I am going to school to be an RN?
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I just got into a nursing program at BYU and what they do is if you have anything on your record, you just have to write a paper saying how you've overcome your problem. It'll for sure show up on your record, If they ask for a paper/explanation, just say that you took some rehab classes and haven't driven drunk since and don't plan to in the future. you should be fine, good luck!
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You asked 2 questions.  RN is different than BSN.  RN takes 3 years out of high school.  BSN would likely take you 3 years since you presumably have some of the requirements fulfilled with your BSN in psych, which, by the way will be beneficial for any nurse to have.  Best of luck.  Most nursing programs will state the length of training and requirements at their institution.
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How to become a nurse\n   \n  \n\nWhile job prospects in many areas are diminishing, healthcare is growing. With the nursing shortage predicted to get worse, jobs for nurses are abundant throughout the world. Unfortunately, along with the shortage of practicing nurses comes a "Catch 22" shortage of nursing educators. Therefore, nursing programs are difficult to get into, and many have waiting lists. The wait is worth it. Wages will continue to increase, and experienced nurses will be in high demand for years to come.\n\nNursing Assistant\nYou may want to begin your career as a nursing assistant or aide. This requires a short course of study, and is usually available from your local adult education department. In some instances, it may give you an advantage in getting into a nursing program as well.\n\nIt also provides you with a source of employment while you pursue your nursing career, as well as direct insight into the world of nursing. There are other programs such as becoming a Surgical Tech which don't require you to become a nurse first, but can lead into a path towards nursing. Often these programs are available through technical schools or adult education programs.\n\nLPN/LVN\nMoving on up the career ladder, you may choose to become and LPN/LVN (Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse). This is generally a one year course of study typically from a vocational school or junior college. The LPN/LVN works under the direct supervision of a physician or an RN. It is not uncommon for people to choose to become an LPN/LVN as a means to support themselves as they pursue their RN (Registered Nurse). Some RN schools offer course credit to LPNs or allow you to challenge some courses through exams. This practice is not as common as it once was, however, with the shortage of nurses becoming crisis levels in some areas, we may see more of this again.\n\nRegistered Nurse\nFor RNs there are more choices to be made in regards to levels of education. In the past, hospitals offered three year diploma courses where students lived and worked in the hospital and earned a nursing diploma, and then sat for their boards to become RNs. As nursing roles expanded far beyond the realm of hospital nursing, these programs closed. Today, very few remain, and most of those are affiliated with 2 year (Associate Degree) programs.\n\nADN vs. BSN\nThe two most popular courses of study today are the ADN (Associate Degree Nurse) and the BSN (Bachelor of Science Nurse). The ADN course is typically a two year degree program, and the BSN a four year program. The ADN program is often focused more on practical applications of nursing where as the BSN program expands into the theoretical realms of patient care. Most institutions pay on a scale based on education as well as experience. In recent years there has been a big push to mandate the BSN be a minimum requirement to be a professional nurse. Sound arguments both for and against this have been well presented, and thus it is still being debated. The nursing shortage is playing a big role in the practicality of this. However, for professional advancement, the BSN is usually required. Again, an ADN program provides a career ladder choice to nurses. Many programs for RN-to-BSN are gaining popularity. After graduation from any of these courses of study, nurses all sit for their boards to become Registered Nurses. This exam is known as the NCLEX-RN.\n\nMake Sure It's Accredited\nAn important point in choosing any nursing program is making sure it is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). This ensures that you will be able to sit for your boards. Not all schools are accredited, and can delay your licensing process.\n\nAdvance Degree Programs\nThere are also many advanced degree options including Nurse Practitioner programs, as well as Masters and Doctoral degree programs with various areas of specialization and practice. Most management positions require advance
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Check http://www.collegeboard.com You can get a list of colleges, courses offered, tuition, admission information and links to the colleges in your area. Good Luck with your nursing degree.
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If you want to become a nurse, then it will be for life.  You need to go thru the appropriate courses to become the best you can be.  Check your local hospitals for nursing schools.
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It all depends on what kind of nurse you want to be.  RNs have more schooling than LPNs and nursing assistants have even less that that.\nif you want to be an RN, then i suggest going to a four year school and going through their nursing program, then you will graduate with your bachelor's of science in nursing...that's a good thing!\n\nSince you mentioned financial aid, a 4 year school may not be in your game plan and that's o.k.! But, LOTS of poeple go to 4 year schools with financial aid...it's not an issue for some, but smaller schools and tech schools tend to be less expensive.  you can check out technological schools or community colleges in your area that have nursing programs. \n\nFinancial aid is a way a school can provide you with tuition assistance based on your income, or if you are supported by your parents, then it's based off of their income.\n\nalso, look into sholarships that may be available to you. if you're still in high school, then, your guidance office can help you with that!\n\nGOOD LUCK in the future!
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I'm not sure about Melbourne but James Cook University has an external pre-RN course.  This is funny because my best friend has just moved to NZ to do her RN's over there. I have put a link in the source section.  Good luck with it all welcome to nursing.  I am a registered nurse.
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Your local library should have the book "Occupational Outlook". In it it will tell you everything that is required to become a nurse, what the different types are, what the working conditions are like, what salaries they make, and job opening prospects for the next few years.\nExcellent job choice by the way. Good for you.
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How about starting in nursing school.\nwhat a concept.
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You will have to go  to a college near you and sign up. Take the pre nursing classes some of these can be on line. Then you can go part time and be home with your baby and then towards the end you will have to be gone for clinicls but if you go part time it will take you awhile so the baby may be is school.
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go to www.dora.state.co.us/nursing/\nthe website tells you step by step what to do. depending on when you move up there, MAKE SURE YOU KEEP ALL OF YOUR SCHOOL STUFF: transcripts, college syllabus, everything;which in turn save you a lot of headache and stress!
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Any accredited school where the nursing graduate acquires an Associates of Science degree in Nursing.  A degree that upon completion, entitles you to test for your RN license in the state in which you live.  Some licenses will work in multiple states and some states would require you to retest if you ever moved, so you should check on the RN license requirements for your state if you are considering going out of state to attend school, and move back home upon completion or vice versa.  If the school you find that best suits your personal needs and will allow you to become a registered nurse is located in the state you plan on residing in once you graduate, then you should be fine.  Keep in mind that this only licenses you as an RN.  I guess circumstance would allow you to work in Pediatrics or not.  If you want to become a Pediatric nurse, meaning a person that not only has an RN license, but further education to allow them to specialize in children's health, you would more than likely be looking at a bachelor's degree in nursing.  It should be relatively easy finding a school that offers an RN program, but depending on where you live, finding a school that would allow you to get a bachelors degree in nursing with a focus in Pediatrics may be a little more difficult.  Again, that all depends on where you live and how easy it would be for you to make that decision to attend.
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Nursing School helps!  I recommend that you go for a Bachelor's Degree at an accredited Nursing School at a University, rather than a community college.  More and more hospitals are preferring a BSN to an ADN.  Plus, with a BSN you have SO many more choices!  You can do Public Health, any hospital nursing, get into management, and become a travel nurse.  You should research with you local colleges and universities, or whichever ones are nearby, to find a nursing program that will work for your schedule, budget (though I recommend financial aid or loans), and career opportunity aspirations.\nNursing school is tough, but so fun and rewarding.  So is being a nurse!
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Try visiting  www.discovernursing.com - you'll find tons of information there on nursing.\n\nDespite prior statements,  you do not need a BS to be an RN.   There are two-year RN programs and RN bridge programs for persons  who have an LPN/LVN.   The push MAY be for RNs to have a bachelor's degree,  but the  reality is that there is such a shortage of nurses  willing to work  in NURSING (yes, nurses work in  fields outside of active nursing),  that states/countries are creating  avenues to bring  in more  nurses quickly.\n\nWhat you can do with a nursing certificate/degree will depend upon the state/country you live in.  Generically, you could go back and do a 1 year nursing certificate program and become an LPN/LVN.  Or, you could pick up the sciences and other pre-reqs you need and complete a 2nd associates--the outcome could be an LPN/LVN or an RN depending upon the school/program you enter into.  Or, you could transfer to a university and pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing.
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Unless you are already a nurse, either an LPN or associate degreed RN - I believe you are out of luck as far as finding a reputable school who will allow you to complete your degree online.\n\nThere are online degrees for LPN's seeking an Associate Degree or a BSN/RN degree.  Also there are RN (Associate Degree) to BSN programs available online.  If you have no nursing degree whatsoever, I know of no program such as you describe.\n\nNOTE: PLEASE read carefully the details on these online programs.  The one listed below is for a Bachelor of Science in Business...it is not an actual Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
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I am in the same boat. I  did know of a school but can't remeber the name, but you pretty much had to be a LPN to go into nursing, and it also depends on the state you live in due to licencses policy. However, I suggest you take all prerequisites  check you local community college for online, or distance learning courses first then do clinicals when you are able to make the time.Try typing in RN training online see what happens! Good Luck.
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Study, it never fails.  If you know the material, ou'll be ok.  If you do not know, why should you be a nurse