Can anyone speak to the course load/stressfulness of the MGHIHP Direct Entry Nursing Program?

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I have an anxiety disorder; currently considering this program. How outrageous is the course load/stressfulness?

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Pretty please?

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Specializes in Nursing.

Hey! I completely understand your concern because I also have severe anxiety/attention deficit. I won’t sugar coat it is INTENSE. You will have to sacrifice A LOT. But you just have to remind yourself that it’s temporary. Studying may require 12-14 hours a day. But if you haven’t gotten in yet, my best advice to you is to seek a professional that can help you with your anxiety prior to getting into your desired program. I am not a huge fan of medication, but sometimes it can be beneficial. Get your mental health in order prior to taking on this huge transition. & remember, you can accomplish ANYTHING if you truly set your mind to it. So many people stress about this but what they fail to remember is many people do it and get through it; Therefore it is doable and attainable! ? 

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8 hours ago, Lamksbe said:

Hey! I completely understand your concern because I also have severe anxiety/attention deficit. I won’t sugar coat it is INTENSE. You will have to sacrifice A LOT. But you just have to remind yourself that it’s temporary. Studying may require 12-14 hours a day. But if you haven’t gotten in yet, my best advice to you is to seek a professional that can help you with your anxiety prior to getting into your desired program. I am not a huge fan of medication, but sometimes it can be beneficial. Get your mental health in order prior to taking on this huge transition. & remember, you can accomplish ANYTHING if you truly set your mind to it. So many people stress about this but what they fail to remember is many people do it and get through it; Therefore it is doable and attainable! ? 

Hi, thank you for your response! Did you go to MGHIHP yourself, or have you observed others in the program? Your other post says you're applying to a different ABSN program, so I'm just wondering how you're familiar with the course load for MGHIHP, if you don't mind sharing. Thank you!

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Specializes in Nursing.

I do not! I’ve been in a nursing program before but I withdrew due to personal reasons (family concerns) I am going back though. Both have been 12 month ABSN programs :) 

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