kwoit73

Hello - I am very interested in a career in nursing. I'm 31 and am contemplating a career change. I have a B.S. in Psychology and have been working in Probation and Parole for the last six years. I have read threads here that seem to indicate that an ADN is just as good as a BSN. Luckily, there is a great Tech School in my area that offers an ADN at a great tuition rate and no waiting list. I could sart in Fall 06. However there is an accelerated MSN program in the area (Northern KY) that caters to students that have Bach. degrees in other fields. It is brand new and would take five semesters to complete. The tuition when all is said and done would add up to $45,000. It would be appealing because I would like to further my education (MSN) whether in nursing and going to school later on or before getting into the field. - What are some of the advantages of having a MSN? - With the increasing number of MSN online courses - Is a MSN doable while employed in nursing?How long would it take? - What are the chances that an employer would pay for your education from ADN to MSN? - What would you do if you were in my shoes knowing what you know now? (Current Nurses) Thanks for your input!!! KW