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Paramedic to BSN?

Long story short, I'm a Paramedic and have been pursuing medical school for the past few years. A combination of academic transgressions from my youth and current life circumstances have closed that door, but I still want to continue my education so I'm now considering PA, NP, or CRNA routes.

I already have a BS in a non-healthcare related field, but know that I will need a BSN to pursue NP or CRNA. I know there are Paramedic-to-RN bridge programs and RN to BSN programs, but is there such a thing as a Paramedic to BSN program for those who already hold a first bachelor's degree? Or would I be better off to do two bridge programs....? Any of them would have to be online, as I work 24/48 shift work....

TIA....

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    You can look into an accelerated BSN since you have a non-nursing bachelors degree. You may or not get placement for your paramedic work. ABSN programs are usually 12-24 months

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    I just saw the online part. You likely won't be able to find that since you will need to do clinical rotations for the RN portion. The RN BSN bridge can be done online. I think maybe Excelsior offers what you want but lots of people have issues with licensing and maybe even with further education due to accreditation issues

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    Just from your brief OP background, I think you would be happier pursuing PA options. Neither option will let you do your education fully online (probably not even partially either).

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    No matter what, your prelicensure program is going to require at least some in-class time for skills and clinical.

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