LMSWtoNP

Thanks that's helpful. Do you know of any other nights and weekends program besides BMCC in NYC?

Hi everyone, I am currently a social worker in NYC and I'd like to pursue nursing with the end goal of becoming a PMH-NP. I am currently in NYC and was wondering if anybody knows of a second degree program that isn't accelerated. as unfortunately, I cannot quit working to pursue full time studies. Would anybody recommend that I first earn my associates (I know BMCC offers a nights and weekend program) and then do a RN to MSN bridge program? Do I need to have work experience as an RN before getting into an MSN program? If so, about how much? I know that certain private schools offer direct entry masters programs where you earn your BSN in the first 12-15 months, and then the next 2 years, you work on your masters degree. Unfortunately, I cannot afford private schools and cannot take out any more loans. My job will pay for part of my education (about 6 credits per semester) as long as I attend a state or city school. Basically, I would like to continue doing what I do (psychotherapy) but be able to prescribe as well as there is a huge shortage of bilingual prescribers where I serve. I am pretty limited however because I can't move away for family reasons, can't afford private school, and probably won't qualify for financial aid due to working full time as a social worker. Any recommendations are appreciated. And I should also mention I have already completed some of my prereqs (A and P I, and II, Chemistry, and nutrition). I've earned pretty good grades in undergrad and grad school (I think my science GPA is a 3.4).