Is 4-year nursing coruse better than 2-year nursing course in terms of learning experience?

Answer 1

Not really, I've done both and the classes I took for the 4 yr did not help me improve my patient care much but did increase my knowledge in other things since it is a 4 yr degree.

It is good to get the 4 yr degree if you can swing it since you won't have to go back later to get it and it helps with advancement (if you want to teach or do management)

Answer 2

I would tend to recommend that you consider the BSN degree for several reasons including:

More emphasis on leadership and management development,
the addition of community health nursing courses, and of course because of greater career opportunities in addition to the ability to be prepared for graduate level education should you wish to go on to pursue a Master's in Nursing Science degree to become a Nurse Practitioner one day for example.

Despite the nursing shortage opportunities for associate degree nurses are becoming more limited than they previously were -- ie: the Dept of Veteran's Affairs only hires nurses with a BSN degree now, New York and California each have legislation pending that would say the same thing.... who know ehere it all will go from there. The best way to start your career out is to look at the trends in healthcare delivery needs and employment opportunities now-- and go ahead & get the BSN if you're able to.

Here's an article that describes the main differences between the education of an ADN vs BSN program and the reason new nurses should strongly consider becoming a BSN:

To BSN or Not to BSN---
http://medi-smart.com/rntobsn.htm

Answer 3

YES! A 4-yr is a BSN program. With a BSN you can specialize, teach, and choose administrative. It opens more doors for you in the field. The 2-yr is an associate degree program, which would also make you an RN (after state board exams) but you would be limited regarding career advancement. I wish you all the best in your nursing career!

Answer 4

It depends on where you do and the kind of course stucture. Nursing has so many openings today. Do a well planned course and you are sure to get a decent opening! Good luck.

Answer 5

A 4-year course will offer you twice as much time to learn, of course! -- and a better chance at a job and knowing what you're doing. Good luck!

Answer 6

4 yr course is better both for experience and job openings.

Answer 7

study longer and u will get a better job with more cash thats the way it is no more no less

Answer 8

of course!