instead of the ADN programs in their area. But if you want entry to the workforce faster (maybe, if you are accepted right away with no rejections or wait lists), you might want to go the ADN route, then work on your BSN. Whatever your decision, good luck.

crazytonurse · May 17, 2009

Well, I can only tell you why I chose BSN over ADN as I refuse to pass judgement stating one is better than the other. My reasons being, is the ADN programs around me either have bad reputations, or have waiting lists. In addition all the hosipitals near me. ( we have a ton) are switching to only hire at least BSN and urging ADN's ( current employees)to bridge. or at least that is what I was told. I want to either work at Children's or the Maternity ward eventually so I chose the BSN route. I thankfully have a wonderful supporative husband who stands beside me and knudged me the BSN route attending the unversity here instead of the cc and supports our family (2 beautiful kids) without requiring me to work althouth we struggle monthly it will truely be worth it in the end when I am doing something I love and contributing to our families wealth. Good luck in your decision. :)

Bicster · May 17, 2009

there are 30,000 threads on this topic and a whole forum devoted to it. the search button is your friend!

SwtSangria · May 17, 2009

If you want to move up in management..BSN is the way to go.

mginn01 · Dec 23, 2014

I was looking to get some advice on getting an associate degree RN. Is it a complete waste of time now that most all colleges prefer the BSN and make you get it anyway within a number of years? I feel like the ADN is a dying program yet it is so much more affordable. Any comments welcome, thanks!