A potential nursing student is evaluating a local hospital-based diploma program.The student favors this program because several relatives are alumni.In helping the student critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of this program, what information does the high school guidance counselor offer? (Select all that apply.)
A) Courses typically do not carry any college credit for transfer.
B) Diploma programs are not accredited by any national organization.
C) Short program duration leads to career entry sooner than other programs.
D) Students typically have strong clinical skills upon graduation.
E) Tuition in these programs is often the least expensive.

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Diploma programs usually graduate nurses with strong clinical skills, but courses usually do not carry any college credit.Diploma programs are accredited and graduates are eligible for the NCLEX-RN examination.These programs are typically 2 to 3 years long.Tuition in community colleges is usually the cheapest option.

A Potential Nursing Student Is Evaluating a Local Hospital-Based Diploma