American Sentinel University - FNP

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Members are discussing their experiences and seeking advice on pursuing a MSN-FNP program with American Sentinel/Post University. Topics include the statistics class requirement, clinical rotations, program structure, and experiences with coursework and clinical placements. Members also share insights on managing the program while working full-time and having family responsibilities.

Hi everyone! Quick post- just wanted to give back to the community...when I was looking into various FNP programs that both fit my budget and had a challenging curriculum, American Sentinel was one of the schools that I looked into. Unfortunately, although I could find decent information regarding their RN-BSN program, there wasn't much about their FNP program.

It took me months of speaking with them, going through the catalog and finally occurring to me to look at the profiles of NPs on LinkedIn that graduated from American Sentinel to make a final decision. So, even though I don't start my first class until February 17th, I thought I'd just throw this out there in case anyone has questions later on as I progress through the program?

Specializes in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
3 hours ago, Renee Jane said:

Hello! 
My start date is January! I am so nervous ?. I have 3 young children and worried I won’t be able to manage.  Has anyone graduated ? 
 

Thank you! 

Hello Renee, 

Yes I have been in this program for 22 months without taking a break and I am completing my 11th class of 14 next week.  I also have children and work full time.  There is a facebook group just search American Sentinel school name and it will come up.  Join this group they are helpful and supportive.  On FB I have seen so many finish/ graduate, pass there certification within days of finishing school, and get jobs quickly.  If I can do it anyone can, LOL.  I will look out for your name on FB and say hi.  U got this!  Also, some of my classmates have taken breaks when needed.  The classes r 8 weeks and the work is manageable. Take care.

Thank you so much for the encouragement!! I am awaiting approval from the group right now ?

Hi! Any chance you could give the admins of group my FB name to get approved? It’s Renee Jane!  I would appreciate it. Thanks again 

Specializes in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
39 minutes ago, Renee Jane said:

Hi! Any chance you could give the admins of group my FB name to get approved? It’s Renee Jane!  I would appreciate it. Thanks again 

I don’t want to get in trouble on here for putting a name. Cuz I did before.  I want to make sure u r looking at the right FB account it the one that”s name is Post University FNP AGNP PMHNP Students.  The other American Sentinel account is old and hardly anyone post on it.  Did u requested on the Post one?  If that the one u request and haven’t heard from message me back.  And I will message the administrator.

Got into the group! 
 

Thanks Christine !

Hi Renee Jane,

Christine and I met on this forum while we were trying to decide whether to go back to school and what school to choose.  While we are in different tracks at the school we had the same core classes.  Christine is an awesome support person and it's been very nice to meet people along the way.  My biggest recommendation to you would be to make some friends at school. Reach out to other people once you get in the program.  You may have family and friends that are supporting you but having contacts with people that are going through the same thing you're going through is invaluable.

Good luck on your journey! ?

Virginia

Greetings to All!

First, let me begin by saying I am extremely impressed by the supportive comradery of this particular thread/group! Bravo! Lots of informative pearls of wisdom shared in regards to Post University/ASU's NP programs.

Regarding my personal situation, I was accepted into Post University's PMHNP program, along with a few other schools. I'm currently in the process of narrowing down my top choices. Although I enjoy a "brick & mortar" classroom learning environment, similiar to what many of you have previously expressed, it is not very feasible with FT employment and life in general. Additionally, I've also completed a few graduate courses in the past with an online format/program, and found the experience not only challenging but also very convenient in relation to work/life balance.  

Presently, I am leaning towards Post University's  PMHNP program and came across this particular group's thread. My decsion is based on positive student reviews, affordable tuition rate (payment plan options) for those paying out-of-pocket, 100% online format, and no required on-campus immersion learning experience. Anticipated start date would be May 2023.

Any additional words of wisdom, information, pros & cons of the NP core curriculum/programs, or updated thoughts/progress regarding your individual experiences with Post University would be greatly appreciated! 

Best wishes to all and Happy New Year! 

C 

 

 

 

 

PrettyinPink1986 said:

Greetings to All!

First, let me begin by saying I am extremely impressed by the supportive comradery of this particular thread/group! Bravo! Lots of informative pearls of wisdom shared in regards to Post University/ASU's NP programs.

Regarding my personal situation, I was accepted into Post University's PMHNP program, along with a few other schools. I'm currently in the process of narrowing down my top choices. Although I enjoy a "brick & mortar" classroom learning environment, similiar to what many of you have previously expressed, it is not very feasible with FT employment and life in general. Additionally, I've also completed a few graduate courses in the past with an online format/program, and found the experience not only challenging but also very convenient in relation to work/life balance.  

Presently, I am leaning towards Post University's  PMHNP program and came across this particular group's thread. My decsion is based on positive student reviews, affordable tuition rate (payment plan options) for those paying out-of-pocket, 100% online format, and no required on-campus immersion learning experience. Anticipated start date would be May 2023.

Any additional words of wisdom, information, pros & cons of the NP core curriculum/programs, or updated thoughts/progress regarding your individual experiences with Post University would be greatly appreciated! 

Best wishes to all and Happy New Year! 

C 

 

 

 

 

Hello C, 

I completed an MSN at POST, and now I'm in the PMHNP program. Im taking my second class now, which is Psychotropic pharmacology. All I can say is that it is a good program; there is no difference from any online programs I have taken before; you have to be organized and be on time with the assignments, and PMHNP classes could be challenging but doable. 

I have a kid and 2 jobs, online programs give the flexibility of learning at your own pace; online programs do demand a lot more from you than a brick-and-mortar school, for sure.  

Good luck on your Journey

L

 

Hello L, 

Thank you so much for your valuable information regarding the PMHNP at Post.  Appreciate your feedback! 

C 

Specializes in ICU/ER.

Hi!! 

So I legit read every single comment on this thread because my anxiety got the best of me! I have decided to pursue my MSN-FNP with Post U/American Sentinel and I wanted to get some insight on the program. As I can see on here, a lot of you guys have already started and some are close to finishing the program (YAY!). Is there anything you can pass on to us who are just about to start? I don't have a start date yet.

Also I read someone post about a statistics class. I actually didn't take Stats in my undergrad as well, somehow I placed out but I really don't remember how I placed out of it. Does anyone know if it is required even before any of the 3Ps? ? 

 

Some background: I work for KP in SoCal and am going thru the BHMT to go back to school. I have extensively spoken with AmSentinel and expressed that I would prefer to not have to pay any out of pocket costs (as far as tuition goes). I believe I will have to take some breaks in order to not exceed the $$ capping that the BHMT program provides annually... which would prolong the program/degree completion a bit for me but if it means no out of pocket costs, then I'm okay with that. I have three kids, 3mos/6y/8y, and so I have my hands full anyways plus working FT. 

 

Anyways Im hoping to meet some fellow future FNP students on here especially if there are any from SoCal as well ? 

 

It has been over 10 years since I graduated from my BSN and I have never done any class that's fully online so this is definitely quite a change, but I am looking forward to it! 

**I saw there's a fb group but I don't have social media at all m, haven't had one for a year now, otherwise I would join the group and get info on there too ? 

 

Thanks! 

 

A

Specializes in Clinic.
Virginia Williams said:

I start 1/18/21.    I'm taking the required statistics right now (apparently I didn't take it in my BSN program).   
I'm hoping to make some connections before hand so we can support each other.   I still need to get my books but I've been focused on this stat class.  

Regarding the statistics class you took, did they ever mention students needing to retake it if the class was completed over 5 years ago? 

Specializes in Clinic.
DermNP2Be said:

I'm finishing up Policy. Next is Research, then l'll be starting my NP courses!

Hello! For your clinicals were you able to complete all hours at one location with one NP as your main preceptor? or do they require you to find multiple settings and multiple NP preceptors? 

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