Hi All

Ok I need some outside input on this.  Basically I am considered a Sophomore at the local Community College that I previously attended but never completed it in order to obtain an Associates degree in a major.  I couldn't make my mind up as to what field I wanted to go into so i was just taking classes that would fall into either field that I decided on.  Any way - I dropped out of school a few times due to medical issues with myself and my mother.  In doing this I lost financial aid assistance and fail below academic standards.  Currently, my transcript is on hold at this college until I resolve an issue I had with the financial aid department.  During the past several months I have really thought more and more about the nursing field.  There is alot I would need to do in order to get back into college but I am willing to do all that it takes.  What I need some input on is this:  since I am already considered a Sophomore (have taken 23 credit hours I believe) - wouldn't it be more reasonable to instead of going into an ADN program to go ahead and do the BSN program? 

My suggestion since you only have 23 credits (what are they?  Algebra, Micro, Chemistry, Anatomy, Ennlish Comp?) is look at the requirements of the school you are interested in or talk to an advisor to see what classes you have taken go toward the nursing major.  Many places, especially community colleges have specific prerequisites that you must complete before applying to their nursing programs.  If you get an associate degree and pass the NCLEX your are still a licensed RN in most states I would assume.  You can find work and many employers have tuition re-imbursement and will pay (at least partially) your continued education toward a BSN which will cost you thousands.  You may have to work for them for a year or 2 afterwards.  Hope that helps. Mike

Dear A Bit Confused,

I am like you and have complete some GE college credits towards my associate degree. I have taken Algebra, Anatomy, Bio, and Chemistry, english too. I unfortunately will have to repeat Anatomy and biology. Dont give up!!! Set your goal and follow thru! You can do it, believe and trust in your abilities! Hope all work outs for you. Best of Luck and good Positive Thoughts your way.

I have contacted the community college where I have taken classes and am having issues with.  Trying to work things out with them so that I can possibly start classes again this fall or at least by the spring.  Keeping my fingers crossed that things will work out.  If they don't - not sure what I am going to do.