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Hello @helloitsmeee yes the Exams and quizzes are multiple choice. You start having exams when you get to the 3Ps (advanced pharmacology, pathophysiology and physical assessment)

Hello @Kristen Ramirez, the program is going well. I've completed the didactic portion and am now in clinicals this semester. I did have to find my own preceptor, which comes with going to an online school. I'm not working at the moment because I want to focus on clinicals, but feel like the first clinical you would be able to work full time because hours are minimal, but after that, you would probably have to drop down to part-time because of the required hours. Wish you success on your journey!

@Misonee this facebook group is good for networking, it's called Nurse Practitioner New Grads and Students. There is only one discussion post due per class every Wednesday and a reply due by Sunday. The papers in the beginning of the program are like 3 pages but when you get to advance pharmacy and advance health assessment there is a 5-6 page paper due for each class.

Thank you! @nursemomcin The bridge class is nothing to be stressed out about, it was fairly easy. Discussion boards every week and a couple of short papers. You will be fine. No exams. It a 12 week class so its easy to manage assignments.

Welcome! @nursemomcin Im not at that stage yet, but I'm actively looking already and networking especially through facebook, they have alot of groups available for students looking for preceptors. Unfortunately you have to look for your own preceptors, thats the downside of alot of these programs.

Hi @nursemomcin. The program is going well, finishing up my three P's. It's alot of self study with some guidance but I think most programs are like that. I havent had any issues so far, hopefully it stays that way. I find the assignments to be manageable, mostly discussions with one big paper due at the end of the semester and of course exams. I'm taking two course this semester and don't feel overwhelmed.

I do feel like I am being prepared but I feel like it is primarily a result of the effort I'm putting into it, rather than solely the school. In my opinion, regardless of the school one chooses, particularly in an online setting, the outcome is dependent on the level of dedication you demonstrate.

Hello Sherine, unfortunately there are no pre recorded lectures . The program is pretty much self taught with some guidance.

You are welcome! A little under 3 years with the bridge class. The regular classes are the first year and a half, and clinicals are the last year.

Hey! I haven't had any issues with the program so far. I feel supported, the professors are easy to reach and fair, I feel like they want you to succeed. The first three classes are mainly discussion boards and papers, no exams. I'm in advanced patho this semesters and we have 3 exams and 3 quizzes. I'm doing well so far. It's very doable, even while working. This program is still kinda new so I took a leap a faith and glad I did.

You're welcome! and good luck on your journey ?

Yes, I still very much enjoy the program so far. Its organized, the professors are accessible and responsive, workload is manageable.

Theres not much on this program, so I just wanted to write a review so far. I just started the ADN to MSN/pmhnp program not too long ago. Everything has been smooth sailing and organized so far. I enjoy the content, discussion boards, and other writing assignments, but nothing too tedious just yet. Good for those who are working full-time. I already have a bachelors and masters in another field so wanted to skip the BSN. In this program, you don't do any BSN classes you jump straight into the MSN courses after taking one graduate pre-req. The program will take about 28-32 months which is fine with me, not in a rush. you take 2 classes every semester, 1 class every 8 weeks, until you get to clinicals you take 1 one clinical per semester. You do have to find your own clinicals, the school is in Columbus, Ohio. Hope this helps for anyone who is interested in a program that goes from ADN to MSN without needing additional courses. Good luck on the journey!

Anyone here did there MSN through Franklin University. If so how is the program?

Thank you! Yes the place I'm looking into just requires a bachelors then I will just do a couple bridge courses before I start the MSN courses. What leaning towards this route since it will be a couple months shorter to complete then going the other route.

Is it worth it doing an RN to BSN to MSN program or going straight from RN to an MSN program. I'm looking at a program that has both routes, one you get your BSN on the way to your MSN and the other you do not. I already have a BA and MBA in healthcare management and wandering if I should get my BSN on the way. I will working full time throughout most of the program, which will take 3 years to complete.

Ok thanks for the advice, that's a really good idea I just have to see if they have any traditional ones in my area that aren't too expensive or are not too far away.

My academic skills are pretty good I'm still worried about that though because I know the pace for absn programs are really fast which is why I'm considering a adn program, I know both can be stressful but it's probably more my speed I don't want to feel too overwhelmed.

I worked in the ER as a medic pretty much being a nursing assistant and I just really enjoyed the environment so I wanted to use my GI benefits in something I actually enjoyed doing. I acquired my degrees while in the military so really don't have that much experience in them

So I am just recently separated from the miliary. I was a combat medic and want to transition towards nursing school. I'm currently taking my pre reqs. I already have a BA and MBA in healthcare management. I was wordering should I go the adn route than do an online BSN program or do an accelerated BSN program. Im located in Texas btw