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I am seeking information regarding massage therapy certification for RNs. I know the laws and requirements vary from state to state and currently PA has passed a certification law which has not yet been enacted. The information regarding MT for RNs is not very clear and I'm looking for information from any PA RNs who know about the training. Specifically, would RNs be required to take a complete MT program or are there programs specifically designed for RNs. We have searched the NANMT website and would also like to know of any other websites dedicated to NMT.

I know this post is from some time ago but here goes. I am in the program and so far I have had a very good experience. The phone interviews vary as a friend of mine also in the program was ask different questions than I. The questions are all related to you. Admissions are pretty straight forward with 1 year nursing experience required. Supportive, the staff is very supportive and they treat the students as family. There are on campus requirements but they are all spelled out and scheduled. If you haven't called so far I would suggest you call. The ADAN bridge is very popular and as with many schools there are many more applicants than spots available. Good luck in your search.

Hey Mona, Here we are again. ;)Had a wonderful time at Frontier and looking forward to going back in April. I have run into quite a few NPs and CNEPs in the weeks since we returned that have either attended Frontier or knew of someone who did. All had the same to say, great school! Hope to find other Frontier grads on allnurses.

I would highly recommend checking out Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing. They offer both bridge programs and direct entry MSN. The program is distance with several trips required to the school which is located in Hyden, KY. I can't say enough about the school. I am a current student and after searching many graduate programs, I selected this one. The cost is very, very reasonable but that aside, the family community that Frontier provides is wonderful. The website if you are interested is http://www.midwives.org Oh and one of the things several students mentioned while I was there was the fact that you actually get a real person when you call, not passed from one recording to another. The school is steeped in tradition and was started by Mary Breckenridge. Best of luck in whatever you decide.

Thomas Edison State College has an online program.

Thanks Karen for posting this information. I haven't had much time to surf allnurses lately.......or do anything other than work for that matter so I appreciate you keeping us up to date. One question, do you know how the state will "collect" this information? In other words how will PA nurses prove they have met the requirement. Just a thought. Thanks again, Opal

:balloons: Congratulations, what an accomplishment. You must feel very relieved!:balloons:

Could you provide some direction as to where on their site? I've been all over and can't seem to find the videos. Thanks so much.

bjb wyo, Any experience you gain is valuable in one form or another. Follow your interest. If you get there and that one turns out not to be what you truly desire, finish your commitment and move forward. You will always take the experience with you. Med surg is for a great number of nurses but not for all just as ob, peds, NICU, etc. You won't know until you experience it whether it's for you or not. IMHO, insisting on med surg for new employees is unproductive. Best wishes in your career!

Thanks Karen, this is good news for both the nursing shortage and nursing students. I wonder if the commitment is full or part time?

Ditto Karmyk. Good advice.

One side of me, the nurse side would have ask for a glove, scooped it up, and tossed it in a waste container. The other side of me the mom of adult children, would have said, "Nope this is a hospital and watched my child." (and I'm not saying you didn't watch your child) I know some are gonna scoff :chair: but I'm from the school of parenting where accountability is my responsibility. Home or away, small children need to be watched. After all, this didn't occur at a daycare center. It is impossible to say what kind of a "patch" this was, if it had any medication or if it was left by a healthcare worker or a patient. Lesson learned; You're observant, conscientious, and concerned all of these are fine qualities which will enhance your nursing career. Opal

Sorry this is soooooo late, but the thoughts are just as sincere. You must be so relieved and proud. It's a tough road via distance ed but I know it has made me more driven to find answers when things jsut don't sit right. Certainly taught me to listen to my gut instincts!! :balloons: Way to go, CONGRATULATIONS Nurse Cheri!:balloons:

Having complete ultrasound education in my background will aid me in my pursuit of my NP however in the offices I have worked in the past, we had a registered sonographer on the staff. I don't believe having full U/S education is as critical as it is to be able to read and interpret the scans. JMHO Opal

Tx2007, You will probably receive as many different answers as there are schools to pick from. Your decision to continue straight through would need to be based on your life, your responsibilities, your $$, your desire, etc. For me age is a factor, for you perhaps not. I changed careers into nursing later in life so I want to keep going until I'm finished with my NP degree. I also find, I am in a groove now and just having a month off b/w programs has me asking at every free minute, "what am I forgetting to turn in." Some people feel more comfortable stopping out to work and gain experience as an RN while just as many others choose not too. There really is no "one right way" but rather the one way that is right for you. The one commonality that I believe most people would agree is the amount of time needed for graduate work. It is intense so this too should be part of what you take into consideration. I wish you the very best in whatever direction and decision you make! Keep the nursing fountain alive.