Educational advancement: what do associate degree students think? 1

The advancement of nursing education is a topic receiving much publicity and attention. Although associate degree (ADN) educators understand the need for advancement in nursing education and promote completion of advanced nursing degrees, there was a lack of information regarding barriers to ADN graduates seeking advanced degrees in nursing. The deans and directors of community colleges in Illinois surveyed current nursing students regarding barriers to further education. The results of the survey will be discussed.