Natalie Said:

is it possible to get your licensed practical nursing degree online?

We Answered:

No, you cannot, because there are skills labs and clinical experiences, and you can't do that online. You might find a program that has portions of courses online, but no program will be 100% online. The only online nursing programs are the bridge programs for RNs to complete BSN or from BSN to MSN, and even those do have clinical requirements which need to be arranged.

Marilyn Said:

What are the pros and cons of earning a nursing degree online?

We Answered:

Pros:
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Earning your Nursing degree online allows you to attend classes at times that are most convenient for you, enabling you to advance your education and career while maintaining your other responsibilities. Other advantages include:

* Flexible Schedule - Learn at your pace and place
* No waiting to begin classes
* Convenience of studying and doing course work when you want to, 24/7
* Increased ability to interact with faculty and fellow students
* Avoid age related concerns adult learners in traditional programs cope with
* Online courses allow you to be more independent
* Wider choice of programs than may be available locally
* Wider choice of schools available than are available locally
* Wider school selection helps students match cost per credit hour to budget
* Ability to keep working and earning while you learn
* No traffic, commuting, parking, or child care concerns
* May be able to graduate sooner
* May cost less than traditional campus-based schools
* More accommodating for students with handicaps
* Virtual classmates often develop into network of real life friendships
* Proves to employers that you are self motivated, able to work independently, and computer savvy.

Cons
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If you want to succeed in online learning you need to be committed, motivated, and self-disciplined because you will be the one responsible for setting the pace of your learning experience and assignment completion. You will be responsible for signing into your online classroom and keeping up. You will be responsible for prioritizing your time so that you make time for your online classes. As with everything else of value in life, you get out of it what you put into it.

Tracy Said:

can i get a complete degree in nursing online?

We Answered:

Not completely online; you need to do science labs and clinicals in person. Some online programs arrange for you to do this at local universities; if they don't, they're almost certainly not accredited.