Accelerated RN Program

milwerica, MSN, APRN · Apr 29, 2009

I am enrolled but start in 5 days!

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nanagose · Apr 29, 2009

What kind of information are you looking for? I'm at Drexel's 11 month program, and I like it. Many people don't. It's intense and challenging - a LOT of information to cram into 11 months. My first degree was demanding and on the quarter system as well, and this isn't any worse than that was. I actually like the fast pace - keeps me on my toes!! It's hard to do in 11 months, but it is saving me time and money which is why I chose it. You can't work at the same time and it helps if you don't have many commitments (although there are people getting through the program with spouses, kids, mortgages, etc). It all depends on what you're used to and what you can set aside in order to do the program. What schools are you considering?

lumberjack · Apr 30, 2009

Agree with nanagose, I'm at UNMC in their BSN accelerated, it is intense, but doable with solid time managment skills. Personally would rather do this than the traditional track, I reckon I'm getting better grades because I'm always surrounded by it, than in the regular 2 1/2 year track. It is h**l on my relationship though. And I've never heard so many people tell me "you're crazy". Well, almost never...

lslkim · Apr 30, 2009

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I learned about the program thru the Welcome Back Program Center. It helps international health workers in California to get integrated into the medical field. It'll be in Grossmont College. :specs: