Any Commonwealth Nursing Program students here?

nativemtngirl · Mar 12, 2009

Not really. John Tyler's traditional Nursing program is very well-established and well-regarded. The CNP @ JTCC shares a facility with the traditional program. I personally feel the lack of accreditation may primarily be due to this being a fairly new program rather than any reflection on the program's quality.

At the orientation it was mentioned that the program may seek accreditation in the future, and there are colleges who will accept students graduating from non-accredited programs (ODU was mentioned specifically). I also spoke with several RNs about the importance of accreditation, and all three said the same thing...what matters is that the program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.

One of the RNs I shadowed did graduate from ODU's RN-BSN program and said it was very good. She also mentioned that a BSN doesn't make much of a difference unless you're looking to go into nurse management or going for a master's degree. I don't like how it does limit what schools I can apply to for the RN-BSN program, but I believe this is the best option available for people who are working throughout school.

Have you considered addressing the school's director about your concerns? I'm sure she would be the most qualified person to speak with. :)

saharamichael · Jun 30, 2009

I'm glad to see other students applying for the program. I applied for spring 2010. Hopefully I'll get in.

SleeplessNVa · Jul 12, 2009

Can anyone confirm that Germanna dropped out of the VCCS Commonwealth Nursing Program. If this is true, do you know why? I have heard this from one person and I want to make sure before I get sad about it! Thanks.

saharamichael · Jul 12, 2009

I would call either germanna directly, or the commonwealth nursing program.