FNP hopeful... PLEASE HELP

[LadyEJ BSN, RN]

I am planning to apply to a distance learning FNP program in the near future. I graduated in December of 2009 and began working as a public health nurse in April 2010. My BSN GPA was 3.24 and my overall GPA from all colleges attended is just barely a 3.0. I called University of Cincinnati and spoke with and advisor who told me I should take a Graduate level course to show that I can handle the work. I am registered in Advanced Pathophysiology (Grad) and Introduction to Statistics (Undergrad) for the Winter semester.

I had an interview for a FNP program in my state and I was told that I had two problems...my grades and my public health experience (not enough clinical exposure). My job in public health would be conducive to me being successful in grad school because of the flexibility, but because it is my only professional experience it is hurting my chances for admission.

I have looked at the Frontier website and they offer a Community-based FNP program. They would probably appreciate my public health experience:rolleyes:. Are there any other schools that may accept a PHN?

I would appredicate ANY and ALL suggestions....thank you! I really need to beef up my CV. I have considered taking the GRE and obtaining my ACLS/PALS??

[SandBetweenMyToes, BSN, RN]

I would make a list of all the schools you may want to apply to and then contact each of them. Get a human on the phone and ask each what you asked at U-C. Ask specifically what qualifications they value, if they think you have those (from your brief conversation)and then tailor your extra learning and experience to what they say. We can only guess what they will want, and each school is slightly different in its focus and entrance requirements. Best fo luck!