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The only answer I ever received was a variation on the classic "that's just the way the requirements are". That's why I'm trying to understand the rationale behind it before spending $ for a BSN and a MSN separately.

I've been told that by my HR dept at my hospital, as well as several college reps (whose school offers a ASN-MSN bridge without offering a BSN...in other words, down-talking their own program). Basically I'm willing to put in the extra time/education if necessary, but I'm trying to understand the 'why' behind it. Thanks!

Greetings, just a quick question about pursuing higher education. I finished my associates in nursing 1 year ago and ultimately, I want to finish my nurse practitioners degree. I have been told that if I take a ASN-to-MSN bridge program and I do not receive a BSN, I will be inelligible for certain jobs/degrees. My question is why does it matter that I won't have a BSN? To my thinking, a MSN is more advanced than a BSN (similar to having a CDL vs just a regular drivers licence). I just want to understand why it matters to future employers that I don't have the lesser degree if I pursue the higher degree. Can someone please help me understand? Thanks! !