Ms. IamD

I forgot to mention that I spoke to the chairwoman of one of the nursing programs, I'm interested in and she told me that it won't be a bad idea if I were to take 2-3 nursing classes at at time (knowing that I have to work). She just cautioned me that it will definitely take a longer time to complete (approx.4-5 yrs) and it can hinder me for excelling in the Nclex.

@ stefanyjoy, I read something similar about that in a general not too long ago. The ADN is a little more apealing, because there is greater chance of flexibility. I just want to be secured once I'm done with school. What would be the time frame for someone who has an ADN to complete their BSN?

What accelerated program are you attending and can you have already taken some or all of your pre-reqs to get into the BSN program? You can PM. :)

Thanks for the info, I looked into some direct entry masters programs and the courses that are being offered are not of interest to me, so I prefer to go into the bachelors program first. In terms of financing for nursing school, I do believe I can get grants and/or scholarships.

I was thinking the same thing as well. I want to start taking my pre-reqs this coming spring (A&P1 with lab). Since I have a lot on my plate, having to take care of myself, I have no choice but to work. I'm thinking about starting out slow and maybe speeding up the pace a little as time progress. I see it as "better late then never" type of thing. Good luck to us all as well :)

Greetings to all. I am a new member to this site and also a stressed out member as well. I recently received my bachelors degree in business this past summer and before I graduated I had a change of heart. I want to go into nursing!!! I am currently enrolled at local community college to take A&P1, this coming spring. I have been thinking about my choices on whether or not I should go into the RN associate program or the BSN program. I do really want to go into the BSN program, because I feel it will make me more marketable, interms of seeking a job. I am aware that most or all BSN programs are 12-15 months long, I just question if it would be a good idea for myself to go into the BSN program, knowing that I have to work and that the BSN program will be intense with alot of work in so little time. Do you think I should look into a flexible nursing that offers a bachelors degree or simply go for my associates in nursing? Any advice would appreciated and thank you in advance. :)