Simonne

Lalaxton, you worked at Yale, how was it. I assume you worked in the Nursing department. How is their Nursing program, I guess it ranks pretty high across the US. I realize the tuition is very high, but it cuts down on a lot of time spent in other universities, and it all adds up. Taking 1 or 2 years off the length of the program is well worth the high tuition and afterall, it is an ivy league school, so I guess you also pay for that. But, I believe its well worth the cost. And, no, the Canadian dollar doesn't look too promising; don't you think North America should come up with a common currency, like Europe did. I would surely make life a lot easier. How about the Nuro? :chuckle

Thanks for all of your reply's. The program I am talking about; the 3 years Masters program, starting with just a degree is offered at Yale University, and I would imagine the program at Yale would be recognized everywhere. I think it makes a lot of sense, 1st year to get RN then next 2 years to get Masters. I have a Biology degree so its not like I'm starting with not a clue about the body!

I've just read on the NP thread that in the US, some schools offer the NP program in 3 years without having to have a BN or a RN. As long as you have a degree, you can get into the NP program, with a few requirements of course. The first year, you do courses to complete your RN, then the next 2 years you do your Masters, to become a Nurse Practitioner. That's great news! The schools I've checked out in Canada, having a BSc., I'd have to do 3 years to get a BN, then 2 more to do the Masters level of Nurse Practitioner. Does anyone know of such a program in Canada, as in the US? That would certainly cut down on a lot of time, and enable a person to get into the work force quicker. Also, I was wondering what types of Nurse Practitioners are more in demand these days. It seems like the market is starting to get flooded with them in certain areas, but there seems to be still a demand and for a few years to come. Any ideas, pass along. Simonne