Grand Canyon RN-BSN

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Is there any updated information? I have been in heavy contact with them and am looking at taking their RN-BSN program. I work with a GCU grad and she has nothing but positive things to say, but I want more opinions. ?

Any pro's and cons? Thankfully the only class I'm missing is stats and that is offered in the actual BSN program. I'm a bit nervous as my algebra skills are way old. If anyone took this class, do you have any advice?

Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.

You mentioned that earlier and then said you seriously thinking of not going through the program.

Please by sure this is what you want to do. You will be committing a lot of time, money and effort into your program. You will have some days you will want to quit, and you can, but you end up with nothing. You gotta be happy with the program, even though you will have some low moments and speed bumps. Those of us that say it was effortless aren't saying we didn't have an occasional pain in the butt, Tums-eating-moment, because we did. However, they weren't any more or less than any other program. We were and are committed to see it through to the end.

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Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.
Thanks tokmom

I am also very excited. I did take the 3 day course and am glad I did. I am familiar with Word and will review power points. I am a little less proficient with APA and quoting. That is scaring me! Thanks for your encouragement!

Owl Purdue and the APA website will be your friend. ;)

Oh and PEERLA!!

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I think that is very positive. I will move forward. However, if there are any further delays,,, I will move to another program that is more responsive.

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After some good rest, I feel more optimistic. I think I need to realize as you say, there will be ups and downs. Overall, they accommodating my requests, listening to my concerns, being attentive. I do want this. Most probably the whole thing is related to the number of years from graduation to present. Over 30 years... they mostly get more recent graduates I would guess. They many not know what to do with a dinosaur like me!! :)

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They accepted me so there should be no problem for you pink petunia! I guess patience is the key for now. Hang in there, you should have an answer soon.

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Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.
After some good rest, I feel more optimistic. I think I need to realize as you say, there will be ups and downs. Overall, they accommodating my requests, listening to my concerns, being attentive. I do want this. Most probably the whole thing is related to the number of years from graduation to present. Over 30 years... they mostly get more recent graduates I would guess. They many not know what to do with a dinosaur like me!! :)

Sister, I graduated in 1989 with by ADN, so 24 years since I was in school for my ADN. You will not be one of the older ones, believe me. Most of the nurses in the program ARE much older. Many have grandkids. They have put off their degree until they either have been forced to obtain a BSN, or have chosen to pursue a dream now that kids are gone. Yes, some are brand new spanking grads, unable to find a job due to only having an ADN and young.

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I feel so blessed to have found just about the nicest ladies I have ever met!! :)

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I feel so blessed to have found just about the nicest ladies I have ever met!! :)

Agreed! This forum is the best. :yes:

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I feel so blessed to have found just about the nicest ladies I have ever met!! :)

I totally agree! I used this site all through my pre-nursing courses and RN program for support and guidance. Most ppl on here want to be of much support as they?

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And I can't wait for all of you to be done with the program. It is a pretty cool feeling to know that you succeeded and all the tears and frustration was worth it. Keep your eyes on the brass ring!

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And I can't wait for all of you to be done with the program. It is a pretty cool feeling to know that you succeeded and all the tears and frustration was worth it. Keep your eyes on the brass ring!

Tokmom. Are you done with the program now?

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Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.

Yep. Graduated in May!

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