New FNP Online Program - Bradley

[chatrsx]

So different than what I imagined grad school to be

This is a brand new program, first FNP program that Bradley has done ever and they chose to do it online. The are outsourcing the program to a company based in Arizona so you deal with third party folks who are not very knowledgeable. Lots of beta testing. Do most schools do this?

[synaptic]

You know colleges are in it for the money when they start outsourcing the education. Brace yourselves. The glut of nps are coming

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

I practice in Peoria, IL and can assure you that Bradley has an excellent reputation.

[chatrsx]

Yes that's why I joined the program, the problem is that most of my interaction is with the third party company - basically a lot of marketing professionals.

[chatrsx]

I would advise all prospective students to ask to speak to an existing student about the technical platform, lecture vs Powerpoints, instructor response time, schedule etc and get a live demo of the software. If not, buyer beware! Even if the reputation of the school is good, they outsource it to companies that are for-profit and that are staffed by folks whose job is meeting the enrollment quota. Once you enroll, not many winning options if you are in a difficult environment.

[cherub_myrrh]

I've talked with an admissions officer. Since I completed my BSN and masters in nursing from another country, they are trying to determine if I can go directly to the post-masters FNP certificate program. I'll post more info if I become admitted. I am applying at two different programs: Bradley and Olivet Nazarene. If I can't get into both, my backup is Chamberlain. (All IL schools).

[applesxoranges, BSN, RN]

How do you outsource a program? Like is it some pre-made program like how some schools use the ATI testing or the HESI tests?

[ttaylor737]

Hello I am thinking of applying to this program. How do you like it so far?

[moni]

The Bradley FNP program is currently not accredited, and this is the first class so lots of growing pains.

[moni]

There's a company called Pearson that provides the marketing, software and support personnel for these programs, for a pretty hefty fee. A lot of your contact is with this company, and they are not the most responsive or proactive people in the world.

[JenMacBSN]

I realize this was posted in August, but according to my advisor and familynursepractionerprograms.com, they are accredited. I will however look into this outsourcing.

[oncpalnurse, BSN]

Hi chatrsx, have things improved since your last post? I've been looking at Bradley's online nursing programs and would really appreciate more of your feedback. Since it's such a new program it's difficult to find enrolled students. Thanks!