What to do w/ all these pre-reqs?!

Okay, I was planning everything out and my schooling and I discovered that just to get an associates will take FOUR YEARS!!! Thats right: four years for a two year degree because of all the pre-reqs that I need to do! Is this normal? How long did it take you to get your ADN? I cannot believe this is accurate. Please help me understand what my options are. Is there a separate degree I can get with all the pre-reqs? Is it normal to take 4 years to get an RN? How long did it take you?

Please help me understand what is going on here. Any help is greatly appreciated!
I think it all depends on the specific school. In our area we have 2 separate ADN programs. One is a CC with pre req of A & PI and II, and micro. At the University they require eng101, chem, math, bio, A&PI and II, just to start the program. And that's before you have to deal with the waiting list/qualifications/grades to even apply. I opted to go LPN at a tech school. The waiting list was non existent, the nclex pass ratio was very high, and around here the bridge programs are available and a small wait list. Basically I can finish my RN in about 12 months including the pre req's at the CC.Basically I'm using the LPN as a stepping stone...not sure what all is available in your region, but 4 years for an ADN sounds ridiculous.
I also went to LPN school first which cut down on my pre-reqs and took an extra one each semester while in LPN school so I would be ready to head for my RN when I was done. Exactly what pre-reqs are you required to take? If you go full time for an ADN the pre-reqs shouldn't take more than 1 year especially if you are willing to take summer classes. Good luck.
Echo56 - THANK YOU! It is ridiculous! Oh my word. Jules A - The classes I have to take as pre-reqs (should I choose to stay at my current school) are: LPN Program: 4 Anatomy with Lab….. BIOL (2320, 2325)4 Physiology with Lab….. BIOL (2420, 2425)4 Microbiology with Lab….BIOL (2060, 2065)3 English….ENGL (1010)3 Nutrition…..HFST1020 3 Psychology….. PSY1010 6 AHNA 1000 Nursing Assistant RN Program: 5 Chemistry with Lab 4 Math 1030, 1040, or 10503 Introductory Pathophysiology 3 Humanities3 American InstitutionsOh... I guess without the general education credits, it isn't quite 2 years...but with the general eds, It will take 4 years to get my RN still! Should I just not do this program and try looking for something else?Thanks for the help so far by the way!
I started doing my pre reqs in Fall 07. Currently, I am in my third semester for the ADN program.....one more after third. So, for me....it will be exactly four yrs when I graduate. If you want to be a nurse, stick with it! Once your in nursing school, it will go by quick! Don't give up your dream of being a nurse if that's what you really want to do. Good Luck!
This is typical for nursing programs. You can use the majority of the courses to get a degree in something else, such as general studies, if you want.
Okay then...as long as this is normal I guess I'm gonna have to do them It will be worth it though. Thank you everyone for your input! Really! I appreciate it.
Quote from Wanna_BA_NurseEcho56 - THANK YOU! It is ridiculous! Oh my word. Jules A - The classes I have to take as pre-reqs (should I choose to stay at my current school) are: LPN Program: 4 Anatomy with Lab….. BIOL (2320, 2325)4 Physiology with Lab….. BIOL (2420, 2425)4 Microbiology with Lab….BIOL (2060, 2065)3 English….ENGL (1010)3 Nutrition…..HFST1020 3 Psychology….. PSY1010 6 AHNA 1000 Nursing Assistant RN Program: 5 Chemistry with Lab 4 Math 1030, 1040, or 10503 Introductory Pathophysiology 3 Humanities3 American InstitutionsOh... I guess without the general education credits, it isn't quite 2 years...but with the general eds, It will take 4 years to get my RN still! Should I just not do this program and try looking for something else?Thanks for the help so far by the way!
Quote from Wanna_BA_NurseOkay then...as long as this is normal I guess I'm gonna have to do them It will be worth it though. Thank you everyone for your input! Really! I appreciate it.
Referring to ADN degrees as "two year degrees" is largely a misnomer. Most (not all) ADN programs consist of two years, full-time, of nursing courses, but that doesn't include the prereqs. Most people end up taking 3-4 years to complete an ADN degree.
sounds pretty normal to me. the ADN program I was looking at was 2 years to get your pre reqs and then 2 years for nursing courses.I've decided to pursue my BSN instead which is the same amount of time..2yrs for gen ed and 2yrs for nursing courses.
Thanks everyone! I'll be okay with the four years, but I'll keep searching for something that may knock off a semester or two. Still, thanks for the input everyone! Really.
Quote from Wanna_BA_NurseThanks everyone! I'll be okay with the four years, but I'll keep searching for something that may knock off a semester or two. Still, thanks for the input everyone! Really.