I will be starting nursing school on May 24th. I am 26 - already have a degree in music education. Back in college, I actually considered joining the marines and went through a lot of the steps in that direction, including passing the pft to become an officer. Unfortnately, at the time, I was still very confused about what I wanted and was too scared so when it came time to sign on the dotted line, I turned it down. Anyhow, 5 years later...as I was looking for part time jobs etc, a friend of mine in the navy suggested joining the military. I hadn't even thought about that since college and the more I think about it, the more I like that option. And I won't lie, the financial benefits were enticing. However, I still have nursing school to go through. Does anyone know if there are options with any branch for people like me who have yet to complete nursing school? I looked into the air force already and was told that I would have to wait until I am completely done with school. I checked into the army and it looked like maybe I could do the reserves while I finish school - haven't talked to anyone about it yet. It would be amazing if I could start something sooner just to help pay for living expenses and/or school.
Furthermore, I don't mind being deployed, but I am also hoping for something where the deployment lengths are on the shorter side... more than 4 months at a time seems like a lot to me? And to top it all off - I would love if I had a way to be stationed in the north east area - PA, DC, MD, VA etc. So if you know a branch that has a lot of first time nurses stationed in the north east, let me know. I know that I can't expect to get everything I want, but it doesn't hurt to know which branch I would have a higher chance of getting some of those things. :-)
And if there are absolutely no ways for me to start with a military branch until I graduate from nursing school, well I guess I'll have to wait those 2 years.
I think you're making a really good decision. There isn't a thing wrong with being enlisted (I was, and a lot of us on the board were) but your ultimate goal is officer, so you're better off starting on that road.
I went to an accelerated program myself and I know that time will fly by. Stress to the recruiter that you're serious about this, it's something you truly want to do and plan to do.
We're all here all the time - ask anything you like. I'm an AF RN but am happy to provide encouragement or answer any general military questions if I can. I know how excited you must be!
What is an Accelerated BSN program length? What college did you attend? I graduate in may with my RN so I am trying to get informatoon :) Also how often do they accept students? Is the program cohort based (only offer classes at certain times or every semester)? Is it online or face-to face?
ElizEub:)
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What is an Accelerated BSN program length? What college did you attend? I graduate in may with my RN so I am trying to get informatoon :) Also how often do they accept students? Is the program cohort based (only offer classes at certain times or every semester)? Is it online or face-to face?
Thank you :)