Wow its so refreshing to hear that there are people who are proud of the diploma programmes in RN. I completed mine in 1996. I have met people different nursing collages, but still have to meet someone with a Diploma like me. I have always known that Diploma Nurses are best trained nurses because they know a lot about taking care of patients, rvs, medications and all aspects of nursing. I have seen BSN nurses who come from college with no clue of what needs to be done in the ward. One thing I know is that even though our diplomas are looked down at, we are full of knowledge. I am proud of my diploma