PsychinSC

I would love to hear other's experiences with either of these programs. The traditional entry options, to be specific. I am completing my RN (ADN) and have a previous bachelors in Biological sciences. I have discussed each program with the admissions counselors at the respective schools, but am looking for first hand accounts regarding quality of the programs. I would love to hear from another ADN to MS - PMHNP. Quality/ content of instruction, availability of instructors, difficulty level of hard sciences, group-work positives/negatives , and clinical experiences outside of each state are of particular interest. Personal experiences anyone may share regarding career prospects and positions attained after completing these programs would be great! Also, if anyone has any advice on additional programs to consider with an RN and Science BS (no BSN) - please do let me know! Excited for this journey and first-hand accounts of those who have already been through this process and have some insight.

Glad you loved it! In my experience, the "feeling" you get walking on the unit can tell you a lot. I have worked in the OR, in Clinical Research, and in Gero-Psych. When you know - you know! I liked all of my positions, but felt "at home" moving from the office environment of Clinical Research to my Psych position. I am also in nursing school currently and work as a Therapeutic Assistant at an IOP. I had similar thoughts regarding attaining the med/surg experience first, but think you should just go for psych out of the gate. Good luck and Congrats!