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 Critical Care Jurse.


Hello everyone new here following this post. How has the program been for you guys? I know I'm years late but just ran across it. I'm in FL but got accepted to start with them next month so I will be taking my MSN to FNP classes how is manageable for A FT RN and I'm mom of 3 youngest is 1? Do you feel supported / given all the resources etc? What books should I purchase start studying ? I like this program seems they do 1/8 weeks which what I need due to informally being a single mom and I can't stop working I'm on a pretty intense floor ICU SD  . Any information you guys wouldn't mind sharing books/study guides?  I will really appreciate. I'm debating on them or look at another school in my area. But so far I am choosing them they cheaper then others and accredited which is what I need im already I'm a ton of debt just to pursue my nursing career a general. 

Specializes in ICU.

@ShayLove 

hey girl, 

I believe you asked this question before, I don't have kids, I work ft, I have a partner who helps me w cooking and cleaning, caring for our dog. I feel like the school it's a lot of work, all I do on my days off is study. So if you have small children, like this person relayed her experience w children. Unless you have an immense amount of support caring for your kids, I don't see how you can give them attention and give yourself the time to learn. I don't have kids, so I really can't relate. But this is my experience w the support that I have. It's manageable for me. I hope this gives you an insight. 
 But also, don't let this be a decision. I'm sure you could do 1 class and feel the flow and see if you can do it. For me also, since my employer is paying for the program, I need an 83% to pass on the classes, nothing lower. That part is stressful too with every class, because, life happens and they are 8 weeks long as you know. 
but if you have the support, it's worth a try. Also, you can always wait for your kids to be a little older and not need so much of your love and attention. 

Specializes in Critical Care Jurse.

@StephaniefutureNP
Sorry thank you so much I didn't realize this posted on this post. I was responding to an another school post I had seen. For a school in my area it's weird it posted here. But I appreciate the insight I am thinking maybe I should until she gets older to but I don't want to wait to long and gets more expensive or I will not go. I got accepted into a school down here in my area called St Thomas they seem good but it's 2 classes/8 weeks and I don't have time for that due to my work schedule etc. but I like post because of the 1 class thing. How has the other classes taught you so far ? Did you have to purchase any books so far or is it all included ?  Have you looked into a preceptor ? And unfortunately my job is going to be any easier they don't care if you tired drowning with patients maybe if I was a charge nurse it would be easier because all they do is sit at the desk 

Specializes in ICU.

Hey, I have a friend who is doing a 16 week classes, (2) at a time. She says is rough. You do need books and it's separate, my work is paying for mine. But I just take it one day a time. I don't have preceptors yet. I'm only focusing on school. I'm on week 6 of advanced PA, they offer for you to test for the entry 3 ps exam on week 7 of your third class. But for me, there's no way. I have test anxiety so I chose to skip a term and take the test instead in December. Cause if you don't pass the test, you have to take another prep class to basically try to pass again. I rather just focus on a study for the test and move on. My next class will be in January after this class and the 3 p exam. 

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