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Regret

Hi everyone,

I have to decide whether or not I am going to take the leap to complete a second degree bsn program. I have been accepted to two reputable schools. I currently am a certified public accountant. I have been working as a CPA for five years, but have thought about becoming a nurse since my last year in college. It has always been on my mind and felt like a degree I should pursue, but I just find myself getting so nervous and questioning myself when I think about actually taking the leap. I went so far as to purchase my books for an accelerated second degree program last year only to defer my admission at the last minute.

My question is, has anyone gone for their second degree and regretted it? Did anyone go for their second degree with a pit in their stomach and realized it was the best thing they could have done? I really would appreciate any input.

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    I think GrnTea provides great advice up above. I've spent a lot of time on my personal pro/con list, and have decided to go full steam ahead. Nursing will be a second career for me as well; a departure from a very stable and secure comfort zone in which I've done well.

    I am looking forward to patient care. But another appealing characteristic of a diploma or degree in nursing is its portability. Let's say you find that bedside nursing (or any other patient-facing work) isn't for you. There are so many opportunities outside of that! Coupled with a financial background, you may be able to use your new clinical knowledge in the informatics or managed care or health care policy arenas. And there are plenty of other applications that escape me right now. :cool:

    Check out the nursing Specialties fora in the yellow band above. That should give you some ideas.

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    Check out the nursing Specialties fora in the yellow band above. That should give you some ideas.
    Even more great advice. Thanks! ;)
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