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Hi Kelli, Sorry . . . I forgot to mention why I chose to become an NP. It seemed to be the natural progression of things, for me. And I also want to give the orders instead of take them . . . (I have more legible handwriting than most of the MDs I have known!) :roll Bev6

Dear Kelli, I am an FNP student who started out as an ADN, then finished my BSN while working in the field. I think my nursing experience and background is inherently helpful in my current educational endeavors. I am aware that there are some NP programs which allow you to pursue the degree without the benefit of nursing background and experience. However, nursing has a philosophical stance of its own which can only be gleaned by coming up through a nursing education. Of course, nothing beats experience as an adjunct to formal education. My suggestion to you would be (unless you are in a big fat hurry . . . ) to pursue one of the fast-track BSN programs for RNs, work in the field for at least a year or two and THEN apply to an NP program. It is difficult to explain the benefits of background . . . but experience is a wonderful teacher! Best of luck to you, whatever you decide to do.