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Thanks for all of your replies. I did not mean to imply that I was searching for a total online degree as I knew that there would be clinicals no matter what. I am just searching for the right program for me and noticed all of the b.s. to rn programs that don't really apply in my situation. I have not taken A&P or microbiology. I am going to look into Med tech's certifications or lack there of as I have been warned about programs lacking certification. I did find out about Western Governors programs and that the fact that the one I wanted was not available in Indiana. Most likely I will pick a two year ASN program get my RN, get a job and then get my employer to help with the cost of the BSN a little later as I have heard of that working for others. Even going that route will lead me to another three years of going to school full time and working full time starting at the age of 44, but I have worked my way through school before and I am looking forward to a more stable career. Thanks again, Garry in Indy

I am looking into my options to obtain a b.s. in nursing. I have an A.S. in applied science printing tech so my general ed prereq credits should transfer, but most programs I have found are rn to bsn or lpn to bsn etc. One option I discussed with medtec was their A.S. rn program. After that I would have to take the rn exam, hopefully get hired and then enroll in an accelerated rn to bsn program to be paid for by my employer. I really don't like the idea of having two a.s. degrees instead of the one bsn that I really need. What certifications should the school of my choice have? Any advice is appreciated. Thank you, Garry Indianapolis, IN