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Duke Vs. Georgetown FNP?
Congratulations to all of you! I looked at both programs and honestly was leaning more to Duke but due to the longer length and the travel I went with GU. I am currently at GU in my 5th semester and I do not regret my decision. It is a great program. It is very rigorous but everyone is so helpful and awesome. GU has found all of my preceptors except 1 and that was only because I already had that 1 lined up. I am looking at Duke for my DNP though! :)
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Anybody run into problems with preceptors because they are from an online program?
Georgetown University does have 3 online NP programs. Family, Acute, Womens Health/Midwifery. They have had these for several years now. I know for a fact because I am enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner program. I am not sure if they offer DNP because I want interested in DNP because at this time it isn't necessary.
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Going to Georgetown, advice?
Yes Ultraposh you can post whatever, whenever, and wherever you like but remember so can everyone else. Enjoy your pre-studying!
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Going to Georgetown, advice?
Ultraposh please let me apologize for offending you. But advice by definition means guidance or recommendations concerning prudent future action, typically given by someone regarded as knowledgeable or authoritative. Based on the information you provided you are neither knowledgeable or authoritative about the CRNA program at GU. Just as I am not; however, I am knowledgeable about grad school and particularly grad school at GU as I am a MSN-FNP student there. I was not trying to make you defensive I was honestly shocked that you would offer any advice on a subject that you have no first hand knowledge about. I myself didn't offer any advice other than the advice I give everyone who ask me about starting any MSN program at GU and that is "enjoy your life before you start". I can't possibly offer any academic advice to a CRNA student as I have never been in those 'shoes'. Just an FYI-If you give some one "advice" and you have no working knowledge then it really is just your opinion. And in my humble opinion, you giving advice to a GU CRNA is like some one who rides a bicycle giving me advice on how to drive a BMW. I mean there really is no comparison. Good luck studying for your undergrad ! Hope that works out for you.
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Programs that Start May/June 2014?
Georgetown University has multiple start dates throughout the year depending on what program you are wanting. FNP starts 5 times a year. I am enrolled now and LOVE it!!! Hard but definitely a great program with a great reputation.
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Going to Georgetown, advice?
So you haven't even completed your undergrad yet and you are offering advice on GU's CRNA program? WOW! Undergrad was a bunch of busy work compared to grad school. I am currently enrolled in GU's FNP program and I know the CRNA program is in a completely different league.I have nothing but respect for anyone who gets into grad school but especially the CRNA programs as they are hard core. I have no advice except enjoy life before you start!
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Georgetown University MSN-FNP January 2014 Part time Cohort
Congratulations!!!!
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Chamberlain College of Nursing-FNP...accepted!!!
You can actually purchase a program to help with formatting for APA. PERRLA and RIVERPOINT are both really good. Just make sure your program doesn't have a problem with you using them. PERRLA is the one I prefer. You can get it for $35.00 /year.
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Chances of entering MSN/FNP program
There are plenty of FNP programs available and many of them look at more than just your GPA. They look at work experience along with volunteer activities as well. Some even allow you to provide an optional statement to explain any lapses in school or less than stellar grades. I believe that taking the GRE will help. The Masters level courses that you have already taken will help to show that you are very capable of doing Grad school level courses. Ask the schools do they look at cumulative or science/nursing based GPA. That may help you identify or eliminate schools that will work for you. Best of Luck!!
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Anyone NOT work as a bedside RN while in school?
I took a position as a case manager. I work in a large inner city hospital and work 12's on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. It still gives me the opportunity to review charts, interact with the team and patients. So far so good. I did Home Health Care for a while but schedule can be to chaotic for me.
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Georgetown University ONLINE FNP...
I am starting the program January 6th. I can whole heartedly recommend the program thus far. My experience has been nothing but positive. When I was gathering info on schools I looked at A LOT of programs and Georgetown met all of my needs and the criteria I wanted. As far as financial help I did not qualify for any financial aid in the form of grants or scholarship but I did receive enough federal school loans to pay for it all. The program is expensive but to me it is an investment into mine and my family's future. Best of luck!!!
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Georgetown University MSN-FNP January 2014 Part time Cohort
Hi Mya888. There is a lot to do after you receive acceptance. I was accepted in October so I have had longer to get it all together. Have you done your welcome call with student support? If not they will explain and walk you through a lot of it. My experience has been nothing but positive. Anytime I have had a question or concern they have been johnny on the spot. They even call to check on things if she hasn't heard from me in a while. Let me know what instructors you are signed up for.
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Are textbooks this expensive????
Hi 2015. I got all of my books for GU's Patho and Research Methods including the recommended for under $150.00. (Even the online component) I got the ISBN #'s from the school and googled it. I ended up buying them from 3 different places but they were all here with in 4 days. Amazon is pretty good plus you can get free shipping on some books. I also ended up getting 2 books from BookByte. I am with you about the renting and ebooks. I have most of my books from my undergrad plus I like to highlight and underline. :) I heard we will use a lot of the books again in the program. When do you have Patho and Research methods?
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What items/tools/stationery/gadgets does a student NP need?
Hi 2015. Congrats again on your acceptance. For Georgetown you will need an opthalmascope and otoscope fro clinicals. You will have to do an online orientation "class" and in orientation they will discuss electronic and techinical requirements needed.
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Are you, or have you ever been an APN student?
Congratulations!!!! What ever program you chose I am sure it is the right fit for you. Good luck!!