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Weimar's Nursing Program Analysis

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Weimar’s nursing program has just begun this year, nonetheless it already has many strengths and superb qualities. One of their unique perspectives on nursing is the natural approach that they teach. It is not just about the medicine and all things sterile, it’s also about herbs, hydrotherapy, and preventative medicine. Weimar’s aim is, “To heal a hurting world” and this is definitely incorporated into their nursing program. Southern’s nursing program has been up and running for several years now and they a large amount of clout with the neighboring hospitals, so it is fairly easy to find a job once you have graduated from there. About 90% of nursing students complete this program and procure a job. One of Southern’s unique aspects of their nursing program is that they only offer a BS nursing program, not an AS degree. This doesn’t mean that you can’t become an AS nurse, but that once you have become an AS nurse you can start working while continuing going to school, for one more year, as you obtain your BS degree. Both Weimar and Southern have practical, hands on labs, so you learn about the nursing experience before you step out on the field. Both nursing programs have a total of 77-79 class credits you need to acquire in order to graduate. One of the main differences between the two nursing programs is that Weimar is only approved, while Southern is accredited. To some this may be a big deal, then to others it doesn’t matter. The main difference between the two – approval and Accreditation- is if you want to get a job with the government (such as The Department of Defense and Veterans Administration) they won’t accept nursing students from unaccredited schools. However, if you don’t want to work for the government you don’t need to go to an accredited school, an approved school will

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