Spring Arbor University (SAU) - FNP

[midwstrn]

Hi,

I am looking into Spring Arbor University for my FNP degree. Is there someone currently in the program who can explain what the classes are like. Mostly in terms of writing papers. How many pages? How many per class? How about clinical portion? Some students from schools like Chamberlain are complaining that while in clinicals/practicum, instead of focusing on learning and preparing for boards, they are stuck writing papers along with other things. I am eager to learn and I want to prepare the best I can. The school is changing tests so much, that students are failing. Is Spring Arbor a reputable place? Do you feel prepared enough to go into clinicals.

[HeartofNursing20]

OncRN15 said:

I'm starting clinical in a few weeks. The residency wasn't bad I enjoyed getting hands on practice and meeting my cohort. I actually wish there was more than just 1 residency but many students traveled from all around the country so I don't think that would be feasible for most.  I would say if you're hoping to keep working full time you will need an online program out of necessity for scheduling. Otherwise and in person program might be better if your work schedule is flexible or you don't have to work. 

How did the patho, pharmocology, health assessment courses go??

[HeartofNursing20]

OncRN15 said:

I'm starting clinical in a few weeks. The residency wasn't bad I enjoyed getting hands on practice and meeting my cohort. I actually wish there was more than just 1 residency but many students traveled from all around the country so I don't think that would be feasible for most.  I would say if you're hoping to keep working full time you will need an online program out of necessity for scheduling. Otherwise and in person program might be better if your work schedule is flexible or you don't have to work. 

What is your best recommendation to find preceptors?