FutureLadyRN

What is the program in Texas? My friend is currently living in Texas. Also - are there any online RN programs that do not require you to live near campus or report to campus? Thanks!

I have a friend who wants to ultimate become a PA but wants hands on health care experience beyond that of just a CNA. Due to a full-time job and a daughter to look after, she cannot attend normal classes, even on nights and weekends. She has a degree in biology and has taken all the Physician Assistant prerequisites. She is looking for a full-time online LPN program that will either arrange or allow her to arrange her clinical hours near her hometown. Anyone know of any such program with online coursework, no on campus meetings, and clinicals done close to home? Thanks!

i want to get a job and start making money instead of blowing it all on a wasted education. i'd like to finish my education and get into the working world. i would like to go BSN because it seems that at this point an ADN or BSN would take the same amount of time, so why not get the BSN? i do plan to get my masters, but not sure what to do with it yet... CRNA, CCRN, CRNP, PA, CNS, etc...

Well if my two options are -graduate in may of 09 with a bachelors and may of 2011 with a ADN or -graduate in may of 09 with a bachelors and dec of 2010 with a BSN the second option seems like a better degree in less time, right?

I am looking at Kent, Akron, and Cleveland State for second degree BSN programs. Are those all good reputable schools? All claim to be accredited... Also, Chamberlain has a 3 year BSN program which I could complete in 2 years, starting this summer which would ultimately be the same time as getting my first degree then doing the accelerated programs. Does anyone know anything about this school? I'm definitely probably only look at bachelors. After doing 3 years of college and having a bachelors degree soon, I can't go backwards to get a 2 year associates degree. I'd much rather just get my bachelors - at this point in time it'll be about the same length anyways.

I found two accelerated BSN programs in the area I am interested in. They are both 4 continuous semesters. Would graduating with a bachelors degree and then going the ADN route be faster? I want everything to be done by Dec 2010 (including being an RN). I will graduate college with my first bachelors in May of 2009. My cumulative GPA is looking to be about in the 3.0 - 3.1 range with a prerequisite GPA much higher. I have gotten all As in my psych classes and I got As in my English courses as well.

What would be the better/faster route? Should I graduate in May of 09 with some degree (i talked to my advisor and it is doable if i go this summer) and then do like a 2nd degree bachelors in nursing program or should i start my associates in nursing this summer and then do an online rn-bsn while working?? what is the faster and better route? are those super fast second degree bsn programs reputable? why are they so fast? wouldn't you not get as good of an education as someone doing a 4 year bsn?? i am also worried about my grades a lot. since i had no idea what i wanted to do, i didn't do very good in school. i have about a 2.5 overall gpa. however, last semester i got a 4.0 and i am on track to do the same this semester. i also have a very good resume and very good interview skills. i also got A's in microbiology, physiology, and organic/biochem. combined course. will this mean i won't get in?? do i have to take any entrance exams to get into nursing school? what are they like? how should i prepare? i got a B in calculus and a 30 on the ACT. i think i got around an 1150 on the SAT. i'm just confused with all the options ! hope somebody can help me out. thanks!!!

Hi my name is Audra. I am in my third year of college, but I am nowhere close to a degree. I have just taken a ton of classes towards just about everything. I have finally realized that I want to become an RN and then become a CRNA, NP, or PA. I just don't really want to spend 4 more years in college to become a nurse. I have thought about doing an ADN program and then doing an online RN-BSN program. I think this will be a quicker route and allow me to work and make money faster while completing the online program. What do you guys think? I am looking for ADN programs in the Columbus/Akron/Cleveland Ohio area. Does anywhere know of places to look? I applied to Chamberlain College of Nursing already because I have a friend that goes there. I'd like to start this summer if possible, but fall at the latest. My GPA is low because I was never motivated to be in college, but I have a good overall resume with a lot of great internships and leadership positions. I know I will do well at an interview if I get one. Thanks for all the help in advance!!