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March 13, 2005
by Edward Castro
ed.castro@healthcare-programs.com
Healthcare Programs Columnist
As the numbers of patients seeking treatment overwhelm physicians, medical facilities are increasingly relying upon nurses to fill the void. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, all nurses currently practicing advanced work requiring a master's degree should hold a doctorate of nursing practice by 2015.
Luckily the educational options for nurses seeking advanced training have grown as responsibilities have increased. How can a working nurse increase knowledge without sacrificing a current career? Whether you're exploring a specific degree, such as a forensic nursing degree, or an advanced degree such as a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, an online nursing school or online nursing program is a good option.
University of
Phoenix Online allows students to earn their degrees and
advance their careers - all online.
Online Nursing School: Where the Boys and Girls Are
In 1980, only 40 percent of all nurses received their basic education through programs other than on-the-job training courses in hospitals. By 2000, one in 10 registered nurses had had either a master's degree or doctorate in nursing. As the technology behind online nursing programs improves, more working nurses will rely on online nursing schools to help them get advanced degrees and specialized degrees such as a forensic nursing degree.
More Education Equals More Opportunity
A forensic nurse possesses a wide variety of skills from trauma treatment to investigative technique. For anyone seeking a forensic nursing degree, an online nursing program is a great option. For a registered nurse, a forensic nursing course can also increase career potential. Forensic nursing courses and forensic nursing degree programs are cutting-edge nursing specialties that are among the most popular online nursing programs available today. Professional nurses with a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) acronym after their names are increasingly becoming an essential member of hospital nursing staff.
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About the Author
Edward Castro has an extensive experience as a creative media writer. His client portfolio has included such notables as Hewlett-Packard, Sony Computer Entertainment, Shockwave, AtomFilms, GameBlast and Mervyn’s California. In his current position, Ed is developing the marketing strategy of an Internet start-up company specializing in Japanese trade goods.
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