Hello, new to site & posting....need help and advice on distance learning

[HuffmanLPN]

Hello, new to site & posting....need help and advice on distance learning

Hello, I am new to the site and to posting however I have a LOT of questions on distance learning. I have been searching various distance learning options and have come to a roadblock on the best way to go. I have read several of the messages regarding this subject and am confused on the route to pursue. My question of concern is what is the difference between going through a publishing company like Chancellors or going directly through Excelsiors? What is the advantages and disadvantages? How is it possible to get only the study guides you need and could use from the publishing company without the financial commitment? Hope someone can help with these answers? I would love to chat in more detail with someone who has been through it and has good advice to pass on.

DEPERATE FOR ANSWERS :/

[akcarmean, LPN]

Cant help a lot Sorrybut I am going through AIU online to get my BSN, then maybe my masters. BUT I need to find out what online school will help me get my RN and then do my clinical skills where I live.

Angie

[NRSKarenRN, BSN, RN]

Check out:

Distance Learning / Independent Study forum for great advice.

[LVNette]

Hello, new to site & posting....need help and advice on distance learning

Hello, I am new to the site and to posting however I have a LOT of questions on distance learning. I have been searching various distance learning options and have come to a roadblock on the best way to go. I have read several of the messages regarding this subject and am confused on the route to pursue. My question of concern is what is the difference between going through a publishing company like Chancellors or going directly through Excelsiors? What is the advantages and disadvantages? How is it possible to get only the study guides you need and could use from the publishing company without the financial commitment? Hope someone can help with these answers? I would love to chat in more detail with someone who has been through it and has good advice to pass on.

DEPERATE FOR ANSWERS :/

I am currently enrolled at Excelsiors for my RN. Excelsior states on their catalog that they have nothing to do with those publishing companies and potential customers should educate themselves on what they offer. As far as I know, Excelsior also has study guides available. I am using one of those publishing companies and have not had any problems as of yet. Which ever way you decide, you will find out it isn't cheap. Be smart and read the small print.

Good luck