Anyone get paid schooling for RN from RPN

[RiverOne]

Probably a long shot, but I have heard of such things when hospitals agree to help finance this. Even if it is in a different country I would have an interest. I have dual citizenship with Ireland and Canada so opens up the whole EU. I am currently in first year RPN program in Ontario. I do want to upgrade to RN however I am interested if there is cheaper ways. If not, I would apply to the bridging programs offered here. I have read those threads as well.

Any help is greatly appreciated!

Shannon

[Fiona59]

It varies from province to province. Some employers will pay for part of the courses but you have to work a certain number of hours to be eligible. Then you are "tied" to them for x number of years.

I've heard that some LTCs out here will pay for it and you have to work for them for x number of years.

I know in AB a PN has to have at least 1000 hours work experience before they can do the bridge.

Canada is not like the US with the "quick" bridge. Here, we are lucky if you manage to enter into year two of the BScN

[RiverOne]

Yes, I know there are few schools that offer the bridging program. It is quite disappointing, however this was best path for me as with nursing you have to know if you love it to make it worth it. I didn't want to jump right into a 4 year program however looks like it will take me a long time to upgrade. Thank you so much for your help. In Ontario you can bridge directly without set hours. However I wonder if Alberta schools require that you do if you did bridge that way. I will look into it. If i have to go for the full 4 years I will.

[Fiona59]

I've had co-workers do the bridge. They required over 1000 hours of paid employment to meet the requirements. At one point it was 1750 but I believe it's down to 1200 or so.

It's not a great deal the bridge. An LPN with good skills, hospital time, and experience get admitted to year two if there is space.