Help! Decisions in MI, Lpn first or RN?

[famof5]

I'm starting over! After 22 years with AT&T and getting laid off, I finally decided it was my chance at becoming a nurse. I've always wanted to, but never had the courage to take that step. I was a single mother and 2 children. A job that paid well and benefits, but no security. Lol! Which is why I'm here now. I live in MI, and wanted to know if their are any nurses out here that have taken the LPN program at Oakland Univ. Riverview? I hear its only a 15 mos. course, which is good because I really need to get back to work. Unemployment , doesn't pay the bills... But I'm confused on whether I should take the time and do the Lpn, or just go for the RN. ( which is what I wanted) Mom is a retired RN and says jobs are limited for LPN and that Bridge programs are few and far between. HELP!!! I don't want to feel like I'm wasting time. Any advice?

[affroman]

Ur mom is correct, go RN! It's better and more $$, good luck!

[AngelicDarkness]

I don't think it is fair to say it is better. Op it is up to you. Yes there is more pay, and more education, but why not enjoy what you worked hard for first?:-)

[Dante75067]

No hesitation. Get your RN.

[tbehlow, LPN]

I live in MI AS WELL, and I'm am aLPN.. I entered the LPN program through Davenport .. I have no regrets . I work for a local hospital, on the med surg floor.. Yes they make more, but I was always thought do what u love , money will come. I make good wages and good benefits .