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A bachelor's is not a requirement for a registered nurse (RN). Many individuals start with an associates degree. I would strongly suggest you stay away from a hospital diploma program. That being said, the higher the degree, the more opportunities that will be open to you.
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∙ 14y agoRequirements vary according to nation and state/province, but many are consistent in Canada and the United States.
There are three options to become a registered nurse as follows.
- diploma program (typically three years, not recommended for individuals who do not have an already existing degree)
- associate degree (two years as a full-time student once the student starts the professional phase of the program)
- bachelor's degree (BSN) or (B.Sc.N.) (four years as a full-time student; sometimes requires 2 years of study at the undergraduate level prior to entering the B.Sc.N. program, resulting in a total of 6 years of study)
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What qualifications will be needed for nursing?
you will need a doctorl degree
What does AAA nursing mean?
It is an associate or arts degree. However, The degree type for nursing is typically an associate in science degree.
What type of associates in a nursing degree?
For registered nurses at this level it is typically an associate of science degree in nursing.
What type of degree is required for a job in Psychiatric nursing?
Degree in mental health nursing and Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing degree program is required for a job in Psychiatric nursing for entry requirements.
What type of degree will you have to have to be an emergency nurse?
Nursing.
What type of college degrees do you need to became insurance nursing jobs?
For any type of nursing job, even to work at an insurance company, you need a degree in registered nursing. This is usually a bachelors degree, 4 years for nursing.
What type of degree is a BSC degree?
Not necessarily. It depends on the school you attend and their preferred approach to the field.
How many years of experience is needed after obtaining a diploma in nursing to enter a Bachelor's of Science degree in nursing?
none
What does as in nursing MEAN?
AS is Applied Science, which is a type of degree.
What education is required to get a career in register nursing?
The education needed to get a career in registered nursing is either an Associate's degree or a Bachelor's degree. To earn more money, you will want to earn a Bachelor's degree, and then pass the exam to obtain your nursing license.
Where can I find more information on what's needed to get a Masters Degree in nursing?
You can get a nursing masters degree at your local nursing masters degree institute for checking your blood pressure with a cuff that will eventually stop any blood pressure in your arm when kept there.
Bachelors of science in nursing?
A bachelor degree of science in nursing can be obtained at many accredited college. With this type of degree, a person can have a great career.
