What degree do you need to become an RN?

The higher the degree the more marketable you will be. However, there are Associate of Science degrees as an RN (2 years) offered by community colleges, with a ladder program to a Bachelors Degree in nursing (BSN) should you choose to do so at a later date. There may still be some hospital schools of nursing that may offer a diploma program in nursing, but I would not entertain that thought if I were you. Stay with the degree concept whether it be the Associates or Bachelors degree.

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