HOW I WENT FROM BACHELORS IN NON-NURSING FIELD TO RN DEGREE
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Everyone’s path to nursing is different. For a student with a previous bachelors degree in a non-nursing field, the path can feel uncertain. Here is my story of how I got my RN degree.
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Thank you for sharing Wendy!! I can't wait for your other upcoming videos :)
I love your story and your positive energy. You inspired me and I know a lot of people will gain from your experience. Thank you.
Thank you very much! This is very encouraging. Please subscribe. 😊
Thank you Wendy for sharing your story undiluted, am quite touched, and you have inspired me greatly today. Am still trying to find my feet in this area. This video was very helpful.
Grateful for people like you. You speak so gracefully with so much knowledge hence why I absolutely love talking & listening to you speak! Congrats once again! Awesome video!
Awww...Thank you so much Lisa! I really appreciate your kind words 😊
I love your story! I love the clarity and simplicity with which you relayed it to us. I have not heard this trajectory before where someone with a non-nursing bachelor's degree decided to pursue an ADN as opposed to a BSN or Entry-Level MSN. I think that was a smart decision, especially in terms of keeping school loans debt at a minimum. Congratulations on your achievements! Wishing you continued success in your future endeavors!🙏🏾
Yea it’s great that option is available too. seen few folks with a previous BSN pursue ADN to keep cost low and some also not being competitive enough to get accepted to ABSN or direct entry MSN. It doesn’t matter the route as long as the RN is accomplished! If the BSN admission isn’t working it’s best to try ADN so Atleast one can start their journey sooner as time is ticking away. But I have hrd the BSN programs are easier than ADN . The ADN programs are quite challenging and the RN -BSN after that is a complete nuisance writing unending papers. So if one can get BSN just go ahead itl save u from worrying about tons of paper writing but if one is worried about cost, Gpa ADN is good as well. RN-BSN paper writing can be dealt with later. Most important thing is to keep moving!
Thank you for sharing your story ❤️❤️ this really inspires me. I almost give up last month.
Thank you so much for making this video!
I am about to graduate with a bachelor's in microbiology and want to change to nursing. I've been given the three routes like you've mentioned, but I also worry about my GPA for accelerated programs. I am recently married but know that going for nursing after graduation is the best time. I know in the future I'll want kids, but by then, it'll be more difficult to go to school. I also have to move if I do decide to do any of the accelerated programs. I looked into online accelerated programs, and they are expensive. Moving would mean figuring out a place to live, how to pay bills, etc. A lot of it would be on my husband. I feel like after thinking about it for a while, I think my best route to take would also be going for a RN program since it's available near me. I felt like I was the only one going through this. Thank you so much for this video! ❤️
Glad you're speaking on that... I also came into nursing from a non traditional way... Great for you! My channel also focuses on nursing, and believe me I didnt always know I wanted to be a nurse... thanks for sharing so detailed!
Thank you for thiss video! Came across it while crying because I felt very discouraged about not being competitive enough for RN programs.
I can’t wait for you to post more videos !
Great video as always and very motivational and inspirational story
I have a bachelor's degree in international relations but I have always wanted to be a nurse. Your story is encouraging to me.
Blessings unto you. I just passed my NCLEX RN also but I was an LPN before.
This video is incredible- I am so glad I watched this. I have a B.S. in Public Health-- Your video is so professional, so I first assumed you were going to say you ended up doing the Master's or ABSN. I'm relieved that people are sharing their positive experiences taking this route. I don't want to go further into debt, but I really want to become a nurse! This is a great path to transition & for people who may not be able to dedicate what a ABSN or MSN requires. Also I'm so happy that it didn't take 2 years 🥹 That was my main worry with ADN route, so I hope I can complete it much sooner!
Thank you so much for this! It’s very encouraging and I’m glad I could help. All the best to you 😊
Hey, i’m a sophomore in college and i am really interested in becoming a nurse but because i started my major in biology and took so many classes it’s kind of to late for me to have a guaranteed spot in a nursing program. I changed my major to Health science in public health and i am using my electives to take the prerequisite classes for nursing. I plan to transfer all the necessary credits to a community college after graduating with a BS in public health and pursue nursing. Is there any advice you guys can give me for this journey.
Im so thankful i found this pg I am in the same boat as you I hv BS in health and wellness and I was curious about doing nursing school whill working from home
Go Girl! 🎉❤😊
I started in nursing and public health, but wound up studying theater in the end(there’s a long story but ultimately, it was a bunch of stuff going on back home that killed my motivation to study nursing)
I had a bachelor in education and a Master of Arts from my country. I can to the US to study nursing. So I started with ADN and it was the hardest thing I ever studied. It’s even harder than my thesis for my master level. Now I’m an RN with and ADN and will be finishing my MSN within 6 months. I can’t wait to get it done!
Hii!
I’m currently studying education, so it’s possible to put nursing as a master degree course?
Hi can we talk privately, am about to do the same
About to do the same. Did you have to do the entrance exam? Teas or hesi
pls come back explain more
How did you get to apply for the program?
This is MY situation! Graduated with health sciences, realized I didn’t know where to go w this, sister helped me find a concurrent program to get my masters in nursing, I just applied abs I’ll find out in Feb if I get into this program :)
I have to get my associates in health science do you know how I can convert it into a nursing degree
This speaks to me! I have a bachelors in social work and I will have my masters in social work in May! I want to get my ASN AFTER.
Good luck! I hope this info helps you
I currently in my last year of obtaining my bachelors in Business/Public Relations but now I'm second guessing if I made the right choice due to the fact that the job market pay and outlook isn't as promising. I'm 27 as well... I think I'll still follow thru getting bachelors (only because I will be graduating with zero debt due to aid), but looking into getting my ADN afterwards... I also live close to NYC. This video was super helpful. I just hope if I go for my ADN that it will be worth it. I love to help others and obviously the pay and job demand outlook will always be high for nurses. If anyone could shed any helpful advice my way, I would greatly appreciate it!
Great information thank you so much 😊
I like that the few years of CNA license that what I'm trying to do and be about my friend .
Thank you so much ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story.. I've a bachelors in biochemistry and would like to go for an accelerated nursing program.
You can do it!
thanks for the nice info
Hey Wendy, I have a Diploma in Business, Bachelors in IT, Masters in Project Management and CNA. I’m currently in my 3rd year Bachelor of Nursing while working two jobs as a CNA and in real estate lol. I’m very passionate about both.
Where are you studying nursing?
Did you enjoy your IT career? Out of IT or nursing which would say is a better career? Just wondering
Are you going traditional bachelo
Thank you this was helpful! I have a Degree in Kins/ human performance / Physical education . I am pretty much done taking my pre reqs again bc they had expired. I got a C in one class so i may need to retake that. I am in the process of ADN or a private school for BSN. And if MSN i need to get that C to B/A class . So I’m just in the process in retaking a class again in the summer if want to go with BSN/MSN programs. I always wondering if can get my MSN program instead of my BSN bc i have a bachelors degree already and just felt that I didn’t need a BS again. Not sure what you think would be best?
I am starting a job a a patient care tech. Ad a stepping stone for my second career. I was a teacher and realized it wasn't the right fit. I hope to get an ADN because I also don't want debt and want to work as I get my bachelor's. 😊
That’s a great route that you are taking. All the best to you. Let me know how it goes. Good luck 🍀
what about those who have non science background? How can they pursue ADN or Practical Nursing program?
Wow!! This is really inspiring, so essentially you are saying you can get paid pretty much the same when looking for a job. Can nurses with associates degree be travel nurses ?
can i apply for a ABSN program even though i have my nursing in another country as an international and im not really satisfied with the everything. I feel the nursing school here are lacking a lot
Your story is definitely inspiring! I have a Bachelor's in Business and would love to get a nursing degree. I currently work for a hospital doing medical coding and a nursing degree would help this too. I love my job but am looking for more. I work at a large hospital in Mass and would love to do nursing as a second job and as I get even older, I can do it part time. I would love to work in the OR also. Any help I can get would be great
Your plan is great! Have you decided what school to go to?
I hold a Bachelor in a non-nursing & i want to be an RN so bad. Im not worried about time, but i am worried about money to pay. Im looking at an MA to RN bridge program
Thank you for sharing, I can relate to your journey going into the ADN program.
I have a question, what made you decide to do the BSN and not MSN?
Awesome! I’m happy to share my experiences with you. If you are referring to an entry level MSN, i have plans on continuing my education in nursing and based on what I want to do, the BSN is the best route for me. Also, it has been rumored, that if you have a new grad BSN and an entry level MSN applying to the same job, the BSN would be chosen over MSN. That is because an MSN would be considered over-qualified for the job and would require an MSN pay whereas they can hire someone with the same qualifications in terms of skills and pay them less. I caution that this is no reason to no go for an MSN. Entry-level MSN grad equally get jobs at best hospitals. It’s just something I heard, that prompts a little more research for accuracy.
@@MzWendalineRN thank you for your response.
Hey Wendy! Great video! I have a Question? I attained my Bachelor’s in Exercise Science back in 2017. I originally tried to take the DPT route but couldn’t get in. I now want to go back and become a RN. Transitioning wise and time wise what would a RN-BSN look like in my case since I already have my bachelors?
Jarard Williams Great question! I am currently enrolled in an RN to BSN program with Chamberlain University. I started this month and my expected graduation is in January. That’s 8 months to get my BSN with a previous BS, which is not bad....However, an RN to BSN program should not take longer than a year, unless the student opts to take it at a slower or part time pace. I hope that helps 😊
Please tell me about direct entry level MSN programs and which one are good.
A bachelor degree certificate in Nursing, but I don't have nursing license yet am on a postbasic nursing program for the license exam,I wish to relocate to Canada,can I apply for ABSN with just the certificate?
I earned a BA in Business from Agnes Scott 22’ and I’m looking into the NP career path! Great information 😅❤
You can apply to an ABSN program which its typically 15-18 months
@@xPoisonKiller would we need to take prerequisite biology, chemistry,and anatomy classes?
That’s cool that your kinesiology degree counted towards your prerequisites. I spent two years taking part time prerequisite classes while waitressing. Whatever it takes, right? 😄👍🏻
TheSunnyEdge OMG! That’s really good! Congrats. Doesn’t matter how long it takes, as long as you get it done. What are your next plans?
Hello, as am international student what are my chances?
Thankyou for sharing, I have a degree in Biochemistry and want to do an accelerated nursing, are schools in Quebec you can recommend for this program?
please which university in USA or other countries to you recommend ?
Thanks a lot for sharing!
Are there any scholarships for this program?
Thanks allot for this information is helpful,pls I want to asked,I have a bachelor's degree certificate but I don't have nursing license yet from my home country Nigeria,can I apply for Accelerated BSN in Canada?
This is helpful. Welldone. Please can an international student apply for Msc Nursing after Msc Biomedical science (UK school).
And also, will the student apply with his or her Bsc or with the Msc Biomedical science?
Hi if I don’t have any nursing background I am an international student who would like to become a nurse but would like to start off at a community college what do I apply to?
Hey, Were you in the program for less than 2 years because you had all of your gen eds and pre reqs completed from your previous degree? I recently completed my BS and I’m considering going back to get my Adn only because it is a cheaper option for me.
I am so happy you have chosen this route. Definitely the reason why I did it too. It took me a little less than 2 years, I started January 2018 and I finished December 2019
I hope you did not stop and continued in to your bachelors
I also have a bachelors degree in Kinesiology, and I’m interested in an entry-level MSN program. I was wondering from your experience as a nurse, how are you able to integrate your kinesiology degree and knowledge? I love the field of Kinesiology, but careers at the bachelor level don’t pay as well compared to nursing. I would love to hear your thoughts.
You can apply to an ABSN program which its typically 15-18 months
Please I have a bachelor degree in biological sciences and I want to do my masters in CNA what advice would you give me?
Hi tnx for your valuable information. I studied civil and I'm 24, but I would like to study nursing. The problem is I'm from iran and I'm gonna immigrate to canada and it is too expensive for an international student. I'm looking for a program that takes 2 years and I can use it as prerequisites for nursing until I get my PR. Which program i should study? Thank you
Hi Wendy, many thanks for the encouragement. I have a degree in international studies and a Masters in Managerial Psychology. How possible is it for me to transition into being a midwife/nurse and what routes would you advice I take to make it easier? How many years also would it take for me to become a certified midwife in the USA?
Try applying an accelerated msn program
I'm so lost. I have a BS in Finance and Business Management with minor in Theater. I hate my career. I feel so drawn to the world of health care. I have 2 kids and with mediocre money. I was told that some A-BSN schools/program still recquire you to take chemistry all over again (when I had a passing grade of C+ lol) and I'm dreading it.
Yes, they might require chemistry depending on how long ago you took the class. Either way, I think it would be best for you research the school you want to attend to ask them specific questions. Good luck!
@@MzWendalineRN That chem class would probably be in 2011 LOL damn I'm screwed.
I need more help if you got the time for me because I'm new to this game about the stated school
How did you finish in a year?
Hi, which school did you do your ASSOCIATE?
hey I didn’t take science in high school and now I wanna major in nursing in bachelors but they don’t accept students with no science background. I’m from nepal and we had two options, either management or science and I took management. I was planning to go to Australia for my further studies but since they’ve closed their borders for almost 2 years now, I’m thinking of going to states for bachelors. But in Australia I could take 1 year diploma of nursing and learn all the basics and base of nursing before getting my bachelor degree in nursing but in usa they offer no diploma programs. Is it possible for me to get into any nursing programs or nursing schools ? Please help me🥺😭
wdym they have closed their borders? Australia?
Thank you for this
I studied urban and regional planning with a HND certificate, is it possible to gain admission into any nursing program for post graduate or masters in the UK universities? Please I have always wished I got a nursing course.
Yes this is possible
I have master degree, but no science subject, what i can do to be a nurse
My mom is a CNA I dont wanna be that. I wanna be a RN. I have an AA degree in Healthcare Administration will finish a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration in A couple month's. I want to transition in a BSN program.
When you finish your bachelors degree you can look for an ABSN program (accelerated bachelors degree it’s for people who hold a bachelors degree in another field. You can do prerequisites at a community college and transfer it for the ABSN program. ABSN programs are very very intense and fast paced and rigorous and most programs last from 12-18 months. But you might have some of the prerequisites done already from your bachelors degree
I did the same thing and it was the worst mistake I’ve made. If you don’t have work experience, you are pretty much going nowhere. Most of the jobs I was being offered pay in the 30ks, the highest was 41k. Then I saw my cousin with an associates degree in nursing making 65k starting out. And another friend of mine who just got a job this year making upwards of 80k. Its not only about the money, its also about job security and self development. I don’t know many jobs where you can ride to work in skechers and work 3 days 12 hour shifts and make upwards of 80k. Literally on those other days that you’re free, you can study, you can start a business, so many things you can do.
Right! Thank you for sharing your experience.
I m on H4 visa in USA can i get admission in BSN programme and get scholarship???
I have a BA degree in Hunan Development. I’ve always wanted fro be a nurse but it was never the right time. I took most of my pre prerequisite as few years ago except for Microbiology. What advice can you give me? How do I even get started? I want to be an NICU nurse.
I would say you start by looking at the requirements for admission at the nursing schools you are considering attending. Speak to a counselor or a program representative and see how you can apply for their program.
I have bsc in physiology. Can I study nursing with it?
Love your video ! I have a bachelors in healthcare administration any tips on how I can get into the nursing field ?
You could do a pre registration into nursing or get a job as a healthcare worker and the employer could help you get the relevant training and study for nursing
Take nursing pre-requisite courses and choose which level you’d like to start your nursing career at and which program you’d like to complete (ADN, Accelerated BSN, or MEPN-MSN).
I’m starting as a student in an MEPN (Master’s degree for people with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees) next year because I don’t want to go backwards in my education level. I’d like to make sure I’m advancing beyond a bachelor’s degree since I’ve already earned one.
@@doodle_bug5707hello. What school are you going to for your masters? I have a bachelors in healthcare administration and would rather do my masters in nursing as well
If I go to college can I have opportunity to hospital?
I have an associate degree in health science, which is an easier career path for me?
I have this same degree and was told by multiple advisors that this degree is very versatile which I would agree, you can go into almost any health care filed with this degree ,it’s nice because we have completed all of the pre-requisites I was accepted into both a nursing program and a respiratory care program with an associates in health science , hope that helps
I'm going to go to long Beach city collage CA
Hi I am a registered nurse in Ghana and hold a BSN. I want to work in US or Canada. Should I do an accelerated BSN before writing NCLEX RN? Or do you have any idea
Since you are BSN,RN already, you do not need any accelerated program. You ready fit in perfectly. All you need is to start your credentializing process with US nursing board, after which a CES report is issued, you can sit for NCLEX RN
Càn i bécome a nursé if i finished other bachelor's degree?
Hi there, am I able to attend Nursing school with a Biology undergraduate degree?
You can apply to an ABSN program which its typically 15-18 months
Hi, I'm an international student with a degree in English studies, and I really want to get an ADN.... What do you advise bearing mind that I have a non-science background?
Same
Same
Did you include your previous degree in your personal statement or SOP
I don’t recall having to write a personal statement. However, they were aware that I had a previous bachelors degree from me submitting all my transcripts as an admissions requirement.
Hi ma'am,I have a BSc degree in biochemistry and i want to study nursing. I don't know what and how to come abt it. Should I start BScN again for 4 years.
Will kindly await your reply.
Thanks
I also want to study nursing, lets go
You can apply to an ABSN program which its typically 15-18 months
I just want to obtain the RN certificate and I don’t want to do five years in my country
I love you❤️
I have an associates degree in allied health of science but I want to go into a nursing program is that possible
Of course! It’s possible. You just have to have the prerequisite classes and all other necessary requirements that the school is asking for. Good luck to you!
@@MzWendalineRN thank you this has made me hopeful!!! Will definitely ask the schools I am looking at
@@MzWendalineRN I have bsc in biochemistry can I switch to RN after taking the prerequisites
@@angelaokeke9493 yes, you can. You just have to apply to a nursing program once your prerequisites are completed
@@MzWendalineRN thanks dear,how do I take the prerequisites ,is it in the school or I v to do it on my own.
I did bachelor of commerce don't have any experience of nursing but now i want to become nurse any tips for how to become nurse ?
same question
Same question
I am interested in switching careers but my first degree and masters is in an unrelated field
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Me too
I really appreciate your content and encouragement
Please can Animal Science graduate study Nursing
You can apply to an ABSN program which its typically 15-18 months
I want to hear more from you. Please get back to me urgently. I really need help
Hai ma'am how many years in nursing after graduating biology course?
2 years of nursing school
Can I go to college for a bachelors of science in biology degree and still be a nurse without going to nursing school?
No, unfortunately. Every student who wishes to become a nurse has to study in an accredited nursing program in order to be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam (Board exam). A B.S. in biology, specifically human biology with a pre-nursing track will help you tackle your pre-requisites, but you must go through an accredited program
@@ianlombardo9758 so after I finish college it’s best I go to nursing school in order to become a nurse
@@Islandgyal2.0 I would start as an EMT while in college if not earlier(every state is different, some require you to be 16 or 17 while others require you to be 18 to become an EMT.), to see if healthcare is a right fit for you. Healthcare is NOT for everyone and many realize this within there first two years of college, some colleges allow for students who are unsure to go through an internal application process for direct entry into the program. Your other option is to double major in Nursing and Bio or major in nursing and minor in bio
@@ianlombardo9758 thank you this helps ❤️
Thanks for that
I’m currently 30 and I got accepted to Accelerated BSN program. Yes, it’s hard
my previous degree was a bachelors in business marketing. Yes, I accumulated debt
I think that anyone could do it and they put their minds to it
Hello,please how long did it take you to complete your prerequisite courses to apply to the absn program ?
How hard is the ban program? Am 25 and still taking the preclasses which is great. I kinda question meself if I can really do it because people be saying the nursing program is very hard. Am like dam
I’m 29 going on 30 and looking into doing an accelerated program because I have a BA in Design but want the security of a nursing job.
Pls am studying counseling psychology but I want to do nursing after my bachelor degree how many years is it going to take to do nursing. Am from ghana 🇬🇭
Are you here in the u.s or are you still in Ghana? I am from Ghana by the way. If you get a bachelors degree here in the u.s you can go on to do an ABSN program( accelerated bachelors degree in nursing) it’s for people who already hold a bachelors degree in another field other than nursing. But keep in mind that you have to do prerequisites and for most ABSN programs you have to have a 3.0 before you can get into the ABSN programs. And the ABSN programs are very very intense and rigorous and usually last between 12-18 months and are very expensive.
Moonlight and staryeyes bestries I’m in Nigeria and I’m interested in the ABSN program...would it be possible to apply from here?
Hi MzWendaline, May I know the average cost of studying accelerated nursing degree in usa? I’m looking for cheaper colleges (community colleges?) with any scholarship; I am 39 years old, Canadian citizen, pursued masters in Biotechnology and Masters in Public health in Canada and have been working in clinical trials for more than 11 years in canada but I am always fascinated about nursing; if you could let me know some community colleges in US that would offer accelerated bachelor nursing be great help!
Hi! Normally, community colleges only offer associates degree in nursing. For an accelerated degree program, you would have to look into a public or private university.
I just got my bachelors in psychology. I'm taking prerequisites this year for the ADN
Congratulations! I’m excited for your journey to nursing. All the best!
@@MzWendalineRN thank you! 😊
I just graduated with My BA in Psy but want to get into a RN program
What's ADN I'm currently in the same situation I'm from the Caribbean wanting to do prerequisites
I have a degree in marketing can I pursue a degree in marketing?
Hello, I have a bachelor degree in education ( Biology and Chemistry + Education ) obtained from Kenya ( Africa) and I am now living in USA, Texas, what can I do to join nursing in your school ?? Thank you
First identify which nursing program you want to get enrolled into and then send your transcript for evaluation. The program will let you know which prequistes you need to take and maybe some of the courses you took from your previous school will be accepted. After you get a list of prequisites you need to take to be accepted to a nursing program you can enroll in a community college and complete your prequisites. Texas has several programs you can choose from eg uta has an accelerated bsn program but you can research and find the one that suits you best.
Did you go for nursing school or what
Hello Wendy , I have a question can you become a nurse anesthesia with a bachelor in health science.?
Yes, but you would need to get a nursing degree first . You can research and take the accelerated BSN . It could take as less as 14 - 16 months
Nurse anesthesia is more of a master degree program level if not, nursing degree level you have to have icu experience.
1) I desire to study nursing in the United States. And i will love to be Permanent and work there as well, what can i do please?
I actually have no experience in nursing and have a degree in geography but wanna do nursing.
2) If it successfully happens that i study nursing in the United States which am working on, does it guarantee me an employment and a green card?
Find a community college with a nursing program
Hlo which college you do nursing I am in queens I also wants to do nursing program please reply?
Check your local community college
Please can I function as a nurse in any part of the world with this RN degree
I know there are plenty of other countries that will take in RNs who were trained in the US, but you’ll need to check with each country you’d like to move to… 🤷♀️
Hi I am a registered nurse in Ghana and hold a BSN. I want to work in US or Canada. Should I do an accelerated BSN before writing NCLEX RN? Or do you have any idea
no, look for nursing agencies that hire nurses outside USA, then do the English test and test out for Nclex. no need for accelerated Bsn