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University or College?

I'm often pressured by my parents to attend a university and I don't really disagree with the idea, but a college nearby offers a nursing program that I think is more suitable for me than the one at the university. The courses at the university are more textbook based courses while the college programs gives more hands on experience. Which one would be better? #college #nursing #nurse #university

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Ken’s Answer

Hi Vivian!


Congratulations on being interested in Nursing, which is a very important career.


An economical and effective way to complete a nursing program would to be to go to a Community College, such as Vancouver Community College, for example.


http://www.vcc.ca/programscourses/program-areas/program-highlights/nursing/


This looks like a great example of a good way to start. If you felt that needed further education, you could get it later.


The programs that are described at Vancouver Community look like an excellent start on your career path.


Send thank you notes to those who help you. Please keep me posted. I would like to follow your progress!!
Thank you comment icon Thank you for the advice! Just in your opinion, which college seems to be better? BCIT or VCC? Vivian
Thank you comment icon Each school has its own personality, as do you. The best way to find out which is best for you is to look at a few things: the distance from where you live, the cost of the school program that interests you, and the information that you can get by contacting the head of alumni relations at each school to make arrangements to meet and talk to graduates of both school to see what they are doing, how they got there, and what they have to say about their school - and then see how you feel about all of the information you gather. Ken Simmons
Thank you comment icon Looking for the right school and looking for the right career is like buying a pair of shoes. You need to not only see them but "try them on" so that you get information and feel of the fit for you. Only you can be the best judge of which of the two schools is best for you. Please keep me informed. I would like to follow your progress Ken Simmons
Thank you comment icon This might also help. You can conact members of the organization and see what they have to say about the schools: https://www.cna-aiic.ca/en/becoming-an-rn Ken Simmons
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Francisco’s Answer

There is nothing wrong with going to a community college. You can always change your mind or you could go to a college, get an associates degree. If you wish, you can continue your nursing career at any university. Personally, I went to a community college, got my associates degree and then transferred out to a university. I would say it was the best decision of my life because I go tot save money, make my resume more impressive, and made great professional relationships.
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Deidre’s Answer

The good thing about this decision is that you can always change your mind. :) So firstly, don't allow yourself to succumb to pressure in this case; there is no wrong answer. There is only what is right for you.

For nursing specifically, I'd look at where I want to go based on what kind of nurse I'm looking to be, and what my situation will work best with.

For example:

- You can become a CNA, LVN/LPN, RN, BSN, or even APRN. These each require a different level of education, with BSN and APRN requiring 4-year university degrees or higher.
- What does your situation allow? Are you in a position where you have the time and money to attend a university full-time, and are you aiming for a nursing degree that requires that level of education? If so, then I might consider university. Otherwise, I think a community college with a good nursing program is more up your alley.

Also, nursing is one of those careers where you can begin at a smaller level and work your way through to a higher level. So if you want to start working sooner rather than later, perhaps go to community college and get your CNA/LVN license and then continue your education as you work to a higher step. Most all of the nurses I know (and know over 10) have taken this approach to achieving their license. I don't think I know a nurse that went to university first and came out with their highest license without working their way up. (I am assuming that this method is popular because you have to do resident hours in order to get your license, so you might as well get paid for it.) :)

I hope this helps!
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