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Grad-entry programs are typically setup so that you will have to take the NCLEX and become a registered nurse as part of the NP curriculum (typically 3 years long, full-time). You will not be rewarded a BSN as part of the program. These programs are designed for people like you with non-nursing bachelors. About working: I've known quite a handful of people who were capable and comfortable with working part-time (about 20 hours a week) during their GE program. But, it definitely depends on the job's flexibility and the program's structure. I think you could definitely explore becoming part-time at your current job, they may be willing to work around your class schedule. Won't hurt to ask!

It definitely is not 4 years of RN courses fit into one year. Most BSN programs in large colleges have so many general education classes mixed in that actual nursing classes maybe make up 4-6 semesters. Some of the grad-entry programs are actually fitting RN courses in about a 4-5 semesters (including summers), some of which may even be online, may omit some of the "fluff", and some of the semesters are including NP courses at the same time. I've known a number of people who have worked at least part-time while going through grad-entry programs. They thought it was completely manageable. But of course, depends completely on the job's flexibility!

Oh, that makes sense. Thank you!

Oh I just realized you can't PM on this site, oops. I am in the group already, (I may delete this in a day because I'm weird about my name being around the internet too much, haha)

Hey Mon23: I just signed up to take my STNA class at Premier Choice Health Service in Columbus for $385. Not sure how great the program is but I just want to save some money! My friend who started the GE NP program last year did his STNA class with Alia, but it cost about $500... he liked it, but not sure if it's worth the extra $115! If any of you are not from Columbus and have questions about apartments and such, feel free to ask/PM me. I've lived in Cbus for several years and could maybe offer a tiny bit of insight!

I had noticed on the prereqs page that they no longer had information on OSU's class. I e-mailed about it and they said they were not going to offer the class at OSU this May. Pretty disappointed by that, my job would've covered the cost. "At this point, the College is NOT offering the course. I apologize for the inconvenience. If anything changes, it will appear on the website." Bummer.

Congrats everyone! I am looking forward to starting classes or at least getting more information about the next steps, orientation, scheduling, etc. Just started looking into the STNA courses around Columbus and the lowest price I've seen so far is $385. Thanks Erex for making a Facebook group!