Popularity of Online Nursing Degrees on the Rise
Learn why today is a great time to get your online nursing degree.
Online Nursing Degrees and the Demand for Qualified Nurses
Because of the shortage of qualified registered nurses (RNs), nursing has been one of the most in demand jobs for the last 10 years and that demand isn’t declining. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the field to grow much faster than average.
The nursing shortage means that many people earning their nursing degrees can write their own ticket to success. However, nursing schools are increasingly unable to accommodate the influx of new students because they don't have enough space or qualified teachers. To make up for this challenge, schools are developing high-quality online nursing degree programs.
Benefits of Online Nursing Degree Learning
An online nursing degree education is just as good as one obtained in a traditional classroom setting, and there are many benefits associated with it as well. For example,
- Eliminate the ride to school and avoid traffic headaches and the time-constraints of travel
- Create your own study schedule
- Skip material you already know
- Get a four-year degree in two years
- Save money because online learning can be less expensive; typically, out-of-state tuition is not charged
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2009 national salary survey, registered nurses can earn approximately $15,000 more per year than licensed practical nurses (LPN). If you are an LPN with 15 years until retirement, this translates to an additional $225,000 if you simply invest 12 months to complete an online LPN to RN program.
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Online nursing degree and programs are more popular than ever before. Navigate through the Online Nursing Education Resource Center to learn about the field of nursing first-hand from nurses. Find out if nursing is right for you.
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