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Hi everyone - I am new here but am starting at DNI in the night program in August. I saw some old feedback, and was wondering if anyone has some recent feedback?

Purple - How much is the RN bridge?

When I called I was quoted, "$600.00 per credit hour and there are 61 credit hours for the LVN-ADN bridge program..." = $36,600 TOTAL...

Specializes in AA&I, research,peds, radiation oncology.

I like the fact that no work history is needed for DNI-although I've got a lot of work experience, El Centro requires recent Med Surg. I spoke to someone there and they told me I won't qualify for their program w/o it. I explained that the hospitals aren't even hiring LVN's and they pretty much told me that's my problem.....:nono:

Specializes in Dialysis.

Wow, I didn't know El Centro had a work requirement...that sucks for most of us. Those of us in NHs, dialysis clinics, dr. offices, home health...

What about Brookhaven, do they also require MS work?

I found a wonderful sounding program in Phoenix. (I think it's a 2nd degree BSN program) They have a CNA requirement. As in, you must have a current CNA certificate and have work experience in that field. I haven't researched enough yet, but surely they would accept current employment as an LVN as an exemption for that, right??

Specializes in AA&I, research,peds, radiation oncology.
Wow, I didn't know El Centro had a work requirement...that sucks for most of us. Those of us in NHs, dialysis clinics, dr. offices, home health...

What about Brookhaven, do they also require MS work?

I found a wonderful sounding program in Phoenix. (I think it's a 2nd degree BSN program) They have a CNA requirement. As in, you must have a current CNA certificate and have work experience in that field. I haven't researched enough yet, but surely they would accept current employment as an LVN as an exemption for that, right??

True..I've got nothing but 1 year NH and 6 years clinical experience and they're not even considering this!!!:angryfire

I don't remember reading about work requirements for Brookhaven, but don't quote me on that.;) By the way,do you mean Phoenix, Arizona or Phoenix University?:D

Specializes in Dialysis.

Phoenix, AZ.

Specializes in AA&I, research,peds, radiation oncology.
When I called I was quoted, "$600.00 per credit hour and there are 61 credit hours for the LVN-ADN bridge program..." = $36,600 TOTAL...

I went to DNI's orientation in October-we were told it's $22,800 for 3 semesters. It's a 1 year program. Classes are from 8A to 5P M-F. No night classes are available. There are no time limits on prereq's except pathophysiology-must be completed within last 5 years.This is great for seasoned LVN's whose prereq's weren't recently acquired. No work history needed, no recent med surg needed and no stress/ competition to get in. All these perks are great for me compared to El Centro!! :yeah:

It's really too bad they do not have a night/weekend program like they do for LVN.

Specializes in AA&I, research,peds, radiation oncology.
It's really too bad they do not have a night/weekend program like they do for LVN.

I know...now I will have to quit working my current fulltime clinical job and get something at night and weekends, losing my benefits as well. This job would have been perfect for a student too! :crying2:

Specializes in Dialysis.

yea, nights and weekends would probably run them about 16 months I'd say, since that is how the night LVN program went. I'd be all in if that was the case! DNI was very easy for me.

Specializes in Case Management & Med-Surg.

i recently completed all of my paper work. i will began the lvn-rn bridge program beginning january 4, 2010. i am excited and thanking god daily for my blessings. all new programs will have trials and error. my goal is to become an rn. lots of people complain about the prices, but just think of what you will make after completion of the program. i am will to help, apply myself and learn as much as i can. remember i am the author of my "destination".

Specializes in AA&I, research,peds, radiation oncology.
i recently completed all of my paper work. i will began the lvn-rn bridge program beginning january 4, 2010. i am excited and thanking god daily for my blessings. all new programs will have trials and error. my goal is to become an rn. lots of people complain about the prices, but just think of what you will make after completion of the program. i am will to help, apply myself and learn as much as i can. remember i am the author of my "destination".

congrats sugarwugga!!! :yeah:so they accepted all of your prereq's? did you take pathophysiology prior to being accepted? i still have so many more questions about this program....please stay in touch and keep us updated. i'd

like to follow you and get advice so that i'll be prepared when my time comes!!!:D

Specializes in Case Management & Med-Surg.

Hey PurpleLVN, I will be taking my Med Term and Pharm online. Patho is offered at DNI online. I will keep you informed at their program. It is a new program, recently got approved. I am sure there will be trials and errors. I will be in the first class and I plan to reach out as much as I can to my instructors. I have realized that nothing is perfect and what you put in is what you get out. I have been an LVN for 22 years, raising kids and working great jobs. But now is the time for me to get my RN. Many programs required repeat of prereq and you still have a time getting into their programs. The waiting process is a killer. Many programs have a waiting list, GPA's have to be at least 3.0 and above. My science courses are over 10 years and DNI accepted them. I have been practicing nurse in the corporate & clinical areas and have utilized my skills. I feel comfortable able the transition and is quite excited. Keep posting and I will follow to encourage others to do the transition. See www.dni.edu for futher information. Good Luck!:wink2:

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