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Hi All,

I'm looking into going into the Nursing field and need some advice on what degree to pursue. I currently have a BS in Materials Science Engineering with minors in chemistry, pre-medicine, and BioEngineering. I also have a MS in Medical Biotechnology. I feel really confident in my science understanding and that I can successfully perform at an accelerated rate. My concern is that I dont "qualify" for a lot of programs because I'm lacking the nutrition class. I also don't know whether I should enroll in an LVN program or ABSN program or if there is a better option. I will need to work while in school (have to pay for this somehow!). Any advice or recommendations? Is the ABSN or LVN (or other route I haven't thought of) better?

Thank you!

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The ABSN would be the best route. You could get the nutrition done very easily while applying. Summer classes here start tomorrow for our second half. You should see if you can get into a nutrition class starting soon for second half of summer.

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ABSN. Why start off with LVN and take 3-4 years to get your BSN when you can be done with your BSN in 15- 18 months

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Hi All,

I'm looking into going into the Nursing field and need some advice on what degree to pursue. I currently have a BS in Materials Science Engineering with minors in chemistry, pre-medicine, and BioEngineering. I also have a MS in Medical Biotechnology. I feel really confident in my science understanding and that I can successfully perform at an accelerated rate. My concern is that I dont "qualify" for a lot of programs because I'm lacking the nutrition class. I also don't know whether I should enroll in an LVN program or ABSN program or if there is a better option. I will need to work while in school (have to pay for this somehow!). Any advice or recommendations? Is the ABSN or LVN (or other route I haven't thought of) better?

Thank you!

*** With that background I really don't understand why you would even consider becoming a nurse! No way I would if I had that education.

Anyway have you considered a direct entry masters program? They take about two years and are a slower pace than the ABSN. (important if you need to work) I strongly recommend you do not do a LVN program.

I assume you are in California or Texas. I don't know what schools offer DE MSN in those states but a quick search should turn a few up.

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Specializes in burn ICU, SICU, ER, Trauma Rapid Response.
ABSN. Why start off with LVN and take 3-4 years to get your BSN when you can be done with your BSN in 15- 18 months

*** Here in Wisconsin the ABSN programs are 12 months.

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