How hard is it to get a RN nursing degree?

As a CNA will a hospital or nursing home pay for me to get a Associate degree in Nursing(RN)?

• Also here is some background on why I am even asking this question. I have a Associate degree in Political Science and Bachelor Degree in Journalism. However, no matter how many ...show more

• Answer:

  Yes, you can get hospitals to pay for your school. What you will need to do is determine the need for nurses in your area, ie check with the career center. My advice would be to check with your local community college, they are cheaper and have the same courses as universities. You will have to take A&P 1&2, before you can get into nursing classes. You may also speak with the hospital to pay for the CNA and save the WIA for the RN. Another option would be to check with different universities, some will give you a BSN in two years if you have a BA in any other field. So long story short, do a little research, ie hospitals, community colleges and universities. In most places the nursing shortage is so great, you can get a lot of financial assistance. Search for RN scholarships online. There are a TON of them.