What is the quickest way to get a degree in Nursing?

I am interested in becoming an R.N. and I have heard it is possible to do in as little as 2 years. I would be starting from scratch (just high school diploma) Is 2 years possible?

There are 3 ways in becoming a nurse (RN). Diploma program, associate's degree, and bachelor's degree. You can also become an LPN. The diploma program and associate degree program take 2 years to complete. However, most AD (associate's degree) programs require sciences to be completed or will put you on a wait list. The AD program is usually offered by a community college or local college. The diploma program is easier to get into (no wait list, no sciences prior to admission) and is offered by a hospital or adult community classes. The LPN is usually offered through adult classes and will only take 1 year. The advantage of becoming an LPN is that you will become a nurse in one year and can transfer to a college to then become an RN for only an additional year. (You can work as an LPN as you study to become an RN). So, yes it is possible for you to become an RN in 2 years. If you are a senior now, look at all of the programs near you NOW. You need to apply because the spots to fill up quickly. I hope this was helpful in your quest to becoming an RN. If you can, brush up on your sciences.

You should contact a school that has a 2 year program and see what prereq's you need. And theres usualy a waiting list. I did mine in 5 semesters, and 2 summers. But because I had to wait for the program to start, It took 4 years.

Look into community colleges in your area, one where I live has a 2 year nursing degree.

I did mine in 2 years. I became an LVN then took a transition course online. If you have pre-reqs though it may take longer. Check your local Junior/community colleges.

there are a lot of accelerated programs out there but most of these fast track programs are for those who have already earned an undergraduate degree. if you only have a high school diploma.. you will need to take GE (general education) classes. nursing is a demanding field, you can't just get by it in 2 years without having taken important college chemistry, math and english classes, etc. you will be responsible for people's lives, don't rush through your education. good luck!

In answer to the opening question,there is no quickest way some states require 3,000 hours as a cna before enrolling.

My mom is a nurse and she took nursing as a two year program at the community college and got an associate's degree and then took the test to become an R.N. and passed so she's a registered nurse.