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How long did education take for a psychiatric nurse?

How many years did you do before getting a job?

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To become a psychiatric nurse, one must first earn a general nursing degree. This can be either an associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor’s of science in nursing (BSN), although a BSN offers more employment opportunities and is preferred by employers. Once nursing school is complete, nurses can go directly into psychiatry. The duration of the program varies depending on the type of degree pursued. An associate's degree typically takes two years, while a bachelor's degree takes four years of full-time study. After completing the degree, aspiring psychiatric nurses can find entry-level work in the field or can complete a residency program to gain more skills. Licensure as a registered nurse is required for psychiatric nurses, but certification is optional.

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