In preparation for getting a BSN, I am trying to gather information regarding online BSN programs. if you have links to what you feel is an affordable, online, no residency requirement program, please post 'em here.
One program that I came across was at Thomas Edison State College. does anyone have any information regarding their program? I was hoping to find someone that has first hand (or second hand ? ) experience with the TESC RN to BSN program as it seems to be an affordable option, which, of course, is always a bonus. from reading the catalog on their site it appears that you can use some of the EC exams to satisfy the upper-level nursing courses.
The TESC program looks pretty decent but I am looking for some feedback to any online rn to BSN program. if anyone has links to what they feel is an affordable online rn/bsn program please post the link here.
Do employers look down on people that get their BSN online over people that actually sat in a class?
In the early days of online education this was true. However it did not take long for employers to discover that online learners tend to be self-motivated, independent learners who are organized and utilize their time wisely. They are also pretty good team players as team work is often required to complete some of the more complex courses.
I also had an AAS in nursing. I attended the Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences and LOVED the program. I was required to take Chemistry (a blended course of inorganic and organic basics) but all my other courses were accepted across the board.
I just finished my Masters online at Indiana State University and cannot say enough about this nursing program. They also have an RN-BSN program.
I don't think you will find any program for LPN to RN besides Excelsior or Indianna (but they are like Excelsior). It seems that there is a large gap in options for LPNs to advance!
Actually there are several programs for LPN to BSN. Check on line, check with Indiana State Universtiy.
Specializes in ICU, PICC Nurse, Nursing Supervisor.
yes this is a online program...i have been accepted and start 6/2 ...i will graduate in december ...i just paid my tuition yesterday and it was $3600....as far as clinicals go ...i think there is some kind of community project involved...definitely not white scrubs and hit the floor kind of stuff...
this is an online program? with a clinical component?
What was your concentration for your MSN at Indiana State? FNP, Education or administration?
What about cost for online program? Did you locate your own clinical sites? I don't live in Indiana.
Thank you
My concentration was in education and we were able to do our clinicals in our own state. I happen to live in Florida. I can't recall the cost per credit hour, but I do know they waived the out of state fee for online students. I highly recommend this program. The professors actually practice what they preach/collegiallity and sharing of knowledge.
Specializes in Med surg, Hospice, Geriatrics, AL, LTAC.
I agree with your thoughts regarding only taking the subjects relevant to nursing. I have been a nurse 20+ yrs and would like to do a RN to BSN online, however I cannot find a program that does not require algebra. I can do dosage calc and any basic math and have not used algebraic equations in all my years of experience. I have a very real block when it comes to algebra and therefore have not pursued a BSN as of yet. I know at some point I will just hire a tutor long enough to get me through a course of algebra but I would really prefer to take only "nnursing-relevant" courses!
SaintsFan1, I do know that Chamberlain waived the algebra requirement for me because I already had statistics (even though I had algebra already, too). So I think if you come in with a statistics course already, they won't require you to do algebra. Just a thought. :)
Specializes in Med surg, Hospice, Geriatrics, AL, LTAC.
Thank you Lunah! I actually had enrolled in Chamberlain's program--after doing a lot of research I settled on them because they were the most "nursing-focused" that I could find. Unfortunately I have not had statistics so they would not waive the algebra requirement. I went ahead and enrolled and really tried--I even bought the "algebra for dummies" book :) It just doesn't click with me. I have several specialty certifications and am often asked to precept new hires--it's a shame that there are probably many more RN's just like me out there who have the same sort of problems with one subject or another that have absolutely nothing to do with our day-to-day job description yet we cannot obtain an advanced degree because of some course that , once taken, will never be used again. BTW--How was your experience with Chamberlain? Have you finished the program yet? I had enough credits that they told me to start out with the Transitions class and maybe one other and then pick up the pace a little after getting used to online classes--but could complete the program in about 16-18 months. That sounded nice to me. Oh, and thanks again for your fast response!
I'm glad I chose Chamberlain -- it's been a really great experience! I took my first class in late October 2008, and I'll be graduating June 21st. Yay!! :) I did most of the classes one-at-a-time, only doubling up a couple of times. Totally do-able. If you discontinued your enrollment with Chamberlain, you might try taking statistics locally or something, and then re-applying.
Specializes in Med surg, Hospice, Geriatrics, AL, LTAC.
I'm already on it--currently checking out when the next stats class will be offered here close to home. During the brief time I was enrolled, I really enjoyed it-I like to write and do research :) I'm glad to hear you were pleased with Chamberlain--I haven't really read any negative posts towards them and the counselors were awesome. If I am able to do the stats class I will probably re-enroll with them. So a big Congrats to you!!!! I'm sure being in the home stretch feels really good! I know how hard you've worked!!!
What about getting a math tutor and taking the math class at a local community college? Then you have some interaction with the professor.
One of the reasons I chose Indiana Wesleyan University is because it does not require statistics as a pre req and it is not a part of their curriculum.
It is a 20 month RN to BSN program, I complete my last class on June 2 with graduation after that.
I will be going on for my MSN and quite a few schools are requiring statistics as a pre-req, so I may have to take statistics (after all the time I spent avoiding it), depending on the graduate school I attend.
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online, no residency requirement program, please post 'em here.
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In the early days of online education this was true. However it did not take long for employers to discover that online learners tend to be self-motivated, independent learners who are organized and utilize their time wisely. They are also pretty good team players as team work is often required to complete some of the more complex courses.