University of South Alabama PMHNP Fall2020

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Just wondering if anyone here applied for USA's PMHNP program for fall 2020? It's my top program at this point. I know we won't hear for quite a while yet since the application deadline is Feb 28, but just looking to commiserate on the wait with others!

They give you a plan for your degree. Typically start with patho and a writing class

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13 minutes ago, NicRN16 said:

They give you a plan for your degree. Typically start with patho and a writing class

So they split up the writing classes so you don’t have so many at one time for the didactic courses?  Also, is it possible to work full time and do the program full time? Which state are you in? What was your GPA to get in the program? Sorry for so many questions and thank you for answering them.

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Yes patho/writing class.... pharm/writing class etc. I just started and work full time. Your test of clinicals it’s didactic courses and clinicians.  My GPA wasn’t high so I didn’t get accepted the first time I applied due to the high volume of applicants. Second time I did. I am in PA. 

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I’m on the post masters certificate track so I’m done with all the writing, patho Stats, etc. Hang in there- it goes fast :)

I’m taking intro to Family PsychNP and it’s associated course and I work FT as an FNP. Clinicals - I will try to work my schedule around it :) FT Work is .... required  by my circumstance so I’ll do my best to balance?

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1 hour ago, NicRN16 said:

Yes patho/writing class.... pharm/writing class etc. I just started and work full time. Your test of clinicals it’s didactic courses and clinicians.  My GPA wasn’t high so I didn’t get accepted the first time I applied due to the high volume of applicants. Second time I did. I am in PA. 

I feel like this might also be the case with me. But each state is different so I guess you will never know until you apply.

48 minutes ago, SeekingWisdom said:

I’m on the post masters certificate track so I’m done with all the writing, patho Stats, etc. Hang in there- it goes fast ?

I’m taking intro to Family PsychNP and it’s associated course and I work FT as an FNP. Clinicals - I will try to work my schedule around it ? FT Work is .... required  by my circumstance so I’ll do my best to balance?

WOW! that’s great that you can balance everything.  I am just worried about sleep and cognitive functioning mainly.

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I’m not sure what you mean. Minimum GPA is a 3.0 on your BSN coursework. 

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2 hours ago, NicRN16 said:

I’m not sure what you mean. Minimum GPA is a 3.0 on your BSN coursework. 

Yes I am aware... also it appears they are only accepting applicants from Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi right now besides of course Alabama...hopefully this will change in the future 

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Hello all,

Just got accepted to the Spring 2021 BSN-MSN Family Psych NP Program for USA, wondering if anyone can give any insight on what to expect and what I can do now to prepare, excited but of course a little nervous getting back into school mode. If anyone can give any helpful tips to best prepare I would appreciate it ?  

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14 hours ago, sikedRN11 said:

Hello all,

Just got accepted to the Spring 2021 BSN-MSN Family Psych NP Program for USA, wondering if anyone can give any insight on what to expect and what I can do now to prepare, excited but of course a little nervous getting back into school mode. If anyone can give any helpful tips to best prepare I would appreciate it ?  

Which state are you from?  I was wondering if it’s true that they are only accepting certain states’ applicants at this time.  I have not applied yet but was looking for info on the program as well.  

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On 3/19/2020 at 12:13 PM, rva27 said:

Just got my acceptance via email for the BSN to DNP program!

I'm hoping to apply. How do you like the programs pros/cons? Did you have psyc experience prior to applying?

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Can anyone give me some insight into the program? What do you think so far? Regrets if any? 

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On 6/6/2020 at 10:03 AM, Nurse Tosha MSN RN said:

Hi there

DO you know if there will be a facebook group page of the PMHNP program? I am scheduled to start on the fall. Thank you so much!

Hey,  how did you like the pmhnp program?

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