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Hi Emily! I just graduated nursing school in Dec and am working on a postpartum unit right now with hopes to move over to l&d asap and apply for the bridge program at Frontier as soon as I have my one year experience in. I can't wait! So I have no true experience but from what I've read and heard others say...it seems like the l&d experience isn't absolutely necessary, but it helps greatly. And realistically, once you graduate as a CNM but have no l&d work experience, who would really feel comfortable hiring you as a midwife? So I'm definitely going to do it. I have 3 little ones and originally thought I should wait until they're older to do this, but I've heard a lot of women say that it's actually better to do it when they're young because they're less involved in sports, intense school work, etc. and won't remember these crazy days the way they would if they were older. Plus, I'm excited to show them early how much hard work and following your dreams can pay off! Good luck to you on your journey!!!

Yes! I was just going to suggest The Birth Partner! I would also say that you could go through a birth doula training workshop to learn more and practice some techniques hands-on. Mine was a 3day training and cost around $350, but I'm sure that varies depending on where you live. Also, maybe check out spinningbabies.com as that can help identify and correct a malpresentation which can cause unnatural pain and prolonged labor. Hats off to you for working to learn more and go that extra mile to help your patients!! :)

I'll graduate with my RN in December, have to work for a year, and then plan on applying for Frontier's bridge program to become a CNM.

I am so looking forward to going on to grad school! By the time I'm able to though, my kids will be 3, 6 and 8. That means two will be in school but the youngest will still be home. My husband is incredibly supportive and an amazing father, and my mother-in-law is our babysitter when we need one (she's wonderful as well). I will probably work part time and go to school part time. I believe I can do it, though I know it won't be easy. But, am I crazy? I've heard others say that it can be even harder once they're older and are so involved in extracirricular activities, need to be driven to practices and games, and need more help with thier own homework, but maybe they're just saying that to be encouraging. Anyone with experience want to share thier wisdom? :)

Here's a list of all the top ranking CNM programs (although you'll have to do some research to find out which have distance learning): http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-health-schools/midwife-rankings I live in northern KY so I know that University of Cincinnati has an entirely online program with no required campus visits, but will probably apply for Frontier as soon as I'm able. I can't deny the wonderful reputation, it's only a 4 hour drive, and the Frontier Bound experience is said to be life-changing. Good luck on your journey!!!

I got your message Lilyanni. I went in for registration and signed up for BIO2, CHEM1 and 1st Semester Experience. I still don't know if I'll be able to take the NUR100 classes this semester though because apparently there are only 10 openings and many more students than that. I should find out within the next week or so. They said the date you paid your matriculation fee determines who has first dibs at the NUR classes. If not this semester, then next I suppose. I've just been working on getting everything in order - vaccines, background check, drug tests, ID card made, etc. I'm looking forward to starting there in January. Not looking forward to street parking (not allowed to use the garage) but other than that I think it'll be a good experience. Good luck to you!

Hi Tim, you could check out Northern KY University... right across the river in Highland Heights. I know they offer an RN to BSN program and I don't *think* it's online, but not totally sure. Something to look into maybe. Good luck!

No need to be snarky. I'm sure Lilyanni has done a fair amount of research on the school itself, as have I. In fact, what I read about the dress code was part of the college's handbook, the wording was just a bit confusing. There's only so much you can gather from looking at a website. Sometimes speaking to someone who has actually gone through the program can be very helpful. Lilyanni, since I'll be starting a semester ahead of you, I'll be happy to give you the inside scoop... as soon as I get it! :) Until then I hope you get some helpful, positive responses.

Well, I'm not totally sure - I think I'll be registering for classes in October so I'll know more then. I have taken some of the general classes already but since we have to take at least 12 (I think) hours of general courses at Good Sam I will be taking at least that many. I got an email last week basically saying that I'd be getting more emails soon (ha) so hopefully things start moving along and falling into place. I'll let you know when I find out more. Hey, have you heard anything about the dress code there? I read something the other day that made me think it was pretty strict... like no jeans to class even... but that can't possibly be right, can it?

Hi Lilyanni, I'm sorry I don't have any info but I'll be starting there in January. Are you going this fall or in '10? Hopefully this will bump the message up and get some good responses! :)

Yes, I did in fact get in for Jan '10. I'm not sure if there is an actual "waiting list" but I'm starting about a year after sending in my application. Hope that helps. Good luck!

I hadn't heard anything after sending in my fee so I called today and they said that it would still be a while before anything was sent out. They were still working on the Aug '09 admissions which I missed the deadline for. So like chigrl82 I'm hoping to get in for Jan '10. The woman I talked to said they would send out an email (so keep your email addy current with them) announcing when registration would be and what to do next. I would imagine that if you were just now to send in an application you'd be looking at around Fall 2010 to start, but you could call thier admissions office and get a better idea. Good luck!

I'm in Northern KY which gives the possibility of working at one of the KY Hospitals (St Luke East, St Luke West, St Elizabeth North, St Elizabeth South) or you can go right across the river into Cincinnati, OH and there are a ton of hospitals to choose from (Christ, Good Sam, Bethesda, Childrens, etc). I love this area - you can live in the peacefulness of the country but it's just a stone's throw away from the city. Good luck!

Just wanted to update in case anyone was curious about the answer (plus I'm excited! :wink2:) ... I got my acceptance letter to Good Sam this week! Yay! So I'm guessing they must review applications as they're recieved. That or I just so happened to send mine in at the right time.

Does anyone know if Good Sam's School of Nursing has a specific time when applications are reviewed? I know that Christ starts reviewing thiers in Jan and sends out acceptance letters in March, but I can't find anything about Good Sam. I've applied to both and am anxious to hear something. Anyone know??? Thanks!