Chamberlain College Of Nursing- FNP program

ortiz1891 · Apr 30, 2016

This forum is so helpful as I will be starting the FNP program in October. I am finishing up the RN to BSN program now. So far I have had no complaints. I have read very mixed reviews from people on the FNP program. It is more assuring to read the experience of someone who is a recent graduate. I have only been a nurse for a year, and I have had trouble figuring out what specialty I prefer. I recently left critical care for home health, I am beginning to think it was a mistake.

Larap69 · May 10, 2016

Hi, I am going to start the FNP program in November '16. From reading your posts, I imagine you are all done. I am curious on your thoughts about the program overall, did you think your education reflects the knowledge needed to practice effectively as well as pass certification exams? I just really want to be certain that I am choosing the right program for the long hall and I appreciate ANY feedback you have to give.

I am currently taking two classes per term in Chamberlain's FNP program... it's very challenging, but it's been doable for me. I have three young children and work 20-30 hours per week. Most of the classes have two discussion posts due each week, and you will also have to respond to other students' posts throughout the week as well. There is also a LOT of reading and writing papers. There haven't been any exams... a couple of quizzes here and there, but mostly just writing papers. I'm taking two classes at a time until I get to Advanced Pathophysiology (which will be the next term for me), and then I will be taking one class at a time for the rest of the program. Good luck! :)

LPN-RN2012 · May 17, 2016

Hi I am starting the FNP program in August 2016. I am planning on doubling classes after the first class I believe I can double classes 2 through 7. I plan on continuing to work 3 12 hour shifts a week, hoping it is not to overwhelming. I am so excited to get started. Good luck to everyone getting ready to start and congratulations to everyone who has finished the program!!!

dlincoln3 · Jun 2, 2016

Hello,

Congrats on all your success. I am also in the program and I find myself stressing over Patho and Pharm because of the comprehensive exam at the end of the program. Is there alot of material from those courses or is it kinda like the board exam? I feel that it is sometimes hard to read all the material and then I still get the questions wrong because the treatment/medication wasn't the right first-line choice, any insight?

Don

asweet25 · Jun 12, 2016

NightNurse08,

How was taking policy and informatics together?

dlincoln3 · Jun 12, 2016

I did not think any of the core courses were that bad, some work yes but not bad. The NP specific courses are a lot more because I feel its critical information that we need to know, that may just be me. Good luck!

asweet25 · Jun 13, 2016

dlincoln3,

Did you double up any classes, if so, what classes did you take together?

eva33444 · Jun 25, 2016

Hi,

I complete my program for FNP in October. I also did my BSN with them. I was able to work up until my second rotation of clinicals then it just became too much. It's time consuming everywhere but from the complaints I get from other friends that went elsewhere like South University I think I had it pretty good.

mta0709 · Jun 25, 2016

I will also be completing my fnp in October. I work fun time night shift planning on going part time. It is hard

MandeepKaur · Jul 17, 2016

hi my name is mandy. I want to join the FNP program. Can u tell me about the cost and what are the requirements for entering to FNP program. Do they need 2 years of nursing experience??? because am a new graduate. I just passed my Nclex-RN in march 2016. so if u can plz tell the information. I checked on the website of chamberlin that they do not need experience in nursing field. but just making sure with u. thanku:)

dlincoln3 · Aug 6, 2016

I did not double up because I work 2 jobs, I could of doubled up to start but not worth it.

kristens · Sep 12, 2016

How'd the program end up being in the end. Have you taken your boards yet. Any thoughts or suggestions for someone going into their program. I am an Alumni - got my BSN from there. Thank you.