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Additional inputs? I am in the same boat as you FFerrer90; I'm an LVN looking to further my education and get my BSN in nursing. From my own research and talking to other nurses here, they were recommending to go to a school out of state. 'Due to its availability and affordability. California has many programs but its either way too expensive or just extremely hard to get into.... So I was told to check out Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, which is obviously in Wisconsin..for the LVN to ADN program there. I believe it was around $2400? 9months? REALLY??? So my next question was RN ADNs do not get hired....a lot of hospitals these days require a minimum of a BSN...at least from California, from what im told.... RESPONSE: after you receive your ADN, you can do a online ADN to BSN program at WGU (Western Governors University) which can range from 6months to however long you want to take. (Price is very reasonable also) So now im in a position contemplating between schools, programs (LVN to BSN, LVN to ADN then BSN **Theres also the option of getting your ADN then going to Arizona University for the ADN to MSN program) I was also checking out National University, WestCoast University, Holy Names university here in Cali but they just seem too expensive...I already have a loan to pay off for my Licensure in Vocational Nursing.. so PLEASE ALLNURSES.com ADVICE ADVICE ADVICE Especially to those who transitioned from LVN to RN!!!!! RECOMMENDATIONS!!!!!!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!

Yeah I would of done the same. I already have a LVN loan to take care of so any help would be great. $2600 sounds so much better then $100k.... So from what i heard, a lot of hospitals require a BSN now and not a ADN. Any input on that? Because i would love to be able to work as a ADN then have a hospital pay for my BSN. (your type of route) And I know you went to wisconsin from california but how did you take care of housing, transportation,etc? do they have dorms? I'm wondering how i can move, adjust, and deal with school when I'm out there. Is the RN ADN valid in california? I just want to be 100% before i commit to any programs. I don't mind working and living out of state but I think i would eventually want to come back to California. Man that would be awesome...I really hope I can finish within that time frame.. I will definitely look into that. First I want to get my BSN in nursing and possibly consider going in to a PT program after that. If not, the ADN TO MSN sounds like it would be the best bet. I have absolutely no experience yet....and I have to admit, I'm a bit nervous. Is the school in Wisconsin easy to adjust to?

hey PMFB-RN! So that was an option i did not look into. From the start i thought it was the fastest and best to go from LVN to BSN. but 21 months really? How much was the lvn to rn bridge? and what online course did you take for the bsn + price? i will definitely look into that. Hope to talk to you more often! The assistance would really help! and Thank you!!!!!! -Danny

gotcha! SO..now the question is en bloc credit is another way of saying units? (college credit) And you are currently located in OKC and working as an RN there....? So with your great wisdom, can you guide me towards that direction? I am definitely open to going out of state for school/work. I just want to be given that opportunity. The only tough thing about this is that, I cant so easily fly to different states for an interview.... working as a LVN, then going to school part time sounds like a really great idea. + I dont want to be paying so much for tuition as you mentioned. I already have like $20k+loan going to school for LVN. How were you able to get a job from a different state so quickly? where did you take your pre-reqs to get into a bridge program? like you mentioned getting a class at a CC is tough and I dont feel like waiting...so my only option right now are private schools.. talked to National Univ. - 3 and a 1/2 years for $51k (taking pre-reqs at their school) Azusa Pacific - requires pre reqs, 2 years, not sure about cost, and starts when they have a full class. Holy Names Univ. - require pre reqs, around $60-70k, 2 and a 1/2 years Westcoast - You already know of the cost, 3 and a 1/2 years State Recommendation? Company/Job Recommendation? Community College for pre reqs Recommendation?

wow thank you so much for all the information TheCommuter!! Really appreciate it! like what you stated above, I would really like to work and go to school at the same time...I have literally applied to 50+ places and have gotten 4 interviews. Not bad but no call backs.. Did you by any chance attend a lvn-bsn bridge program? what is your current status (job,school) if you dont mind me asking I am talking to holy names univ, azusa, and westcoast right now as we speak and I am just hoping i could either work or start school soon. I feel so useless being stuck at home and not being able to provide for my parents. Are the states schools hard to get into? do they have pre-reqs? I attended Concorde career college and dont think any of the classes have transferable units...which really sucks. If so, can i, should i take the classes at those schools? community colleges?

Hey there nurses! I am located in Southern California, Chino Hills CA to be exact and am looking for a LVN to BSN bridge program(preferably somewhere in California, but am also interested in other states as well) I will be getting in contact with Azusa Pacific University(Pasadena), Holy Names University(Oakland, CA) and National University sometime this week and just wanted to know if there were any other schools to choose from. I got my LVN license late last year, took some certification courses early this year and have been looking for a job since. And I'll just say its been tough... working is still an option but am very interested in going back to school. So any advice/input would be greatly appreciated!! As I get more information on the schools I am in contact with, I will update you all with uptodate information and requirements,etc Thanks again and best of luck to you all who are seeking for higher education!!! Danny Ryu

Congratulations to all who got accepted! Its the month of June and I was just wondering if you guys have started class. I live in Chino hills, CA far south of Oakland (about 5-6hr drive) but am really interested in attending this school. I have an information session coming up on the 27th and cant wait to visit, meet with the staff, and just learn the culture of this school. I am willing to move up north for this opportunity and would love it if you guys can give me any advice,tips,pointers. I would greatly appreciate any information (from where to visit, stay, school,etc) Thank you and best of luck to you all who are currently attending!!!!! -Danny Ryu

Hi Aura, Im currently a LVN and was planning to join the reserves. I want to pursue to get my BSN while serving in the military.(Through a LVN to BSN bridge program; which is around 2yrs) Is this all possible, going in as a Enlistee and getting my BSN? What kind of job would be available for me in the reserve with my LVN? Or what work should i be doing since i want to pursue my nursing career? *LVN to BSN then take the NCLEXRN to get my RN (Plan)

thank you so much for this information jeckrn -After basic training, theres schooling for MOS? AIT? which class would i be attending then? 68C? (even with my license?) -Why did you transfer from the navy to army? i was considering both -When your in the reserve, minus the once a month training+2weeks of summer training, did you go to school to get your BSN?(fulltime), How hard was it to get your BSN while serving in the reserve? Do they assist you with being placed at a school? you dont understand how grateful i am for your response!!! thank you so much!! I just want to know whats coming before i sign any kind of contract

*Posted this on goarmy but havent received any responses. Hope to hear some great feedback allnurses! :) Been comtemplating for a while now between the different branches and what they offer. As stated above, i am currently a licensed nurse (LVN, california), graduated from Concorde Career College (no degree) and in big desperation to figure out what i want/need to do. I have met up with a recruiter yesterday and was able to get some decent information but since i am interested in the medical side of things, it was a bit hard for me to get the answers from whom that didnt have much experience in that field. **I wasnt able to find any AMEDD recruiters around my area (Chino Hills, CA 91709) so if any of you know of someone please send me a private msg, i will greatly appreciate it** MY PLAN: - Since i do not have a degree, i want to further study and get my bachelor of science (preferrably in nursing), & become a officer, eventually. And move up in that platform - Preferrably stay near home to assist my parents, have some sort of stability (financially,etc) QUESTIONS: 1) From what i researched, army is the only branch accepting LVN/PNS currently, while the other branches require a 4yr degree, is this true? 2) Talking to my recruiter, i believe he said he would place me in the ranking of E-3. Is this valid? 3) When i attend and complete the 68W schooling, would i be rewarded the m6 identifier *since i already have my license 4) Can you go from Enlisted to Officer? And is it possible for me to join the reserve and go to school to get my degree? Or is it really difficult? Have any of you gone through this program (https://www.goarmy.com/amedd/education/undergraduate-health-care-education.html) 5) Any information on ACASP program? I just really want to be able to serve my country, experience the life of a soldier, and help those in need. Any additional information would be great! Thank you for taking the time to read this and i hope to hear from you all soon!! God bless, Danny Ryu