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I want to become a nurse practitioner, what road do I take to becoming one? Will I have to attend a 4 year college?Is it better to?

I need more guidance and I want to be informed about majoring in nursing or in the medical field as a whole.

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Ann’s Answer

You’ll have to get your BSN-so at least 4 years for that (could be longer depending on how you go about it) followed by a minimum of a Masters in nursing-so another two years. The push is to get your DNP (doctorate in nursing practice). I’ve been an NP for many years. I’d recommend getting your BSN, work in a hospital for a few years to get some experience. Then go back for your MSN or DNP. It’s a long road but worth it. I really think getting experience before getting your NP is invaluable.
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Belinda’s Answer

Hi Myah,

I'd highly encourage you to explore various nursing practitioner specialties such as Family, Adult, Pediatrics, Midwife, Anesthetist, Doula, Psychiatric, and others. It's also a great idea to shadow other health professionals like doctors, radiologists, chiropractors, physical therapists, and speech therapists. This will give you a broader understanding of different roles and responsibilities in the healthcare field, and help you gauge the amount of schooling required for each. It's a great way to make an informed decision about your future career path.

Most hospitals provide student job-shadowing programs. Your student advisor or guidance counselor should be able to guide you in connecting with the right person in a hospital that's convenient for you. If you're certain about becoming a Nurse Practitioner, it could take between 5-8 years to reach that goal or to earn a Doctorate of Nurse Practitioner. A doctorate is the highest academic credential you can achieve in any field.

As you navigate your educational and career path, I strongly suggest finding a mentor in your chosen field. A positive, successful mentor can provide invaluable advice, help you overcome obstacles, and guide you toward success in your profession. Best of luck on your journey!
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Nailya’s Answer

Hi Myah,

You will need to become a registered nurse before you become a nurse practitioner. After you become a nurse, I suggest for you to work as nurse for few years. This will help you to decide what kind of nurse practitioner you want to become- pediatric, family, acute care, etc. Additionally, your nursing work experience will assist you with turning out to be more attractive to employers. At the point when teams hire, the inclination is as often as possible given to applicants with either dependable nursing or high level (nurse practitioner) practice insight.
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