Starting FNP program at South University in Oct 2014

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Just looking for other students to go back and forth with who are currently enrolled in the FNP program at South University or who will be starting soon. I am starting in October and have been out of school for 14 years so I could use any advice or suggestions!! Thanks

How did your friend feel bout the course work and the heavy load of assignments? Did she feel like she could still juggle family and working fulltime? I have to work fulltime through the program. I am nervous just thinking about it cause I want to do well and pass the boards but I also want to go to a school where I can get a good education.

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My friend felt like it was very manageable. She has a husband and two kids. She also worked full time. She was stressed at times, however, I believe that comes with the territory. Overall, she really enjoyed the program and felt she was given everything she needed to pass boards and work as a new FNP. As you know, you will not get everything you need while in school. However, she feels prepared to function as a new grad while learning along the way. I understand your anxiety as I am nervous as well. I am sure we will be fine once we get into the swing of things.

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Thanks for the reply. That's very encouraging. With so many schools to research I still don't know what is best. But South is one I will start the process with. I was thinking about University of Southern indiana. I heard they are a good school but tough.i don't want a school with busy work. I want to devote my time to what I need to practice as an entry level fnp. I love the clinical time that south has.

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Is your friend working now as a fnp? What does she think and was it hard finding a job?

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Yes i agree. I want and need as much clinical as possible. She is working as a FNP. She received several offers soon after completing the program. However, she waited until passing her boards before taking any offers, as she did not want the stress and pressure of prospective employers pressuring her to take her boards before she was ready. The following week after taking and passing boards she began working. I think I was just as excited as she after receiving the offer. It is very encouraging that I too may be able to find a job soon after graduating.

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That's great. I hope it will be as easy for us. Did she give you any tips on what to use for study guides for the exam. I researched a couple. Fitzgerald and Leik

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