At the beginning of my second term of EMT-Basic class, my instructor proudly declared that we were now “Advanced Basic EMT students.” With only a few weeks left until I certify as an EMT, I am now more aware than ever of how important it is to foster a beginner’s mindset of openness. We must be able to put aside our old knowledge (“Unlearn what you have learned” as Yoda would say), because learning is a never-ending process.

One valuable aspect of health care occupations is a clearly established career path. Those with MSN degrees find a wide-open job landscape with careers available in a number of different specialties and industries. With an MSN degree professional nurses can get a jump on the competition and gain the skills they need to progress to a more satisfying and more rewarding career.

For underpaid and overworked LPNs, an RN degree opens the window to more attractive salaries, interesting nursing specialties, and professional growth opportunities. With the rising vogue of online education, LPNs have more options than ever before when it comes to choosing the best degree program. Here are the top ten benefits of online LPN-to-RN programs.