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I have seen this topic before, but ALL the posts seem to be from people who finished the program before spring 2014.

Can anyone speak to the rumor that you CANNOT finish in 6mos (the RN to BSN)?

I have 30units to complete-I'm not asking if I am able to complete it timewise so much as i'm asking if they put roadblocks up that make it ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE to logistically do so? I have heard if you plan accordingly, you can avoid these roadblocks, but are there some hard rules that make it impossible, I'd hate to complete all but one course just because they made me wait...anyone a RECENT graduate/student who can speak to this?

I really appreciate your help!

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Specializes in OB-Gyn/Primary Care/Ambulatory Leadership.

You will probably get more responses if you post this in the forum.

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thanks!

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Specializes in Outpatient/Clinic, ClinDoc.

Yes, you can still finish in 6 months. I see people doing it all the time over on the facebook board. I did it in three with 50CU, and the courses have not measurably changed since then. There are no roadblocks that make it impossible - just make sure that you get your community health classes in as soon as possible. If not up front, make them the next batch of classes you do after your initial 12.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I completed 's RN-to-BSN program in March 2015. It took me 10 months, but I could have finished in one six-month term if I had been more focused.

I did absolutely no work in June, November, and December 2014. If I had not taken off months at a time, I could have completed my degree requirements in one term.

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I agree, the Facebook page shows people doing it in 6 months or less frequently. I am hearing , and have experienced, student mentors reluctant to accelerate your classes, so I do wonder if there is a behind the scenes push to slow students down. But, so far as I have seen, those relucta not mentors are few and far between. There is also chatter of course changes coming down the pipeline soon, I don't know how that will effect things. And lastly, if you are in CA you need a preceptor for community health, and it seems like a difficult task finding one, so do it early.

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Thanks! I really appreciate all the quick responses! I assume I'll have a better understanding of how long it will take me personally once I get started-I'm just glad to hear that "the balls in my court"...:) I'm one of those type A, anxious with outstanding tasks type people-hopefully that annoying trait will benefit me here!

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

However, in addition to your self-motivation and drive, you must have a mentor who allows you to steer the course of your studies.

Some mentors are adamantly against accelerating coursework too quickly. If you happen to receive one of these chicken-little mentors, I advise you to request another mentor if you are insistent on finishing in six months or less.

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Specializes in Outpatient/Clinic, ClinDoc.

Agree with commuter here.. Don't rush in and say "I NEED TO FINISH IN SIX MONTHS!!!!" and immediately get worried, but show the mentor that you can finish your first 12 CU at warp speed.. If they balk at accelerating or are slow to add classes, get another mentor. For both my BSN and my MBA my mentors were AWESOME and allowed me to open several classes at a time in any order I wished. I am thankful to have had both of them. :)

I would also advise you join the facebook group (RN to BSN discussion group) for support and advice. They won't let you in until enrolled with a email address, afaik.

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featherzRN,

Have you applied for or accepted an advanced position with your MBA? I was so close to starting WGU's MBA program after completing my MSN degree at WGU, but I became nervous because everyone and their brother, so to speak, is getting an MBA degree now. With so many DEAC and ASICS accredited institutions offering MBAs, I was afraid the MBA degree had lost its prestige with employers. Was that worrisome to you at all, or am I over-analyzing things too much? I look forward to hearing your response.

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featherzRN,

Have you applied for or accepted an advanced position with your WGU MBA? I was so close to starting WGU's MBA program after completing my MSN degree at WGU, but I became nervous because everyone and their brother, so to speak, is getting an MBA degree now. With so many DEAC and ASICS accredited institutions offering MBAs, I was afraid the MBA degree had lost its prestige with employers. Was that worrisome to you at all, or am I over-analyzing things too much? I look forward to hearing your response.

My MBA was more of a bucket list item than a springboard to a job. I have not yet changed jobs, although am looking on a lazy basis. :) I do have several accountability partners who were in the degree with me and they are using it for promotions at their current positions.

I doubt the MBA would be useful for any top finance company, as it is not AACSB, but from what I can tell it's fine to 'check the box' at a healthcare institution that requires a masters degree and/or business/hcm degree.

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