APike

APike has 19 years experience and specializes in PMHNP/FNP.

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1. ANCC Frustrations

   APike replied to APike's topic in NP

   You are correct. The dean of the graduate nursing program even sent them a letter stating that I had completed all requirements for the PMHNP certificate. It didn’t help. So, I’m stuck waiting until Spring to resume my last DNP course/project so I ca...

2. ANCC Frustrations

   APike replied to APike's topic in NP

   This is exactly how I feel right now. I am fortunate to only have one course left, but a lot of work to do since I lost my project site (due to COVID and job loss). So, my entire demographic will change as well. Like you said, I have no choice but to...

3. ANCC Frustrations

   APike replied to APike's topic in NP

   I haven’t asked ANCC about that, but from what I have read on their website, your application is considered “abandoned” after 2 years if you are a DNP student, 1 year for MSN students. I only have the 1 class, which is the end of my DNP project, so h...

4. ANCC Frustrations

   APike replied to APike's topic in NP

   From what I understand, it is not an option at my school to convert a student to the Post-Master’s Certificate Program. The assistant dean said they two completely separate programs. There were some staffing changes at the school of nursing and I bel...

5. ANCC Frustrations

   APike replied to APike's topic in NP

   Actually, I do have a degree, a Master’s in nursing that I completed with my FNP in 2011. All of the required PMHNP courses have been completed and they do have a copy of my MSN transcript as well.

6. ANCC Frustrations

   APike posted a topic in NP

   I have been an FNP since 2011 and am now enrolled in a DNP/PMHNP program. I completed all of the PMHNP didactic and clinical work in May 2020. I passed PMHNP boards September 1, 2020. I am one class away from completing my DNP (final portion of proje...