 NewsUSA) – The United States doesn’t have enough nurses, and the nursing shortage will only get worse. Due to new health care legislation, an estimated 32 million Americans will enter the health care system by 2014 — according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the national nursing shortage will increase 29 percent by 2020.
Many Americans want to earn their bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) but are turned away. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, schools turned down more than 54,000 qualified applications to professional nursing programs in 2009. The reason? Program capacity is too low due to a lack of nurse educators. But some nurses are advancing their training through self-paced, online education programs like those offered through The College Network and its partner institutions. Online programs provide nurses with the ability to earn a valuable BSN while continuing to work full time in their current nursing job, gaining valuable hands-on experience while also providing for their families. Advantages of online BSN programs include: 1. Self-paced education. Those with significant work experience might be out of practice when it comes to studying in a traditional school environment. Companies like The College Network ease the transition by allowing adult learners to take their time or move more rapidly through their courses than would be possible in a classroom setting. 2. Ability to work and study simultaneously. Students can take courses and study on their own timeline. Without needing to take off work, drive to campus and sit in a classroom each week, students can earn their degree while working full time and keeping family commitments. 3. No waiting lists. A nurse who wants to earn a degree at a traditional college is often placed on a waiting list until a spot becomes available. In the two to three years it can take to get to the top of a waiting list to start a program, that student could have completed the entire program from an online education provider. To learn more about The College Network’s programs for nurses, visit www.collegenetwork.com/nursingPR. |
Online Education Puts Nurses on the Right Track
Nurses Find Three Advantages in Online Education
The United States doesn’t have enough nurses, and the nursing shortage will only get worse. Due to new health care legislation, an estimated 32 million Americans will enter the health care system by 2014 – according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the national nursing shortage will increase 29 percent by 2020.
Many Americans want to earn their bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) but are turned away. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, schools turned down more than 54,000 qualified applications to professional nursing programs in 2009. The reason? Program capacity is too low due to a lack of nurse educators.
A Fragile Economy Can Mean New Career Opportunities
 NewsUSA) – Thinking of a career change? Job opportunities are shifting, and now may be a good time to consider a change. But a new career may mean continuing your education.
Consider improving your skill set and future career opportunity by getting a bachelor’s or master’s degree in your chosen field. Working adults can earn degrees at accredited, high-quality universities online — a great way to balance your work and family life while learning a new skill. If making the career leap, consider the transition to a job in a high-growth sector. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, growth is expected to be strong for post-secondary teachers through 2016 as well as computer and engineering jobs, and jobs in management. There is expected growth in the transportation and warehouse industry and for aircraft equipment mechanics and service technicians. Homeland security also continues to be a growth sector for new jobs. According to a report from the Homeland Security Research Corporation for 2007-2011, the U.S. Homeland Security market will grow from about $24 billion in 2006 to $35 billion by 2011. All of these industries require skilled and experienced workers. The first step in obtaining those skills is to get a degree in your chosen field. American Public University (www.studyatapu.com), for example, has accredited online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in Education, Information Technology, Transportation and Logistics as well as a well-respected program in Homeland Security. APU’s tuition is a fraction of what most “brick and mortar” schools offer, with undergraduate tuition at $750 per course and graduate tuition at $825 per course. APU has not raised its undergraduate tuition in eight years, so students can be assured tuition won’t drastically increase during their tenure. An undergraduate book grant also helps students get books at no cost — one more way to save money and still get a great education. Do some research on accredited, affordable and respected online universities. Earning a degree can be your next step to a brighter future. |
