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Hey, thank you for your reply! :) I really appreciate it. And thank you for your input. It's nice to hear from someone who is also interested in education. Could you tell me some of the information you have found in your extensive research? I've been doing some myself but I can't really much that pertains to me right now; not sure exactly how to get to the education specialty from where I am. Also, how are you liking the bridging from RPN to BScN? How is the workload? Is it all very different from the RPN prorgan? I feel like I have a million questions about the bridging, since it's my next step. Tell me about your experience so far, I'd love to hear all about it!! Also, advice ans tips are always welcome!

Hello, everyone. First time poster here, so I apologize if I posted in the wrong category (there are so many!). I am currently a second semester RPN student at Mohawk College. After graduating, I am planning on pursuing the RPN to RN program while working. This semester, I had the privilege of being exposed to the hospital setting, and I have not had the greatest experience so far. I don't mind the fast-paced environment or the heavy workload, but I have discovered several interests for further speciality: education, administration, family, and holistic care. Based off those interests, here is a list of nursing specialties I'd be interested in from most to least interested: 1. Nurse Practitioner (PHC, working with family doctor); 2. Nurse Educator; 3. Nurse Researcher; and 4. Nurse Administrator. I am very interested in education and becoming a NP; there are so many possibilities with those two interests that I feel would be very rewarding, and they are things that I am very passionate about. I am currently tutoring some fellow nursing students in pathophysiology and pharmacology (one of our classes this semester) and achieved a 92% on the first test and 94% on the midterm. I don't mind being in school for a long time or anything like that, that is not a problem for me. I actually like school and learning (I'm one of those!) and I find great joy in teaching others. I am just wondering what the best possible path for me is. I want a specialty that will allow me to use my interest in education, holism, and also my immense compassion for helping people. If you have any advice or useful information for me based off the information I provided, please comment and let me know. If known, include any education and experience requirements, and also an honest review of the profession if that is what you are practicing! I'd love to hear a nurse's perspective. Thank you kindly!