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Andsco   89

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Hello! 

I would like to become a RN in WA state but I cannot afford to stop working and be a full time student. Anyone in WA state could tell me the process to become a RN? Also, does anyone know an online accredited school that allows for online certification? 

Thank you!

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1 hour ago, Andsco said:

Hello! 

I would like to become a RN in WA state but I cannot afford to stop working and be a full time student. Anyone in WA state could tell me the process to become a RN? Also, does anyone know an online accredited school that allows for online certification? 

Thank you!

Hi there!

 

I'm an RN here in WA.  If you go to the department of health's website, you can find information on nursing education in Washington.

 

I can't imagine there would be any all-online options.  A huge component of nursing education is the clinicals, which take place in hospital settings for the most part.  Some post-graduate nursing programs are online.

 

Shoreline Community College now has a 10 quarter option (vs traditional 6 quarter), tailored to people who need to work.

 

One thing you should plan to do if you're serious about nursing school is to get all of your prerequisites out of the way asap.  Admissions are very competitive.

 

It's a great profession and good work.  It is very difficult, hard work.  I still love it after 21 years!

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8 hours ago, Andsco said:

Hello! 

I would like to become a RN in WA state but I cannot afford to stop working and be a full time student. Anyone in WA state could tell me the process to become a RN? Also, does anyone know an online accredited school that allows for online certification? 

Thank you!

USA based students only need a 2 year degree to become a RN and sit for NCLEX.  Community colleges are cheapest but most competitive to get into.  I don't know of any online schools.

 
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