RN to BSN programs, what you NEED to know!

Ever wonder which RN-BSN program is right for you?
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[@tifanylam6349]

Thank YOU so much for this video! 💖 I graduated from Troy University with my RN degree in December 2022, passed my NCLEX-RN in January 2023 and will return back to start the RN-BSN program in March 2023 with the same university. I have the same plan to do full time work and full time school. Very educational video! ✨

[@Katherine_Ann]

Thank you so much Tifany for your comment and kind words!

[@mirandaalexis]

I did my RN-BSN through UA and everything was all online for 3 semesters, and it was reasonably priced and simple.

[@kayleighstreet6250]

Can you message me About the price 😂

[@mirandaalexis]

Kayleigh Street how do I message you lol

[@kayleighstreet6250]

mirandaalexis idk 🤣🤣 but I’ve been wanting to go there forever but they’re not upfront about they’re pricing! 🙁

[@mirandaalexis]

Kayleigh Street really? I asked the nursing school RN-BSN director and she told me a price breakdown of everything

[@JohnnyRecently]

Was most the work essays or tests or something else?

[@sarahelo009]

I loved this video, I’m so happy to have found your channel!! ☺️✨ I’m in community college (first semester) and getting into a nursing program seems so hard. What part time jobs, for a teen with no experience, would look best for a program?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi Sarah! I recommend looking into CNA/PCA work or look into working in a group home. I did that through part of my nursing school career and that job really helps you understand nursing and dowsnt burn you out like CNA/PCA work can (atleast that's what I found).

[@sarahelo009]

@@Katherine_Ann thank you for the advice!! I’ll definitely look into group homes 🙏🏻😊

[@ellociinn]

@@sarahelo009 i'm in comm. college to getting my associate (2nd sem, 1st yr) planning to go to nursing school.

[@ryansedlacek1319]

I recommend people wait and get experience. Most places will pay for your further education.

[@hafida9136]

hello ! I'm going to community college, so should just get my adn and work for a year or two to save then my bsn? Or should go to community college and get my prerequisites then transfer to a bsn nursing program? Thank you :))

[@ameliamorton1686]

I’m in the same position!!! What are you doing?

[@suash_k]

hiii me too! what did you end up doing?

[@hafida9136]

@@suash_k hey! I'm currently working on getting all my prerequisites at a community college then ill plan on transferring to a University. Although the school I want to transfer to require a CNA lincese and plus I want to get experience, so im hopefully gonna get my CNA lincese next year ! How about you?

[@hafida9136]

@@ameliamorton1686 a year later ik sorry lol ! But im choosing the second option :)

[@natoooop]

@@hafida9136 Hello, I am not familiar with college courses or anything but what are the prerequisites for? Like which class or major is it that you’re taking prerequisites at a community college? If you get what I mean.

[@boogienow]

There are clinicals with WGU. You have to go to a hospital or some place. It is not 100% online.

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi there, thank you for your comment. When I was in school for my RN-BSN there was no clinical time at all, none required of me.

[@natoooop]

Hello, I am planning to go community college. Should I get an associate in nursing then do a BSN program? Would that be successful?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey there! That's almost identitcal to what I did, and am so thankful I did it that way!

[@tiffanywilson6420]

Hello so how long did it take you to finish with WGU?

[@Katherine_Ann]

I finished in 18 months! With a 1 month break so really 17 months!

[@1982NitaJCares]

@@Katherine_Ann yeaaa congrats i have 9 more class then i start my bsnrn..prayers

[@Gaa899]

What do I take after high school. I want to just start my RN do I have to start first with BSN OR JUST RN is it Possible ?

[@Katherine_Ann]

There are multiple programs you can go into to work as an RN. There are diploma, associates, and bachelor's peograms! Look up which ones are in your area! Diploma and associates are the fastest to get and you can work full time while going back to school online for an RN to BSN degree.

[@Gaa899]

@@Katherine_Ann Oh really okay thanks so much😻

[@SarahPhillips-ke6bf]

So would you recommend getting my RN degree at community college and then going to get my BSN, or should I just get my pre reqs done at community college and then go to a big university and start my BSN?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Great question, Sarah! It all depends on what your preferences or priorities are. If you're able to find a RN diploma or associates degree program like I did, then you can start working sooner. You could then have your employer pay for your RN to BSN, which is what I did. I personally think that's a great option by not only saving you money, but allows you to start your career sooner. Now if you really want to attend a four year school and have that experience, there's nothing wrong with that. Especially if you have a scholarship or just want to knock out your BSN all at once. It's really all up to you.

[@javierarizola13]

Hi there. I have questions regarding the class work. How was biochemistry and statistics? Did you find those hard? And how many papers did you have to write for the BSN program at WGU? I heard that you submit papers and WGU will give students corrections to be made before officially submitting them. Great video!

[@Katherine_Ann]

Biochem was a bit hard for me (due to me not wanting to study) but once I actually applied myself it was fine! Same with statistics! There are groups you can follow along with with all classes and have it more structured instead of by yourself. I ended up doing that with biochem and watching videos live from the instructor and asking question with other students, it was like a large Skype call. I believe I wrote less than 10 papers the entire time. There was one large paper and that for for the EBP class, but the rest were smaller papers. And you are correct, you are always to submit all classwork up to 3 times and they will give you corrections. You also are allowed to take tests like that too. Tou have two chances to pass the final than after that you have to lay to take it a third time but you also have to meet with a course instructor (online) and figure out what is going wrong that you aren't able to pass. Hope this helps!

[@javierarizola13]

Nurse Katherine thanks for the info!!! This is really helpful. Interesting about having to repay to retake the test if you fail it twice. The rep I’m talking to never mentioned that. Do you know the fee? And is it the same exact test each time you retake it? Thank youuuuu!!!

[@Katherine_Ann]

@@javierarizola13 you're very welcome! It's about 65 dollars I believe. It had to retake a test before and I believe it was that much. And no it is not the same test but some of the questions did repeat for the test I took. When you take the pre test for each class that will give you a great understanding of what is actually on the test. Also remember if you take the pretest first (like I did with the geriatric class) and do well you can take the final right away and skip all class work. A lot of class work... actually most is not required for the class. I passed that class in a few days because I just took the final and passed. I didn't even look at one page of the book or class work.

[@prinncee7867]

Hi, WGU now require clinicals

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey Prinncee! Theya re requiring it for an RN to BSN?

[@1982NitaJCares]

Congratulations happy for you.👍👍⭐

[@CelesteOnnainty]

I thought you loose your license if you don’t do your BSN in 10 years

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hm, that's interesting. I've never heard of that.

[@mariamacruz107]

Hi! Were you hired as an ADN nurse at a hospital? And if so, did they offer tuition reimbursement for your online BSN degree? Pls. Reply!

[@kobyyA]

It’s hard to find a hospital job with ADN these days. My advice start at clinic or long term care facility and work towards your BSN.

[@mariamacruz107]

@@kobyyA but don’t hospitals offer some tuition reimbursement to get the bsn degree?

[@kobyyA]

It’s usually the union afflicted with facility that offers tuition reimbursement. Hence, where ever you work, clinic, LTC, hosp, they’ll pay.

[@mariamacruz107]

@@kobyyA oh okay I see thanks for the heads up!💯

[@raeganporter9299]

Im an ADN nurse and I got a job easily! And will get 4500 toward tuition reimbursement

[@lindaholder2225]

Isn't it hard to transfer to other schools because of no grades?

[@Katherine_Ann]

I'm sorry Linda, I'm not quite sure what you are asking. Could you maybe rephrase your question?

[@billybobfrank11]

Yes it is. Some masters or doctorate programs require a certain GPA and if it’s simply pass/fail you won’t meet such requirements. Even some of these schools with pass/fail grades state on their site it might not get accepted when applying for higher education.

[@user-dc6zh1hx7p]

Hello, is there any school that accepts international students from rn to bsn?

[@Katherine_Ann]

That's a great question! I would imagine you'd have to meet whatever pre-reqs they would require. I'm sure it's easier depending on the school you went to for your RN!

[@yangchentsemtso2587]

Hello I am RN and wanted to become BSN. Could you plz tell me what subjects we need to take to become BSc

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey Yangchen, that all depends on what you took during your RN program and what the BSN requires of you. Make sure to do you research!

[@JM-jx7bd]

This a great advice! Since this was totally online, were you still able to make friends or build long lasting relationships?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey there! I made 0 friends while in my RN-BSN program 🤣 but I also was not trying to make any friends either. I believe there were study groups though where you could make friends if that's something you want.

[@davidgathercole6061]

What do you think of somebody like me taking on nursing at 65years old?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey David, thanks for the question. What would make you want to pursue nursing at that stage in life? I'm rarely going to dissuade someone from pursuing nursing if that's what they want to do. I had classmates who were in their 50s, so I think you could do it if you're determined and willing to put in the time and effort!

[@davidgathercole6061]

@@Katherine_Ann I would've persued nursing sooner but I told I was too old so went into Polysomnography. Pardon my language but I'm bored shitless with poly and I've always thought I'd make a good nurse. I just want to receive and honest shot!

[@Katherine_Ann]

@@davidgathercole6061 If you want to pursue it, go for it! I wish you the best :)

[@wshelby83]

Hi Nurse Katherine, so you think it’s better to go right into the BSN program the next semester after graduating from ADN school?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey Britanie! Yes, I personally do. I see a lot of people wait and then they never end up going back.

[@wshelby83]

@@Katherine_Ann you don’t think it would be a lot with learning new things at your job?

[@Katherine_Ann]

@@wshelby83 I can really only say from what I experienced, but for me it was not. I also think it depends on what school you go to. Some are more tedious than others. I graduated in July, started my job in October and started my BSN in January. That was a pretty good timeline!

[@wshelby83]

@@Katherine_Ann that’s what I intend on doing too. Take a semester off and get ready to take the BSN the next semester

[@AckeeSaltfishDumplin]

Can you go from WGU to a school offering a FNP program?

[@AckeeSaltfishDumplin]

Christina Cianci did you go to WGU?

[@christinacianci3608]

@@AckeeSaltfishDumplin no, mt my friends trying to get into an NP program did...not accepted as GPA is not high enough...everyone gets a 3.0 at WGU

[@AckeeSaltfishDumplin]

Christina Cianci wow... yea wgu’s grading system is why I asked my original question. Thanks for solidifying my suspicions

[@jacquelinepuga8315]

Can I do an online RN to BSN in a different state and work in my home state of California? I would like to save on tuition and some of the programs I have seem are so inexpensive compared to the ones in CA but I'm not sure how to check to see if they are valid in my state. I don't know what to look for so that I know I can work in CA if I do an online program from a different state.

[@Katherine_Ann]

With my understanding CA is the most difficult state to work with for schooling when it comes to nursing. But YES! I did an online rn to BSN and it is based out of Utah and I'm on the other side of the country. If you're interested in a school I suggest calling and talking to their admissions to make sure it would all be okay for CA.

[@jacquelinepuga8315]

@@Katherine_Ann thank you

[@jlmcgrot]

Did you look at other options, such as smaller state schools that also offer RN-BSN? I like the idea of WGU, but I'm trying to find the benefit of it if it takes you as long or longer than a state school. I see the value in the "I got it done in 6 months", but I know I'm not that person. Otherwise, I can be done in a year in Georgia and possibly spend less.

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi! So the biggest reason I picked WGU was because it was fully paid for by my employer and I also was able to do everything at my own pace. I could finish a class in 2 days or 2 months, all was dependent on how well I already knew the information. :) I never looked at state schools because WGU was around the same price.

[@jlmcgrot]

@@Katherine_Ann The employer thing is an excellent reason. I think deadlines help me somewhat. I could see me dragging it out 2 years if it was "go at my own pace". Haha.

[@ewashichi5955]

I am not sure if your content was clear. Not sure what I missed. Just want to know the school you attended . Am looking at Canada . Already ab RN. So not looking for a 2 years course. I hope there is something shorter . But just can’t find one

[@Simplykai13]

Hi what are the pre requisite to get in the RN to BSN program?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Every school is different, but mostly just to be an RN already!

[@karma-bp1oy]

so if i obtain my adn at a community college, i can go to a program where i can obtain my bsn and from there go into a masters program of my choice? i’ve been so confused

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hey Karma! It would not be of your choice for a MSN program but the rest is correct! You would still need to apply to the MSN program.

[@veronicaamoasi9122]

Do you have to write the nclex after ADN before applying for BSN. Moreover, I 'm in community college taking prequisites buh I'm confused whether to tranfer to BSN or take the RN course. I found out the ADN program is not accredited

[@Katherine_Ann]

To do a RN to BSN program you have to be an RN first. Graduating with a ADN just gives you a Diploma, you then have to sit for your NCLEX, pass, and then work as an RN. Most employers will pay for most of not all of a RN to BSN program so I always suggest doing a Diploma program or ADN degree first so you dont go into debt.

[@ellociinn]

@@Katherine_Ann hi, so after i get my adn i have to take the nclex and pass it in order to go to bsn program? sorry, i'm still confused

[@RealShxtx]

Hi I am a registered nurse in Ghana- Africa. I hold a BSN in Ghana and want to further to BSN US standard 2. I want to be a RN in US 3. I want The right school with the right program for me and a university with a great NCLEX pass rate Please help me

[@jessestam]

You could go to any community college in the US as long as it's accredited. That's the cheapest option and you can probably roll over some international credits (check with the college). You could do an accelerated program in about 14 months but it's usually very intense and very expensive. If you do community college, you'll finish with an RN once you pass the NCLEX, then can get hired and pursue your BSN while working. Usually your job will pay part of the BSN. Good luck :)

[@mrugly9334]

Hey katherine nice video ... I am a high school student 12 grade planing on being a nurse Quick question Is the (BSN) degree just a straight up 4 years program or do you have to do 2 years of prequuties and later apply for the BSN program. Which is 6 years in total Or is it just 2 for the pre ? And 2 for the bsn ? Thank you very much.

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi! So it depends where you go but a BSN. Program is only 4 years. You apply for "nursing school" and are accepted into the program but the first two years generally are just prerequisites and the last two or three incorporate clinicals. If you are trying to get in less debt or pay less for schooling do not do a BSN program right away. Do an associate program and then go back for your BSN. An associate program is 2-3 years and a typical online BSN is one year. I saved 16,000 doing it that way since my employer paid for my BSN degree.

[@DanielleJaramilla]

How was commencement? Where did it take place

[@Katherine_Ann]

It took place in Utah but I did not go :)

[@monicakhatri3341]

Do we need SAT / ACT scores for RN-BSN program?

[@Katherine_Ann]

Nope not at all! Just your RN degree!

[@monicakhatri3341]

@@Katherine_Ann thankyou 😍

[@briannavaughn6772]

Nurse Katherine quick question. Do ACT scores of a 21 only apply to universities that offers a regular nursing program (2 years pre req, 2 years nursing school), basically a BSN? I plan to get my RN degree first than do the RN-BSN program.

[@misseydj123]

ClassicB Yes, your ACT scores are more important to 4 year colleges over community colleges. For community college, you can definitely submit your ACT scores but you can also just take a placement test.

[@RealShxtx]

Hi I am a licensed registered nurse in Ghana- Africa. I hold a BSN with First class Honours ( CGPA of 3.82 out of 4.0) from a recognized university here. I want to further my nursing education and want to know which programs I am eligible to apply? Please get back to me Thank you

[@Katherine_Ann]

Hi Bridget! First off thank you for watching! I unfortunately have no knowledge of how to transfer licenses or which schools accept out of Country licenses. If there is a school you are interested in I suggest reaching out to their applications team and getting answers there, hope that helps!

[@christinacianci3608]

I'm going to be honest...WGU classes and criteria, esp. for nursing, i.e. the science classes are NOT, I repeat, NOT as rigorous as a regular university. On line microbiology lab??? Are you kidding me? It's a joke, sorry.

[@Katherine_Ann]

I would agree it is not as rigorous. Absoltuely! There is no need to apologize to me, I just simply want other nurses to know that the program is out there and it's a wonderful program!

[@forcozying8549]

They use simulators.

[@Rebecca-zr3lu]

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