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Yes I agree! I feel like it's going to be worth it. And then I'll have more options when choosing where I want to practice. I just want to make sure that I can maintain both certifications while working in one area...that's my main concern. But thank you Matthew!

I think I worded it wrong... If I do get accepted into the dual program, the beginning of classes for both FNP and AGACNP will begin fall 2017 and will last until spring 2019, making it only an extra semester longer that just the FNP route alone (those students will finish fall 2018. Thanks for the advice!

I think I worded it wrong... If I do get accepted into the dual program, the beginning of classes for both FNP and AGACNP will begin fall 2017 and will last until spring 2019, making it only an extra semester longer that just the FNP route alone (those students will finish fall 2018. Thanks for the advice!

Hello, I am currently enrolled in a DNP-FNP program and my school offers a dual certificate program. I am thinking of applying to the FNP/AGACNP program. My question to any dual certificate practitioners out there is: 1. Is the dual certificate really worth going to school for an extra semester, spending more money? 2. Will I be required to work in two different settings (ex: clinic and hospital) in order to meet the requirements for the board of nursing? My reason for wanting to have both certificates is because I'm not sure if I would want to practice in the clinic during the entire course of my career. I would also like to experience working as a practitioner in the hospital setting as well. I was once told by an NP that most hospitals aren't hiring FNP's anymore, they're looking more for AGACNP or ACNP (or at least in my state which is GA). But anyways, any advice will help out, thanks!

Yeah, but I was actually considering the dual track as well and I would hate to prolong that by switching part time, but I'll see how this semester goes first!

I will be full time, but I'm considering doing part time since I'm working full time for now.

Awesome! See you at RISE in August then. I'm doing FNP

Anyone else that was accepted?

Sorry I had to delete some messages.

Yeah it would depend on the workload. I may work full-time one more year and then go part time, especially when we start clinicals.

Well knowing this early would be great for me, so I guess we'll just have to wait and see. And congratulations! Let's keep each other posted...

Thank God for you! Lols. I called the CON today and was told that we wouldn't hear anything until the middle of May. So I'm happy to hear this, I'm so anxious!

Really, I would just say to ask around. I just asked my PCP's FNP that's in the office. And if you're really having a hard time, CVS and Walgreens has a preceptor program for NP students.

Yes, I found one. I'm going for fnp as well!

No I live all the way in GA! lols.