2007-10-17 09:30:43 · 3 answers · asked by smanalo27 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You could, but you would have to retake your chemistry, biology, physics and math classes. Basically, you would have to take all the pre-med core coursework 'cause nursing coursework does not count towards pre-med requirements. The classes are too fundamentally different.
Here's what you need to take:
1 year calculus
1 year English
1 year physics with lab (covering Newtonian mechanics, E&M and optics with some quantum)
1 year general chem with lab
1 year organic chem with lab
1 year general biology with lab
Sorry, but your classes for anatomy/physio, microbio, and nursing-chem and pharmacology don't count towards pre-med.
Moreover there is a bias on med school admissions committees AGAINST nurses. Doctors will always be abundant, but nurses are in short supply. Med schools see a greater social interest in retaining nurses, even if it means rejecting you from med school.
Have you considered a graduate level PA program or a MSN or NP license? That way, you can be hired for supervisory positions, take a bigger role in clinical work, Rx meds, and NOT retake a ton of classes.
2007-10-17 11:00:29 · answer #1 · answered by Gumdrop Girl 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are asking if your BSN will qualify you for acceptance to medical school, the answer is no. You will need to complete the required science and math courses, as well as take the MCAT in order to apply to a med school. This link might answer other questions you may have: http://people.howstuffworks.com/becoming-a-doctor.htm
2007-10-18 10:29:34 · answer #2 · answered by J 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, take the required medical school classes.
2007-10-17 19:21:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋