She had recently returned to school, enrolling at L.A. City College in the prerequisite courses she’ll need to get accepted into a nursing school, when she was selected for BOOST.

ABSN programs require full-time effort and can be intense. However, they offer a way to move into a nursing role without starting over completely.

CNOs should make expanding access to nursing education a strategic priority to improve healthcare across the country, says this CNE.

There are many ways to get started with nursing. The best option for you will depend on your background and also your needs.

Ozarks Technical Community College's expansion of the nursing program is part of the Alliance for Healthcare Education.