Considering dropping programs from FNP-DNP to MSN-DNP

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Hi all, 

Looking for some advice. My goals are to become and APRN with FNP specialty. I originally started a DNP program at my school (in first semester currently) but I think I want to drop down to the MSN - FNP to make it a year or so quicker to graduation. Thoughts? 

Thanks

MX

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Specializes in Oncology, ID, Hepatology, Occy Health.

For those of us not in the USA can you explain what those initials mean please?

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35 minutes ago, DavidFR said:

For those of us not in the USA can you explain what those initials mean please?

APRN - advance practice registered nurse (licensure)

MSN - master of science in nursing (degree program)

DNP - doctor of nursing practice (degree program)

FNP - family nurse practitioner (specialty chosen)

 

hope this helps

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Specializes in Oncology, ID, Hepatology, Occy Health.

Thank you for the explanation.

My advice is always if you can stick it out for the higher qualification, do so. I have seen too many nurses in my lengthy career regret taking the shorter option or cutting short their studies.

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