Online RN to BSN programs

Trauma Columnist · Aug 13, 2004

I did the University of Phoenix online program - they require a year of so of clinical experience first. I did it in 18 months but I doubled classes some of the time. It can be done even faster! Don't know the answer to the CRNA question though, but think that it has been discussed - you might try a search.

sdg · Aug 13, 2004

I have only looked at my local university and the University of Phoenix's programs. Both would take approximately 3 semesters if you went full time. Since ADN programs don't require some of the same pre-reqs though you might have to take some additional classes. For example my ADN program does not require Comp II, any Chemistries, and only 1 humanities other than speech. In addition to the Nursing classes of the BSN, I would have to also add these. When I spoke to the nursing recruiter or advisor or whatever he was at UofP, he said the admission process there is very selective 5-10% of applicants. This might also be something to look at. The online program has some pros and cons other than the regular distance learning issues. You only take one class at a time which is good because you can devote more time to it, but its five weeks at a time, so I wonder what the retention value on that is. Clinicals you do in your place of employment

flipnenya · Aug 31, 2006

I am working on my ASN but definately want to start working on a RN to BSN program soon after I become a RN. I never really thought about online RN to BSN but am now considering it since I may move after I become a RN and there may not be a university nearby. I mainly have 2 areas of concern: 1. Is an online RN to BSN program a program that can be finished FASTER than a regular "go to the classroom" RN to BSN program at a university? There's a university here that has a classroom RN to BSN that can be completed in 3 semesters with an ASN degree and was wondering if I could get it done faster any other way. 2. Would getting a BSN online hurt my chances of being accepted into a CRNA program? I'm not sure if an online program would be "looked down on" or not. Thanks in advance!

I just completed my BSN through Indiana Wesleyan University and it took 18 months to complete. The program is well-organized and I don't feel my online BSN is being "looked down" by anyone. I am starting a Master's program in October, 2006 and since my BSN program was CCNE accredited I am having no difficulty with graduate programs. To get into a CRNA program not only requires a BSN but documented critical care experience so check with a program to find out if they will accept an online degree. For me it was worth it. :jester:

Tweety, BSN, RN · Aug 31, 2006

Check out this discussion here: https://allnurses.com/forums/f125/rn-bsn-online-105380.html

Most online RN to BSN programs are catered to the working individual and can be completed in 18 months to 2 years. Mine is going to take me 2.5 years because I needed some co-req courses like Statistics, Chemistry and Humanities.

When I apply for jobs or grad school my resume is going to state my degree and the school I received it from. It's not going to say "FCHS - and I got it online". Pick and NLN approved program if you plan on going to grad school or CRNA school and that should be good enough.