Accelerated Nursing Programs
Accelerated nursing programs are gaining popularity as a solution to the nursing shortage, offering a 12-month training program for students with a previous bachelor's degree. The program aims to help students enter the workforce sooner.
Key Points
- Programs cut training time to help address nursing shortage
- Students must have a previous bachelor's degree
- States in need of nurses include Washington, Oregon, California, Michigan, and Georgia
- Students still need to pass a national exam to become a nurse
Pros
- Shortens the training time from up to four years to just one year
- Appeals to students with a bachelor's degree in another field
- Addresses the projected shortage of over 78,000 registered nurses next year
Cons
- Some doubt whether students can be adequately prepared in just one year