Six Ways the Common Core is Good For Students. As the Common Core debate heats up, weâve heard a lot from policy makers, politicians, and even TV talk show hosts about the challenges posed by the new standards and whether theyâll help or hurt education.
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Jan 21, '11. In order to be a nurse practitioner, first you must go to nursing school to become a registered nurse. A bachelor's degree in nursing is required for you to go to graduate school where you learn how to be a nurse practitioner (NP). Some schools do offer bridge programs where you can have an associates degree in nursing and bridge to a master's degree in nursing.