To become a pediatrician, one must complete a medical degree followed by a residency program in pediatrics. This involves:
1. Earning a Bachelor’s degree (4 years). 2. Attending Medical School to obtain an MD or DO degree (4 years). 3. Completing a Pediatric Residency Program (3 years). 4. Optional Fellowships for sub-specialization (2-3 years).
Pediatric nurse practitioners, on the other hand, typically earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), become licensed as Registered Nurses (RNs), and then pursue a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Pediatric Nursing.
