Forensic Nursing at GMU?

Welcome to the Forensic Nursing forum, Lunah!!

That post-grad certificate program looks interesting.

Good luck with your decisions.

I've been lurking here for the past week, checking out the stickies and whatnot. I'm seriously considering applying to the GMU program -- I've corresponded with the program head, and she said they're accepting applications now for a cohort to begin in fall 2010 (August). Gee, how convenient -- that's just about a month after I'll be done with my BSN.

I'd also like to get to a SANE-A class before that, though. But finding one in my area has been difficult, even using all the resources in the stickies. I've sent out a few emails this evening, and we'll see if any bear fruit.

Thanks, sirI!!!

Just a side note -- applicants must either have a BSN, or must be an RN with and ADN and a BS in another area. Just FYI, in case anyone is interested in GMU's program.

It doesn't sound like it -- I think you just need to have a BSN, or be an RN with an ADN and a BS in another discipline. I contacted the instructor, and she got back to me almost immediately. Very nice! They're taking applications now for a cohort to being in late August 2010 (fall semester). It's more expensive than the Kaplan program, but I'm wondering if it would be better because the credits might be more apt to transfer to a MSN program later down the road. I haven't verified that -- I'm just speculating. :)

The tuition is a bit steep for out-of-state people -- something around $900/credit. Ugh. It's $398 per credit hour for Virginia residents.

Well, rats ... I can't even actually apply until I have my BSN completed. Oh well! The instructor emailed me and said to go ahead and apply in June when I graduate, and that they will "expect me" unless told otherwise. So we'll see!

Well, you have something to look forward to next year, Lunah!!!!