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So I read this on fb today. Someone is claiming on a post for Kaplan that states are going to start refusing to re license nurses unless they have a bsn.

Well as a 2 yr prepared RN and then did choose to go back for my BSN/MSN, your fears are understandable as I had the same. States are moving towards requiring RNs to obtain higher degrees in order to renew licensure. NY will not license someone without a 4 year degree and CA and TX are moving in that direction. Unless you have a previous 4 yr degree in another area, you should be able to get financial aid without many loans and most programs are online so little time away from work. I learned so much more in studying for my BSN that I was not exposed to in my ADN program. Yes my employer even gave me a promotion and large raise once I finished.

Um, if you're referring to me, you have never been more wrong in your life. Way to assume however.

It was a funny joke ;-)

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Um, if you're referring to me, you have never been more wrong in your life. Way to assume however.

you talking to me, honey bee? :madface:

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The OP works for Kaplan.

The OP posted a comment that someone else posted on FB I believe.

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Where'd you find that out?

His crystal ball told him.

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Specializes in HH, Peds, Rehab, Clinical.

If you were at all funny, I'd consider it...

First of all, you need to learn how to take a joke.
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Specializes in HH, Peds, Rehab, Clinical.

Were those your words highlighted in the quote box? Then, no

you talking to me, honey bee? :madface:
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So I read this on fb today. Someone is claiming on a post for Kaplan that states are going to start refusing to re license nurses unless they have a bsn.

Well as a 2 yr prepared RN and then did choose to go back for my BSN/MSN, your fears are understandable as I had the same. States are moving towards requiring RNs to obtain higher degrees in order to renew licensure. NY will not license someone without a 4 year degree and CA and TX are moving in that direction. Unless you have a previous 4 yr degree in another area, you should be able to get financial aid without many loans and most programs are online so little time away from work. I learned so much more in studying for my BSN that I was not exposed to in my ADN program. Yes my employer even gave me a promotion and large raise once I finished.

Wait until you hear something from the BON.

If and when that happens I can assure you it will be such a big deal it will probably make the news.

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Don't states already require an applicant to have graduated from an accredited school of nursing? Some states require a certain number of CEUs, obtained at your own expense, to renew your license making this an addition requirement of already licensed and practicing nurses.

When it's economically feasible, what would stop them from requiring a BSN degree?

There are different types of accreditation. States require schools to meet a minimum standard, but they do not have to meet all types of accreditation requirements.

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Specializes in General Surgery.
Were those your words highlighted in the quote box? Then, no

Growl. Lol

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Specializes in 15 years in ICU, 22 years in PACU.
There are different types of accreditation. States require schools to meet a minimum standard, but they do not have to meet all types of accreditation requirements.

I agree, I was pointing out that states' Boards of Nursing can and do make all kinds of educational requirements before issuing or renewing a license.

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Haven't heard that one yet. But I'm sure it is coming down the

pike.

What makes you say that?
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This is definitely true.

It has to be.

Somebody posted on FB that they read it on Kaplan. At least that's what I heard.

What stronger evidence does anybody need, for Pete's sake?

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