No one specializes at the basic nursing level (any program leading to RN licensure teaches you about all the areas of nursing because in order to pass the RN licensing exam, you are tested on all areas - pediatrics, maternity, psych, etc.). It is by working on a certain unit as a nurse OR by going on for the master's that you specialize in one area. Students in the Accelerated Bachelor's Nursing program get the opportunity to experience various specialty areas including med-surg, obstetrics, acute care, etc. to test each one out.
The Accelerated Master's Nursing programs are for those who already know exactly which Nurse Practitioner program or master's program they want. Keep in mind that there are also master's in nursing programs that do not lead to Nurse Practitioner certification. For example, we also offer master's degree in Nursing Education and a Clinical Nurse Leader concentration. Or you may prefer to get some practical experience in the work world before doing the master's program.
Many graduates choose to work as an RN at the University of Rochester Medical Center. These graduates can then complete using tuition benefits while working full time and earning the regular salary - another reason many choose the Accelerated Bachelor's Program.