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I just graduated with a degree in public relations & advertising, and really don't enjoy what i'm doing. I originally started to obtain some of my pre-med reqs, but ran into a lot of personal and family issues that distracted me, which also caused a good bit of damage to my GPA...(2.5).

I've obtained both general biologies, one general chem class, and only went as far as college algebra with my current b.a. I was wondering if i chose the ADN to BSN online route, how long would it take me to complete the program, or to atleast start working as an RN with an a.d.? Also, If I ever wanted to go as far as trying to get admitted to CRNA school, would I have a chance with an online degree? I know I would have to greatly improve my GPA, atleast for the last 60 hrs to even be considered.

I'm 24 now and had to work fulltime to fund myself w/ out loans on my first degree. Just looking for any advice that might be helpful, before i consider completely switching directions.

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You can get your associates degree (not online) in about 2 years after which you can work as an RN.

Then the ADN to RN route may take another 18-24 months depending on the program and the co-reqs you need.

I have a friend who got her BSN from an NLN approved online program and is now a CRNA, so taking online classes for your ADN to BSN shouldn't hurt you.

Please feel free to ask further questions. :)

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Would it possible for me to work while obtaining my ADN?

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Specializes in burn ICU, SICU, ER, Trauma Rapid Response.
Would it possible for me to work while obtaining my ADN?

*** I think so. I worked about 3/4 time while in an ADN program. Most of my classmates had jobs as well.

Getting an online BSN will not hurt your chances at grad school at all. The school and your grades are what will count.

You might also consider one of the many accelerated BSN program for people who already have a bachelors degree. Many of them are only one year long (but intense). University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and the UW of Eau Clair both have good programs. There are many others.

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

I worked 30-40 hours while getting my ADN. However, I had all co-req classes done and only took nursing courses.

I did mean to meantion accellerated BSN programs. However, you can not work through those. They cram 2 years of study into one year. You can work maybe 12 or so hours a week tops.

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I'm another recent grad thinking about making the change! I have a degree in political science and broadcast journalism (from UW-Eau Claire!) and am working in local television in Rhode Island. After working in tv for 6 years I know this isn't the path I want to continue on and am thinking about nursing. Would it make more sense for me to go back and get a BSN or would an associate degree be a better route? My GPA isn't the greatest as well for similar reasons, though I did really well my last few years.

How does one go about starting the process? :) Thanks!

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Specializes in burn ICU, SICU, ER, Trauma Rapid Response.
I'm another recent grad thinking about making the change! I have a degree in political science and broadcast journalism (from UW-Eau Claire!) and am working in local television in Rhode Island. After working in tv for 6 years I know this isn't the path I want to continue on and am thinking about nursing. Would it make more sense for me to go back and get a BSN or would an associate degree be a better route? My GPA isn't the greatest as well for similar reasons, though I did really well my last few years.

How does one go about starting the process? :) Thanks!

*** My advice is to do whatever program that gets you a license the fastest. This likely means an accelerated BSN. If you have to work while in school then do ADN. ADN will be by far the cheapest but most community colleges have waiting lists. I would bet that as a UW Eau Clair grad you would stand a great chance of getting into their accelerated BSN program. Call he schools you are interested in and ask to speak to the program counselor to get the ball rolling. If you have and specific questions feel free to PM me. Good luck!

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*** My advice is to do whatever program that gets you a license the fastest. This likely means an accelerated BSN. If you have to work while in school then do ADN. ADN will be by far the cheapest but most community colleges have waiting lists. I would bet that as a UW Eau Clair grad you would stand a great chance of getting into their accelerated BSN program. Call he schools you are interested in and ask to speak to the program counselor to get the ball rolling. If you have and specific questions feel free to PM me. Good luck!

Thanks! I've sent out a few tentative e-mails to some of the community colleges in the area, and may send an e-mail to UWEC as well just to see. I have another year left on my contract at my current job and thought now would be a good time to start exploring and taking care of some of the pre-recs if I decide to go for it. I'm not sure if I want to stay on the east coast for school or move back to the midwest, but the more I think about the possibilities of a major change, the more excited I get! If I can think of anything specific I may drop you a PM. Thanks again!

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