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Is there room for advancement in nursing?


say I would start as practical nurse...is there room for me to further my education and get raises?

There are many ways you can get started in a career in the health care field. Many professionals start out as Caregivers, Home Health Care Providers, or Nursing Assistants. With additional training, schooling, and experience, you could also become qualified for the following careers:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Certified Medication Aide
Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Assistant
Lab Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Operating Room Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Registered Nurse (RN)

You can go as far as you want to with your education. The more education and credentials you acquire the more pay you are likely to receive. Frequently nurses study all the way through their Nurse Practicioner license and then opt to continue with medical school to become MDs.

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