Nursing Students Pre-Nursing
Published Aug 16, 2009
erict
6 Posts
How long does it generally take to finish the pre-reqs for nursing school? I'm in California right now and the budget cuts are really taking a toll at my community college. Most of the classes that I need are either full or canceled, and the board recently decided to cancel winter session. I'm afraid that I'll have to stay for 3+ years.
Sand_Dollar, BSN
1,130 Posts
It will cost more, but perhaps you can take classes online. There are many accredited schools around (I'm doing mine through ccconline). I'm really sorry about the problems CA is having, that sucks for all the students.
lightsnoise
114 Posts
If you're trying to go for your BSN, then it's going to 2-3 years along with your general education/transfer requirements.
waterpaint
82 Posts
I went to a 4 year accredited nursing school in NY, and the first 2 years were designated pre-reqs. I'm sure all states work differently...just make sure the advice you're getting is from a Cali student. GOOD LUCK!!
work&play
362 Posts
I live in Los Angeles and it looks like if I'm lucky enough to get in the prereqs. it's going to take me a year. The courses have long waiting lists and they won't cancel.
bluechick112
370 Posts
I live in the SF Bay Area and it took me 3 years to do my prerequisites. Then again, it really depends on which school you're applying to. Different schools have different amounts of prerequisites.
retread71
59 Posts
it takes as long as it takes. All I have is time. I try not to think of the obstacles that will discourage me.
CrunchyMama, ASN, RN
1,068 Posts
It took me 3 1/2 semesters to finish mine. I start nursing on the 24th!!!! Good luck to you all!
nohika
506 Posts
It'll take me about a full year (four, technically five quarters). Summer quarter to summer quarter. Then I apply. Applying to a variety of different colleges, so hopefully I'll get in.
nurse4forever
140 Posts
I shall remember your comment as I start my journey to become an RN. I went to orientation today since classes start next week, and there are so many pre-nursing students like me trying to get on the waitlist for the ADN program at the CC I plan on attending. They only accept 60 students each fall and right now the waitlist is about about 3 years. YIKES!!! After reading your comment about not letting any obstacles discourage you is an inspiration for me to not give up no matter how long it takes me to reach my goals. Thanks!!!