jwillnyc

Nice! Thanks for the insight!

A little update on this - I've decided to become an PCT (Patient Care Tech) and land something with a hospital that will help subsdize some of the cost. I see it as a win-win - I get the hands on experience and an employeer who'll help cover some of the cost.

Not seeing it. Maybe because I'm a new member?

Thanks @wannabeny! I have looked at local ASN programs but I'm worried about career opportunities with only a ASN.

Hello, all! I'm a new poster here and have been an EMT in NY and NJ since 2015. I've traveled abroad to Central America and Haiti and have worked a few "adventure" courses since my certification. I love working one-on-one with patients and suggesting best practices for self-care and better health. In 2016, I decided to begin pursuit of a FOURTH degree (I already hold an A.A.S., B.Tech and M.S. in digital tech and comm) and I'm currently paying out of pocket for BSN pre-req courses. I am a bit worried after researching RN schools in the NY/NJ area and seeing that accelerated BSN programs can cost upwards of $125k (NYU)!!! Any suggestions on scholarships or repayment programs? I'm currently looking at the Navy Nurse Candidate Program (NCP) and a few federal repayment programs. For those 2nd career nurses, how do you manage the debt?