Why start with an Associate Degree in Nursing?

 

  • In many places the starting salary is the same as a nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
  • Gain nursing experience and RN salary while completing a BSN.
  • Nursing graduates from ADN program take the same licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) and consistently score higher.

     

    LEVEL LENGTH OF STUDY OVERALL KANSAS MEDIAN WAGE WORK OPPORTUNITIES
    Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 3-8 Weeks $7.00/hour Hospital, Long-term Health Care, Assisted Living
    Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) 9 Months $14.06/hour Hospital, Long-term Care, Home Health, Assisted Living
    Associate Degree of Nursing (RN) 18 Months $19.57/hour Hospital, Long-term Care, Clinics, Home Health Agency, Schools, Nurse Manager