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    Distance Learning Master Programs in Registered Nursing

    What is Registered Nursing?
    Registered nursing involves taking care of patients and promoting their health. Nurses work in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings. They may also work in public health settings such as schools and community centers. Registered nurses must be licensed in order to practice nursing.

    What can I do with a degree in Registered Nursing?
    There are many different career paths that a registered nurse can take. Some registered nurses may choose to work in a hospital setting, while others may prefer to work in a clinic or private practice. Registered nurses can also specialize in a particular area of nursing, such as pediatric nursing or geriatric nursing. Some registered nurses choose to teach nursing at a college or university.

    Why study Registered Nursing?
    Registered nursing is a vital profession within the healthcare industry; promoting the health and well-being of patients. Nurses are often the first point of contact for patients when they enter the healthcare system and play an important role in providing quality patient care. Furthermore, registered nurses can specialize in a particular area of nursing, which allows them to provide more specific and targeted care to patients.

    Types of Registered Nursing degrees
    Registered nurses typically have an associate degree or diploma in nursing, although some nurses may have a bachelor's degree in nursing. Nurses must also pass a national licensing exam in order to become registered nurses. In some states, nurses may also be required to complete a period of supervised clinical experience before they can be licensed.

    What will I study during my Registered Nursing degree?
    During a registered nursing degree, students will take coursework in anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and chemistry. Additionally, students will take courses on nursing theory and practice. Students may have the opportunity to complete clinical rotations in different healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and home care settings, to gain hands-on experience in the field of nursing.

    Master-level studies involve specialized study in a field of research or an area of professional practice. Earning a master’s degree demonstrates a higher level of mastery of the subject.
    Earning a master’s degree can take anywhere from a year to three or four years. Before you can graduate, you usually must write and defend a thesis, a long paper that is the culmination of your specialized research.

    Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.