Best route to go from ADN to NP

aromarn · Aug 29, 2009

I think u have to do BSN first , then You have to have 2 years experience before you can work on NP. But every state have their own criteria. But I know for sure, u have to have an experience before NP. But again, things might change, so check with your state.....GOOD LUCk

BeeJayCeeYa · Aug 29, 2009

Some colleges (Loyola here in New Orleans comes to mind) have "bridge" programs that let you bypass earning the BSN and move directly to MSN. There are additional courses that are required which adds some time to the coursework. Loyola has a bridge program that is entirely online.

I only mentioned Loyola because I know someone who is in the program.

Jules A, MSN · Aug 29, 2009

I'm doing my BSN first to ensure that I have something in my hand after a couple of years worth of hard work. I'm always cautious about thinking too far ahead. Going part-time from my ADN to NP will cost about $30,000 and it looks like its going to take me 5 years. I couldn't give a rip about the "prestige" of the school. I focused on one that would take all my ancient credits and be flexible with gen-eds so I am able to skip that ever important Basketweaving 101.

NC29mom, ASN, LPN, RN · Aug 29, 2009

i am in the same situation. my long term goal is to be an adult np. i don't know where you live, but in nc we have several schools that offer a "fast track" adn to msn. in fact, you can do it in 3 semesters. it is all online except for your clinical rotation, which you can do close to home. main thing is you have to have 1 yr experience as a rn, have a 3.0 gpa, take the gra (graduate record exam) and, of course, apply & be interviewed. below is the link to the east carolina university webpage, if you are interested.

http://nursing.ecu.edu/home.htm

(just click the rn to msn option) and use the menu to the left (in purple), click future students, then click graduate, then click rn to msn and you will see even more information on the program.

i have done a lot of research about the rn to msn program, trying to decide what i should do. if you need more options or information, feel free to send me a message.

best of luck to you - keeping reaching for the stars!!

Jules A, MSN · Aug 29, 2009

i am in the same situation. my long term goal is to be an adult np. i don't know where you live, but in nc we have several schools that offer a "fast track" adn to msn. in fact, you can do it in 3 semesters. it is all online except for your clinical rotation, which you can do close to home. main thing is you have to have 1 yr experience as a rn, have a 3.0 gpa, take the gra (graduate record exam) and, of course, apply & be interviewed. below is the link to the east carolina university webpage, if you are interested.
http://nursing.ecu.edu/home.htm
(just click the rn to msn option) and use the menu to the left (in purple), click future students, then click graduate, then click rn to msn and you will see even more information on the program.
i have done a lot of research about the rn to msn program, trying to decide what i should do. if you need more options or information, feel free to send me a message.
best of luck to you - keeping reaching for the stars!!

thanks for the information. sorry if this is a stupid question but after getting a msn how much more school would you have to complete to be eligible for np?

NC29mom, ASN, LPN, RN · Aug 30, 2009

As far as I know once you get you MSN and pass the boards for the NP, you are a NP. I'm not really sure, that is a good question. You can certainly check with the BON to find out. As far as school, that is it (the MSN) I'm pretty sure. Your MSN will be in Advanced Practice Nursing as a Family NP or an Adult NP.

Don't give up. NP are the future. The reason that they offer 'fast tract' programs for ADN to MSN is due to most doctors going into specialities these days. There are not enough for general/family practice. And as we all know, preventive care and well check ups are the way to catch problems early.