Nursing Degree Question?

Question

Whats the difference between baccalaureate,Associate,and practical nursing?What is the better choice of these three and what does each of these let you do and what you are limited to do?

So wait i should go for the bacc.?im not good with abbreviations that you mentioned...=/

Answer 1

'Practical nursing' is generally considered to be that performed by a person with a LPN (licensed practical nurse) degree/designation. That designation is a strong step under that of a RN (registered nurse).

You can obtain an 'associate degree' to become a RN, and that falls somewhat short of a RN with a BSN, which is a college degree in nursing.

Associate RN degrees are normally obtained from a technical college and focus only on the required courses to qualify for RN licensure.

A BSN is a four year college degree from an accredited college/university.

If you desire to move upwards in nursing in terms of management, a BSN is a definite must. Higher advancement into hospital managment is going to require a masters in nursing or a masters in health management.

Answer 2

I think a BSN is the best way to go. The ANA has been trying to make a baccalaureate degree the standard for years but because nurses are needed so badly it hasn't take place yet. If you ever want to advance in the career you'll need a BSN to do so, so why not get it done and out of the way now? That's what I'm going for, but I eventually plan on being a nurse anesthetist or a nurse practicioner. Plus someone with a BSN will surely be paid more than someone with a two-year degree. Good luck in nursing school!!