<p>Many schools now have the direct entry program after high school, In fact a couple of the school websites state that they are not accepting any applicants to the Masters program since all the spots will be filled by the students already doing the program.
Not all schools require 2000 hours, in fact most require far less. The NEU program is geared towards people who have worked full time in healthcare related jobs, not students fresh out of college, though I’m sure some would qualify. DD got the experience she needs at her co-op job at Children’s Hospital.
Still working on finding programs that do not require Organic Chemistry AND Biochemistry since DD will only be able to finish one in the fall. Have found a few but not many.</p>