wat's the difference between nursing education of US and PHilippines?

desertrose · Aug 11, 2006

I accidentally stumbled on this website and I'm quite impressed with the information i've read so far. I too, am currently residing in the US. I have been toying with the idea of going back to the Philippines to pursue a Nursing degree (I am a dentist by profession), I left the country 13 years ago to work in the Middle East for ten years before coming to the States. I've inquired about ADN here an while it's true that it requires the same amount of time to take up BSN-RN in the Philippines, the waiting list can take as long as a year to two years especially with community colleges, that's for California. It could be different with other States. The other reason is, with a child, We have to pay a babysitter so that's added expense, not to mention the worry of leaving your child with a stranger. At least in the Philippines, hiring a nanny is not that expensive comparing to the US, Besides, I won't be too worried leaving my child with a complete stranger knowing that i have relatives overseeing the nanny. Most of all, much as I will miss my husband terribly, I also miss my family whom I have been very close with. I guess we all have different reasons why we want to go back to the Philippines. For others, it's might be more convenient to study in the US but for some, like me, I think, going back to the Philippines would be more convenient in terms of the care of my daughter and expenses. I'm just glad that my husband has been very supportive of my plans. Once again, thanks to everyone for their encouragement and for the Suzanne, for her realistic and informative comments and suggestions. More Power!

tantrum · Aug 11, 2006

I knew 2 classmates in high school who went to a good private university in the Philippines (Ateneo). They finished business courses in the Philippines but they have to move with their husbands. They did very well in community college and state universities in California (honor students) in ADN. They waited 1-2 years from the waiting lists in US schools. I also have a lot of friends and relatives who went back to the Philippines and also hurdled the NCLEX. The advantage coming from the Philippines is the cost and in some schools, the clinical experience. They use the same books.

The advantage of those who stayed in the USA aside from the nicer facilities and maybe better instructors (more supervision), is the way they conduct their exams. The type of questions they asked during their schooling (even in Associates degrees) are very tough and similar to the NCLEX questions. You get used to how they conduct their exams. Those who finished their degree in the US have a much easier time with the NCLEX (although the Philippine graduates eventually pass-some after 2 tries). They dont even review much after graduation and they immediately take the exam after 1-2 months.

Either way you can get a good education although you really have to study hard and learn as much as you can wherever you get your education.

desertrose · Aug 14, 2006

I knew 2 classmates in high school who went to a good private university in the Philippines (Ateneo). They finished business courses in the Philippines but they have to move with their husbands. They did very well in community college and state universities in California (honor students) in ADN. They waited 1-2 years from the waiting lists in US schools. I also have a lot of friends and relatives who went back to the Philippines and also hurdled the NCLEX. The advantage coming from the Philippines is the cost and in some schools, the clinical experience. They use the same books.
The advantage of those who stayed in the USA aside from the nicer facilities and maybe better instructors (more supervision), is the way they conduct their exams. The type of questions they asked during their schooling (even in Associates degrees) are very tough and similar to the NCLEX questions. You get used to how they conduct their exams. Those who finished their degree in the US have a much easier time with the NCLEX (although the Philippine graduates eventually pass-some after 2 tries). They dont even review much after graduation and they immediately take the exam after 1-2 months.
Either way you can get a good education although you really have to study hard and learn as much as you can wherever you get your education.

GOOD POINT

luisacart · Aug 14, 2006

i have so many questions in my mind that i still keep on seeking answers. im a pre-nursing student here in US. My plan really was only to visit my mom who's working here and then go back in the phils. where i will pursue my studies for BSN. But many people have told me that it is way more higher standard to graduate here in US than in PhiLS. That is the only idea i have right now. That's why i want to know or compare the nursing curiculum here in US and in phils. im working on my pre req's at the moment and hopefully apply into the ADN program next fall. IM debating whether to go back in the phils. and continue my studies there or stay here and do the same thing. any information would be greatly appreciated.

hi! I had the same dilemma last year, i haven't finished going to school yet when we moved here. i wanted to go back to the phils and continue my study there. part of it is because i miss my friends and also bec. i miss my school. but after giving it some thought, i decided to stay here. one of the reasons that contributed to my decision is, 1.) we don't have an A.S. in the philippines, basically if I go to school here to get an A.S. it will just take me two years then I can work at a hospital. a friend of mine said since the US is in short supply of nurses, they pay the same salary a BSN graduate has to an ASN graduate. and also if i continue my studies here, i don't have to take as much test if i go to the phils to study.

not to mention the fact, that if you only have an immigrant visa and you go to the phils and something happens like the 9/11 event while you're there, bec. of security reasons, you might have trouble getting back. or worst, if you lose you're greencard while you're abroad, you won't be able to go back ever. and even if you're already a citizen, you'll have to return here at least ever 2 years w/c can be pretty expensive. so if your family lives in the states and you want to stay in the philippines, it will be more expensive, bec. of your lodging expenses. whereas if you study in the states, it's easy to get a loan for school, and you can also support yourself by getting a part time job while you're at school. it would be better if you find a job that has tution reimbursement.

if you haven't been here for at least 2 years, just give it some time, and you'll get used to it.

Gerly061007 · Feb 19, 2008

i have so many questions in my mind that i still keep on seeking answers. im a pre-nursing student here in US. My plan really was only to visit my mom who's working here and then go back in the phils. where i will pursue my studies for BSN. But many people have told me that it is way more higher standard to graduate here in US than in PhiLS. That is the only idea i have right now. That's why i want to know or compare the nursing curiculum here in US and in phils. im working on my pre req's at the moment and hopefully apply into the ADN program next fall. IM debating whether to go back in the phils. and continue my studies there or stay here and do the same thing. any information would be greatly appreciated.

i've read your conversation with another pinay and most probably, she's also into nursing. well, continuing your education there is a good decisin! :yeah:

saint_rafael_RN · Feb 20, 2008

hey i got the same thought as yours before i finished my contract in the usnavy. now im graudating bsn here in pi but before that, i spent 2sems nursing program in virginia. even i had some usscholarships i still had hardtimes coping with financial stuff for my studies...you had to pay insurance, car, expensive books! etc which you may still need to work while studying to pay for those bills. if financial stuff really matters, i suggest that you may pursue it here in pi. its inexpensive and with comparisson with the USprogram its very much competitive but of course facilities and technology is much better there but you will get better hands-on experience here in pi dealing with patients and different cases. as of theoretical teachings and quality of professors/clinical instructors, they're the same. regarding those diploma mill schools, there are few and theyre well known for being like that anyway so i suggest that choose a good phil nursing school that do accept transferees from other country. try my school arellano legarda.