Accelerated Nursing Programs in New Mexico
The fast track bachelor of science in nursing will get you in and out of school in a year if you are willing to work hard. Going back to get another degree probably was not what you thought you would ever have to do, but having an unrelated bachelor degree can give you many advantages in the nurse training program in New Mexico right now.
With the current statistics listed with the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, registered nurse jobs in New Mexico and other states across the country will continue to offer opportunities in the years to come. So if you are persistent enough to get into this highly competitive program, even if you have to go to another state to get in, please read on.
The two locations in New Mexico that are currently offering the fast track school program are: New Mexico State University BSN and University of New Mexico BSN.
New Mexico State’s accelerated nursing training program is called the “Roadrunner.” It is closed for the 2011-2012 school year. The website states that more info will be posted on this in January 2012. Call 575-646-7311 with questions.
The BSN second degree option at New Mexico University gives preference to New Mexico residents. The website states there is no waiting list but it is very competitive. It is a 16 month program. What is nice about this school is that they will allow transfer of previous courses that you took up to 10 years ago. Many schools will only allow transfer for courses that were taken in the last 5 years. The completed application deadlines are February 15 and September 15.
Because there are only two schools currently listed as offering the 2nd degree option, consider applying at multiple programs in other states if you seem to have a problem getting into the program in one of the two listed above. This website has a listing of schools and additional details by state.
You must have your prerequisite classes completed or in the process of completion to enter the accelerated nursing program. Each school has different requirements, but you can be sure the program moves at a very fast pace and is very intense. It is not recommended that you try to work while you are taking the program. One college even mentioned that the entire family must be willing to cooperate with your need to focus on the coursework in order for you to successfully complete it.
