jen122

I have been debating as to what path I wanted to take. I have a BA already so I have an option to do an accelerated BSN or can go for my ADN. The only accelerated program in my area (which is an hour away) is full time for 17 mos but I have a lot of prereq to do before I can apply for the program so it would probably be 3 years at least. The ADN program I can do completely part time and with 2 younger kids, I like that idea. Not to mention the cost, it is less than half the accelerated BSN. I worry about spending a ton of money on a 2nd career change to find I don't like it as much as I think I will or once I am a nurse I can truly see what I like and pursue my BSN then or go direct for a bridge MSN program. I know this post isnt about me but I just wanted to share so you can see others are having the same dilemma as to what to pursue. I am 35 yrs old so I am not a kid starting out and I think there is always a lot to consider. Breathe...relax....this board is full of wonderful people as I have quickly found. I say there is no right or wrong answer, just what works best for you and your goals for now.

Thank you so much for all the replies and support. I really do appreciate it and my lack of confident math skills hasn't deterred me but I did want to see what I was getting into. I do plan to study and prep so that I am not behind when it comes to those skills. Thank you so much. Love this board!

Hi I have a BA in English and am looking to pursue my nursing degree. I stink at math. I mean I can do basic math and measurements but get into algebra, geometry, calc...any of that and my brain freezes and shutters, lol. I have looked at requirements and it doesn't appear there is a ton of math but I wonder if I will struggle so if anyone can share how much you need in school and also how much u need when you actually become an RN, that would be appreciated. Thank you so much. Jen

Thank you so much for your feedback and congrats on your upcoming graduation! It is also nice to hear from a Mom with kids that went through the program and knowing it can be done! :) Goodluck and thanks again for your advice and feedback. Jen

Opps, that was a typo on my part. I have a BA, not a BSN. You are correct, it is better to look at the overall cost in the long run. I am just concerned if I can do a full time 17 month program with no break with 2 fairly young children. Thank you so much for your feedback and for the links. :)

Hi I am planning to go back to school for nursing. I currently have a bachelor's in another non science related field but am going back to work after being a SAHM and am interested in nursing. I am considering the ADN program through Montco or the accelerated BSN program through West Chester U. While I like the idea better of having a BSN, cost wise and schedule flexibility, I like the ASN program at Montco. Anyone have feedback on either? I realize a BSN is probably better for long term management goals but its more than double the price and since I have a BSN already, I can do a bridge to MSN program later if I want that for management possibilities. Help! Thanks so much.

Hi I have a bachelor's degree already in a completely unrelated field and worked for 8 years in business and business management before becoming a stay at home Mom. I am now looking to go back to work and really want to pursue my nursing degree. I have been home and out of any type of work field for four years. I have the option of doing an assoc program or an accelerated BSN program. The BSN program will cost about double the assoc program, maybe more in all. I would eventually want management type positions and have management experience with a current BA so is it really necessary to have a BSN in order to advance later? I am 35 so being a bedside nurse is not what I want to do for years and years. I would love any and all feedback. Thank you for your time.