University vs. Community College/tech

Really, this topic has been beat to death around here....overall, I find that the local hospitals view the local community college grads as more "ready" out of school...However, I don't believe one is better than another....I think that your work ethic and your ability is what defines you as a nurse....I attended a CC to save money too....and I think I got a quality education....Good luck!

The big diff is that you get a bachelor's degree at a uni and an associate's degree at a CC.

Most hospital nursing jobs only require RN, not BSN, so in that case, ASN or BSN will get you to the same end.

Some nursing jobs require or prefer a BSN, though most do not. Hospitals may select a BSN over a ASN for nursing management positions (and perhaps an MSN over BSN) but it's not set in stone. For advanced nursing practice, most programs require that a bachelor's degree already be earned. Public health nursing and school nursing is sometimes limited to nurses with BSNs.

Many people think a bachelor's degree is a worthwhile pursuit in and of itself (specialized coursework, practicing writing skills, unique classes, exposure to real-time research, etc) but one can also open opportunities. A bachelor's degree can also be preferred or required in many lines of work. For example, elementary school teachers must have a bachelor's degree. Some administrative jobs strongly prefer a bachelor's degree.

Community colleges in general have a better reputation in clinical training, but it varies A LOT from school to school.

There are RN-to-BSN programs specially designed for RNs to be able to apply their RN schooling credits towards a BSN.

i will be attending a community college for my associates rn

just curious_ im doing it to save money>

I also went to cc d/t money problems. if you want to have more choices in your career, by all means get your bsn. but since money is an issue, you can get the adn, go to work at a hospital and let them pay to send you back to school.

as another poster said, the adn vs bsn has been discussed ad nauseam on this board. the bsn, just like any bachelors vs associates is going to give you a more rounded education.

as another poster said, the adn vs bsn has been discussed ad nauseam on this board.

True, but, come on, guys. A simple, "Hey, do a search and you'll see more responses on this, and good luck," would have been a lot more pleasant. :wink2:

People who are new here and stoked about what they have going on in their lives and perhaps a little crunched for time (because....I dunno. They're in SCHOOL, maybe) are just looking for a little info.

Devil's Advocate Mode off. Peace.

no devil's advocate meant here, just wanted to nip any flare-ups in the bud.......

OP, I say get your RN, then let your work send you back to school...good deal.

I believe that there is a whole board dedicated to BSN vs ADN. Check it out. Good Luck!

according to society standards a 4 year education will always be considered "better". it really does not matter if a RN ADN or BSN make the same money at graduation, an employer will always value the 4 year degree more because it does hold more value in the long run. what matters is what you think, if you are content with a 2 year degree then so be it. but if you have plans to do more with your career you will need more education.