Should I talk about NP in a personal statement for Direct Entry CNL program?

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Hi Everyone,

Just a curious thought. My goal is to be a nurse practitioner in the future, but I'm also applying to a direct-entry clinical nurse leader program. Since the program is not NP specific, should I talk about my goal of someday becoming an NP? From what I see on the program's website, the direct-entry CNL program prepares one for bedside nursing and management/coordinating of care.

Thanks!

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

Hmmm - I don't think I would mention my NP aspirations unless you are applying to an NP-specific program.

Since the CNL is geared for bedside and management, that's what you should focus on: why they should give the spot to you versus someone else. If you mention that you want to be an NP, they will figure why bother with the CNL?

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TraumaRUs,

Thank you for your reply! I agree with you! Thanks!

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Another curious thought, should I even apply for the direct entry cnl program? I'm applying to accelerated ban and direct entry fnp programs. I figured that if I got accepted and did the absn program I can always work a few years and then go back for fnp.

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