Best ABSN Programs: What to Look For
ABSN-specific criteria: length, intensity, prereq policies, clinical hours.
ABSN selection criteria differ slightly from traditional BSN.
Length
12-16 months typical. Longer ABSN (18+ months) easier; shorter brutal.
Cohort start dates
Some yearly, some multiple per year. Affects how long you wait.
Prereq policies
Some accept community college prereqs liberally; some restrictive. Check which schools your prereqs satisfy.
Clinical hours
Comparable to traditional BSN. Front-loaded due to compressed timeline.
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