What classes would i take in college to become a Registered Nurse?

Question

I would to go to a 4 year university and get my BSN. What would i major in when i get to college and what classes would i take. Can you kind of describe the classes.

I want to be a Pediatric Oncology Nurse BTW

Answer 1

I am taking pre-nursing classes at my school. First you need to take all of the required classes. At each college, they are different, but these are guaranteed:



- Biology - This is a requirement to become a nurse. You need to take this class. Many medical positions require that you take more than one course.

- Pyschology - Definitely take this class if you're planning on moving to the medical field

- English 101 and English 102 - you need to make an A in these classes. To be a nurse, you need to know how to read/write well. Many medical positions require that you take more than one Eng. course.

- Math 101 (aka College Algebra) & possibly another math - You need to do fairly well in these classes. At LEAST make a C.

- Chemistry - At most places, this is optional. Check with your advisor first to check.

- History 101 (aka American History)- Many colleges require this class.



Overall, check with your advisor first, but I know the English, Math, and History classes are required by most colleges regardless of your degree. The Psychology and Bio classes are definitely required to get a nursing degree. As for the others, like I said, check with your advisor. Colleges vary so not all requirements are the same.

Answer 2

Eri is right. And you also need to be specifically admitted to the nursing program, not just the college in general. Places are limited and it's pretty competitive to get into a nursing program.

Answer 3

You need to major in nursing, so you must attend a school that offers a nursing degree - not all schools do.