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I have just decided to become a nurse. Currently I'm a bio major and I only have 35 credits. Im confused on what I should do now. I could finish my AA, then head to a university to get my BA. I could go straight to a university. I could become an LPN and bridge over to a get my AA in nrg or to a university! I will be a CNA in ten weeks, if that makes a difference either. Most people are telling me to become an LPN first, but wont that take way more time than if I just go straight in. Luckily the waiting lists where I live arent that bad. So I should be able to get almost straight in wherever I go. If anyone could offer me some advice or maybe a website, that would great. I'd also like to learn more about what I can specialize in

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Dialysis.

Probably 2 good choices would be to stay at your school and get your associate's and RN, or finish your AA and transfer to a 4 year school to get your BSN/RN. If you are in a hurry to starting working as an RN or money is tight go for your AA/RN because once you start working most likely your employer will pay for your to get your BSN. If you have some time, stick it out and go right into your BSN, it will be easier to get through it now. As far as getting your LPN, if you want to become an RN you will have to bridge your LPN to your RN, and I heard those programs are tough. And to get a CNA in 10 weeks, that would be a good thing to do if maybe you can take it over the summer between semesters/classes. It will give you a good preview of your future and will get you in working hand's on with patients.

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Dialysis.

Good luck in whatever you decide!!! :) :Melody:

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Thanks for help. I know its going to take time, but I keep trying to find a faster route. :p I'm already 24. The AA thing is probably what I'll do.

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