Since it seems that there's quite a bit of interest, I'm attempting to start a new thread devoted exclusively to the OU on-line RN-BSN program that will hopefully build on the comments on assorted previous threads.
I'd like to ask nevergonnagiveup, mtsteelhorse and babynurse73 - all of whom (I think) are either already in the program or have applied for admission - to post about their experiences. I just sent in my application and plan to post periodically about relevant issues. If we can populate the thread with good material, it could become a very useful resource for both those considering the OU program and students already in it. Once that happens, I'd hope we could prevail upon the forum moderators to make it a sticky thread.
As indicated, I've only recently applied to the program. So far, I'm happy with the support and information I've gotten. I've been contacted by an OU "enrollment specialist" who was somewhat helpful (I suspect that they have dual roles, one being to provide basic information to prospective students and the other to follow-up with the prospects and help to fill the roster for the program). This person e-mailed me, followed up with a phone call and was able to provide some useful, if basic, information about the program. I also sent a lengthy e-mail to OU with quite a number of specific, detailed questions. This too resulted in both an e-mail and telephone response, this time from an academic advisor in the OU School of Nursing. Again I received some useful and quite helpful information. All in all, my early experience has been pretty positive.
As indicated above, I plan to post about relevant issues that come up as I work my way through the admission and evaluation process. I'd very much like to hear from others about their experience with OU and I'm sure that there will be a lot of interest by others in our collective experience with the program.
I don't know about those courses in particular but I do know there will be a 5 week cross cultural course offered beginning winter session. They're pretty sure it will be offered each session and it's designed to fit into our program. It keeps you on the 5 week program. Keep watching for information about that. I have to satisfy that requirement as well. They couldn't tell me anymore than that.
Thanks, that's awesome news. I will look out for that.
I just need to vent...I hope to God not all TA's are this particular about writing. Seriously? Having an extra space between 2 words is a grammar mistake worth pointing out??? And this was on my professional development plan...not a paper. I think Chuckster said it earlier that they are more concerned with your grammar and punctuation than content. I think she didn't want to give 100s on the big stuff. :smackingf These tiny mistakes make such a difference....luckily I still did well.
rninme, what do you hope to do in forensics? I always think one needs to live in a large metropolitan area to work in that field. I'd love to learn more about your plans.
I'd be interested in learning more about this as well.
I am really looking at death investigation! I am already working toward SAFE and then hopefully SANE certifications. No nurse is currently doing death investigation in Maine at this time .... but there is always a first! It's a wide open field that is fairly "young" and growing. I find it facinating.
On the MSN note... lol. Spoke with Pamela today. Tuition is $402/credit hour. Also had some questions regarding clinical time since classes are 7 weeks long are there are fairly rigorous clinical requirements. You have 14 weeks to complete the clinical requirements instead of 7 - which is great considering there are 650 hours of clinical requirements for FNP! That helps. ... clinicals can also be done in a practice setting since that is where most FNP's will be post graduation....In Maine, a FNP has to practice under the guidance of a MD, DO or FNP for 2 years prior to being able to practice independently. Pamela also said it is never too early to start getting stuff together for the admission process. 3 letters of recommendation required, a 2 page goal plan and a CV.
I am really looking at death investigation! I am already working toward SAFE and then hopefully SANE certifications. No nurse is currently doing death investigation in Maine at this time .... but there is always a first!
Just jumping in here... just finished adult and peds SAFE courses. Still have to do my clinical portions, but I am so excited about this! I wanted to do something with a forensic angle before I joined the Army, but was told that the Army used civilian SANEs for the most part. Was happy when I got to my first duty station and was told that I could either volunteer or be "volun-told" to go to the SAFE course .... LOL. I went gladly! Looking at SANE-A certification sometime in the next year, though I might be deploying in the spring -- not sure about testing while in the sandbox! Please keep me posted on your progress with SANE, and death investigations as well. My SAFE instructor is a peds death investigator, interesting stuff...
Just jumping in here... just finished adult and peds SAFE courses. Still have to do my clinical portions, but I am so excited about this! I wanted to do something with a forensic angle before I joined the Army, but was told that the Army used civilian SANEs for the most part. Was happy when I got to my first duty station and was told that I could either volunteer or be "volun-told" to go to the SAFE course .... LOL. I went gladly! Looking at SANE-A certification sometime in the next year, though I might be deploying in the spring -- not sure about testing while in the sandbox! Please keep me posted on your progress with SANE, and death investigations as well. My SAFE instructor is a peds death investigator, interesting stuff...
Be safe in the sandbox Lunah! I have a ton of clinical time to complete before I can be SAFE certified, and the directer of the program prefers us to practice as a SAFE-A p/t doing the peds SAFE training. SANE is my goal .. and then I HAVE to attend the Scientific Assembly ... wish I was there this year, Montreal in October :redbeathe
yeah, grades finally posted for transitions!!! has anyone heard anything about the assessment class yet? i was hoping to have the syllabus by now.
classes are normally posted on thurs from my experience. so i'd say sometime today you'll have access. when i took assessment, received an email from instructor about testing out and preparing for the test.
Please keep me posted on your progress with SANE, and death investigations as well. My SAFE instructor is a peds death investigator, interesting stuff...
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Thanks, that's awesome news. I will look out for that.