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How do you qualify to be a nurse?

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There are three options to become a registered nurse as follows.

diploma program (typically three years, not recommended for individuals who do not have an already existing degree)
associate degree (two years as a full-time student once the student starts the professional phase of the program)
bachelor's degree (BSN) (four years as a full-time student)

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