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Second degree BSN programs in Houston area

Hi,

I graduated from USC (University Southern California) with degrees in Business and Psychology, but I decided to go back to school for nursing for a career change after some life changes. I started taking my prerequisites (California schools don't require you to take US history I and II or Government specifically), and I have already started my science requirements as well. I'm looking into accelerated programs that are geared for 2nd degree BSNs. I'm a single mom of two kids, so I can't relocate; the program must be in Houston area. I know of UH Sugar Land and UT Health so far, but does anyone know of any other similar programs that can be completed in 3-4 terms once the prerequisites are done?

Thanks in advance!

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    Texas Woman's has a two year program (summers off) in Houston geared towards those who have completed all prerequisites. I would estimate about half of my class has prior bachelor's.

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    Thanks! I'll look into it!

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    Thanks, meanmaryjean! I'll look into it!

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    Texas Woman's has a two year program (summers off) in Houston geared towards those who have completed all prerequisites. I would estimate about half of my class has prior bachelor's.

    Oh thanks! Ok, I did look at theirs, but it was 2 years vs 1 year, and I didn't realize the summers were off. Interesting! I have heard wonderful things about their program. What do most people do during the summer? Internships? Is it a full-time program where you can't work while in it?

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    Oh thanks! Ok, I did look at theirs, but it was 2 years vs 1 year, and I didn't realize the summers were off. Interesting! I have heard wonderful things about their program. What do most people do during the summer? Internships? Is it a full-time program where you can't work while in it?

    It's full time but I've been managing to work 24 hours a week as a CNA with no issues. I plan to work all summer as a CNA and get an internship my final summer. I think many people in my class have similar plans.

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    Hi! I am in the exact same boat! I also have a B.S. from USC and am working on all my pre-reqs this year to either apply to UH accelerated second degree BSN (my top choice, I think), Texas Women's, or the pacesetter BSN at UTHealth. UH will allow you to Clep out of U.S. History 1 & 2 (which is what I'm doing now). I am taking all the online courses I can at Lonestar and HCC. I also have two little ones! Feel free to message me if you hear of any other programs in our area! I am in Sugar Land :)

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    Hi! I am in the exact same boat! I also have a B.S. from USC and am working on all my pre-reqs this year to either apply to UH accelerated second degree BSN (my top choice, I think), Texas Women's, or the pacesetter BSN at UTHealth. UH will allow you to Clep out of U.S. History 1 & 2 (which is what I'm doing now). I am taking all the online courses I can at Lonestar and HCC. I also have two little ones! Feel free to message me if you hear of any other programs in our area! I am in Sugar Land :)

    Wow! Crazy we have so much in common. Going to message you once I figure out how to use this site lol.

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    Wow! Crazy we have so much in common. Going to message you once I figure out how to use this site lol.

    Just found out I can't private message you since I'm new on the site, and this is my first topic. I read I have to have 15 topics or something :/

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    Yes, I am also brand new to the site and I just realized the same thing :o There's got to be a way! lol

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    I am part of the Facebook group "Pre-Nursing For Students." If you join that group, you should be able to find me easily :)

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    Hi! Not sure why I never got notified about your last post. I requested to join the FB group, hopefully it's the right one lol. 945 members?

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