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HOW would you spend your MONEY?

Should I:

1. Take the 3-4 science classes I need and apply to an ABSN program -OR-

2. Do an LPN program, then progress to an ABSN?

The LPN program will get me into the field faster AND help with employment ( Better $$$)/ school applications ( work experience). However, It would mean a year not progressing on classes. Plus , where I live the LPN programs cost $30,000 (they are all offered by for profit schools).

I want to earn a DNP, so I need to fulfill the reqs for a BSN degree anyway. I do not know if the money spent on a LPN would be wise given my future goals. The BSN and associate degree programs in my state are COMPETITIVE- their is a strong likelihood I will need to spend money on moving to further my education. ALL the LPN to BSN bridge programs I see STILL want science classes.

I could spend money on ONE program, or I spend money on TWO programs ( using one as a hedge of sorts).

I'd rather not make costly mistakes, as I already have mediocre grades from my first college experience that ended in 2012 with a BA in a non science field. I have been working as a pharmacy technician for seven years after my BA and have been taking science classes the last three of those years in preparation. Any advice is WELCOME!!!

Thank you!

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    Take the science classes and get the ABSN! An accelerated program should only take a year and a half, maybe two tops. That gets you into the field quicker so you have some cash and experience to apply to a DNP program. The ABSN program is particularly helpful if you want hospital experience, depending on the area you live in.

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    ADN then get the experience you need before your DNP while finishing your regular BSN.

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    Thanks !!! I am taking two of the classes I need to progress ( Micro and AP1) this fall. I will spend my semester researching ADN schools and trying to raise money for myself- the LPN courses are simply too expensive at this time.

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