<p>Hey guys I just wanted to know is it possible or very difficult to double major in Nursing and Biology. I'm having a hard time choosing between a PA or NP, and even if I don't do one, I still want to double major in these subjects.</p>
<p>I think double majoring in Nursing + anything would be a pain in the arse. Nursing is a tough major, requiring all of your focus. Adding in more classes on top of that would probably be impossible.</p>
<p>I’d urge you to major in just one of those options, so I personally would think a little more/harder about it.</p>
<p>The first part of a BSN is the prerequisite classes like biology, chemistry, anatomy,math, and general ed requirements for a college degree. The last two years are clinical- specific subjects like pediatric nursing, psychiatry, general medicine and they include rotations in the hospital and also preparation for nursing boards. During this time, I think it would not be possible to also take the upper level classes required for any other major.</p>
<p>There are some programs that offer a BSN after getting a BS degree- Someone could major in biology and then enroll in these programs, but it would take longer.</p>
<p>Note that a BSN is a regular college degree and people have gone on to get a masters/doctorate in nursing, medical school and other graduate programs after getting their BSN. I don’t know about BSN to PA school. Personally, if I had a BSN, I would choose to go on and get a masters -NP- rather than PA since it would include continued training in the field I was already in, and with a BSN I would have already had clinical experience.</p>
<p>Thank you for your for giving me an honest answer and not being rude. So it would be better to just major in biology and then go to PA school.</p>
<p>You could do that, or get a BSN and then a masters in nursing to be an NP…I am not sure of the state laws, but it is possible that their jobs would be different. You could look into this further and decide what you want to do- either one is a good career.</p>