direct entry level MSN programms

mzaur · Jan 8, 2014

I don't think there is a direct entry MSN program in Florida. You're going to have to move out of state to attend school. I'm in the same position here in New Jersey where there are no direct entry programs.

AccelCNL, MSN, RN · Jan 9, 2014

There is a direct entry program in New Jersey. It is the CNL program at Seton Hall. I have attached the link below.

Clinical Nurse Leader Program, College of Nursing - Seton Hall University, New Jersey

mzaur · Jan 9, 2014

CNL is not the same as MSN. It does not allow you to become licensed as an NP

Kuriin, BSN, RN · Jan 9, 2014

CNL is not the same as MSN. It does not allow you to become licensed as an NP

I don't think you know what CNL nor MSN means. In order to be a CNL, you must hold a MSN (Master of Science in Nursing). The original poster made no mention of desire of being a nurse practitioner (though, that's generally why people go for their MSN).

UVA Grad Nursing · Jan 9, 2014

There are 71 Master's Entry programs in the country. Here is a list by state: http://www.aacn.nche.edu/leading-initiatives/research-data/GENMAS.pdf.

All of these programs enroll someone from a non-nursing program and award the MSN degree after 2-3 years. All will prepare you to sit for RN Licensure. Some of these prepare individuals for additional certification as a Clinical Nurse Leader, and others will prepare you to sit for certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).

Kuriin, BSN, RN · Jan 9, 2014

UVA Grad Nursing, since you actually post here: Do you guys offer online BSN -> NP programs? I have a preceptor who said they would take me if I get into a program. Problem is, I'm in California. Haha.

UVA Grad Nursing · Jan 9, 2014

Stephen: No, we do not have fully online MSN/NP programs. All of our MSN programs meet face-to-face one day a week (part-time status) or Thursday and Friday (full-time status). Our program is ranked #15 in the country, the APRN certification pass rates were 100% last year, and the attrition rate for the NP programs is under 5%. One reason for these types of outcomes are the face-to-face nature of our program. The faculty are resistant to changing the format since the present outcomes are so strong.

AccelCNL, MSN, RN · Jan 9, 2014

The direct entry program I applied to is 21-months long and at the end of it I will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX, the CNL exam, and I will graduate with a Masters of Nursing Science. NP is just a specialization in some field of nursing. I can always go back and do a post-Masters certificate in order to become a NP. I would rather be in the work field earlier and gain real world experience than spend 3-4 years in a direct entry NP program.

mzaur · Jan 10, 2014

I don't think you know what CNL nor MSN means. In order to be a CNL, you must hold a MSN (Master of Science in Nursing). The original poster made no mention of desire of being a nurse practitioner (though, that's generally why people go for their MSN).

Actually you're the one that's off the mark. I'm pretty acquainted with what MSN means given that I'm starting an NP program this fall. Why don't you look at the link posted above and read their page? The CNL program at Seton Hall doesn't require an MSN, nor do any other CNL programs. CNL is just a generalist Masters degree.

mzaur · Jan 10, 2014

The direct entry program I applied to is 21-months long and at the end of it I will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX, the CNL exam, and I will graduate with a Masters of Nursing Science. NP is just a specialization in some field of nursing. I can always go back and do a post-Masters certificate in order to become a NP. I would rather be in the work field earlier and gain real world experience than spend 3-4 years in a direct entry NP program.

There are direct entry programs that are 2 to 3 years long, and you graduate with the ability to work as an NP right away. IMO much more worth it than pursuing CNL which is just a glorified BSN. You'll still be competing against RN/BSNs and will not get paid more just because you have a generalist Masters. But to each his own. I hope everything works out for you.

AccelCNL, MSN, RN · Jan 10, 2014

A CNL is a generalist Master degree program but I think it also depends on the school giving the degree and the type of classes in the program. The CNL-MSN program at St. Louis University has all the graduates graduate with a MSN.

http://www.slu.edu/nursing/majors-and-degrees/accelerated-generalist-masters-of-science-in-nursing

However, not all direct entry CNL programs confer a MSN at the end of the program. I applied to this program in particular because I wanted the MSN and I was not sure which field of nursing I want to specialize in.