The degrees you have to have to become a RN

To become an RN  you have to have certain degrees. There are many degrees that you have to have and can get. The higher the degree the more marketable you will be. However, there are Associate of Science degrees as an RN (2 years) is offered by community colleges, with a ladder program to a Bachelors Degree in nursing is you wish to choose to do so at a later date. There may still be some hospital schools of nursing that may offer a diploma program in nursing. Stay with the degree concept whether it be the Associates or Bachelors degree. There are also college degrees for becoming a RN. There are three options to become a registered nurse as follows.

• diploma program (typically three years, not recommended for individuals who do not have an already existing degree)

• associate degree (two years as a full-time student once the student starts the professional phase of the program)

• bachelor's degree (BSN) (four years as a full-time student)