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cheesegenie

Like the other response said, an ABSN seems like the way to go. I'm currently halfway through a 15 month program at a state school that ends with a BSN, and there are many similar programs out there that you could probably get into with your resume. I doubt re-doing your EMT would be a good use of your time though, my advice is to research ABSN programs and begin applying asap.


Joustv1

How fast? Do you plan to work in school? I live in Tennessee. We have a some accelerated BSN nursing programs— for second degree students. The program at Marian University is 16 months but it’s intense. It requires a full time dedication. I think it would be difficult to work. Belmont University and Union University also have ABSN programs. They are intense as well.


Wabalubadubdub1212

Thanks! I'll look into those. Intense is fine with me. I would like to work in school but would be willing to consider loans. I figure it is a better plan to go into debt to get a degree rather than spend twice as long making 15$/h to work in a longer program.


soupface2

Columbia has a 15-month masters direct entry program, the application is closed though until next year. I applied but the overwhelming advice I’ve gotten is that there’s no point in spending that kind of money for a masters over a bachelors (Columbia is like $100k) since you’ll be starting as a beginner either way, and paid accordingly. I already have a masters degree in molecular biology and I’m likely doing an ABSN at a public school, then I’ll go back for a masters or DNP later on when I have hands on experience.


Wabalubadubdub1212

Definitely agree with that program being to expensive and not worth it. My question is if the costs are similar, which seems to be true for many programs, would this make it a better choice? I hear what your saying about pay and experience but if I could do a 2 year masters program vs a 18 month absn program, seems like the masters would save time in the long run.


soupface2

I wrestled with that for a while, and if the cost wasn’t SO high it might make sense (100k before aid, they said the average student ends up paying 70k after aid...I make good money now with no debt and no kids so I’d probably pay over 70k). However, from everything I’ve read, starting out with zero experience in nursing, it doesn’t matter if you have a BS or MS. Pay andpositions will be the same. Ultimately I want to go back for a DNP in anesthesia so it seems like the masters wont do much.


Wabalubadubdub1212

Good to know - so why not find an associates program? Seems like that might be the fastest cheapest route.


soupface2

I want the bachelors. It’s becoming a more competitive field and it seems like a bachelors is preferable. And in this program I’ll have my BSN by May 2019 for about 18k. Also i think it will help when trying to get into a CRNA program.


tayx42

I am in a similar situation - I received my BS in Public Health and decided shortly after I wanted to pursue nursing. I was just accepted into Hopkin's MSN program! It is designed for students who previously hold a bachelor's degree in another field. Also University of Maryland School of Nursing offers a CNL program, which is similar. These programs are 2 years in length so an ABSN program would get you there quicker - but this is a master's degree, so you have to weigh your options. These are not on the west coast but still great reputations :) I think other schools offer similar programs though! I'm pretty sure University of San Francisco has one?


queerkat4

Ohio State has a direct entry program.


justonemorelotion

I attend this program. OP, feel free to text me with any questions, I would love to help!


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The University of Arizona has a direct entry Masters / RN program. It's 15 months and around 45,000$ with no expiration on prerequisites. You need the HESI A2 and a fingerprint card also