I am upset by how difficult it is to become an RN in Va.   It seems that they want to hold back qualified people who would like to become an RN from accomplishing that.  I have been a paramedic for many years and would like to become an RN.  Paramedics are very qualified to be an RN and in many instances are more qualified than anyone else due to the fact of what advanced skills and training we do have.  Something needs to be done so that we have the same opportunities as anyone else.