Stonewall High (was RE: Question for British list members (school years))

[kempermentor]

> Kemper earlier:
> I think the best paying job for the least amount of school (and
> therefore money)is an Associates of Science Degree in Nursing.  

> Potioncat:
> Are you sure of that? Perhaps if you're comparing professions that 
> require an AD. I haven't actually made that comparison.
> 
> I know a number of trades that provide education and on-the-job 
> experience with a salary and benefits during training. We were 
> encouraging my son to go for Master Electrician. He'd be making more 
> than I do in 3 years. (I have a BS in nursing, and quite a few years 
> experience.)

Kemper now:
Here are comparative links from the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics:
Electrician:
http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes472111.htm
Registered Nurse:
http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291111.htm

The mean hourly for Electrician is $23.12
The mean hourly for RN is $30.04

The middle 50% of the median of Electricians earn between 
$16.50 - $28.77
The middle 50% of the median of RNs earn between
$23.95 - $35.18 

The job opportunities for an Electrician are projected to be average.
The job opportunites for an RN are projected to be excellent.


> Potioncat:
> An AD in nursing does cost less than the BS, but it does limit 
> advancement. On the other hand, it's not too difficult to get the BS 
> afterwards. But you are right. Standard hospital nursing is a hard 
> profession.

Kemper now:
That part seems easier than the schooling... especially the current
pre-reqs and the first year of a two year program.
I hear this from many a nursing student: c=rn

Kemper, helping potioncat pick up the antiquated metal tray and pills
and counting them to make sure they are, well, accounted