Nursing Classes - Not working at all is not an option for me

[Leonora Walton]

So I'm trying to figure out this whole nursing school thing, when it comes to working a full time job or part time job. Like are nursing classes basically all day or just morning to noon. I'm in a position where I have to work so not working at all is not an option for me. Any suggestions?

[203bravo, MSN, APRN]

I would say that this very program specific as well as if you are attending part time or full time... The program I attended was some days would be mornings - some mornings to afternoon - then finally our clinical days would be 6-8 hours plus driving time (then time to complete care plan.)  Students that worked in our program generally had part time jobs that were mostly evening type work.. such as wait staff or nurse aides and the such... 

I would recommend reaching out to current/past students of your program or the program staff directly.

Best of luck. 

[Garcia, BSN, NP]

completely understand where you're coming from! When I was in a similar situation a while back, I found myself grappling with the same questions. It's definitely a challenge to balance nursing school with a job, especially when you have to work.

From my experience, nursing classes can vary in their schedules depending on the program and university. Some classes might indeed be in the morning to noon, while others could extend throughout the day. What I found particularly helpful was doing some research and reaching out to the specific nursing programs you're interested in. They often have advisors who can provide detailed information about class schedules and how they might align with your work commitments.

Remember, it's all about finding the right balance for your unique situation. Don't hesitate to explore different options, reach out to program advisors, and gather as much information as you can before making your decision. Best of luck on your journey to nursing school – you've got this!