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Dilemma

I am a 38 year old CNA with just 3 years experience. I recently was accepted to my local CC's LPN program that's 4 semesters long. That's Fall 2013-Spring 2015. I can also take their one-term phlebotomy course. The only difference to me is one year. With phlebotomy I'd be done with my BSN Spring 2017. As an LPN it's Spring 2018.

I know LPN's earn more than phlebotomists. After either program, my family will be relocating to Chesapeake, VA. I want to makes as much as I can during my BSN. Is the extra year worth it? I've checked, a CNA in Chesapeake makes at most $13/hr with experience. An LPN there is around $17/hr with some earning up to $20/hr. Phlebotomist I'm not sure on. If it were just me I know what I'd do. But I've got to help raise my infant twin boys, pay for school out of pocket & do what's best.

What would you do?

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    Does completion of the LPN program automatically enroll you into the BSN program? If so, I would opt for the decision that results in the fastest graduation time. If not, that means that you may need to take actions that 'sweeten' your application for the BSN program - so phlebotomy may be a plus. Whichever route you take, don't overextend yourself while in school - you need to keep those grades as high as possible.

    Best of luck to you & congrats on your twins!!!

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