UTA FNP 2016

ammmyjjj · Mar 8, 2016

Me too!

sandboc71 · Mar 8, 2016

Congrats!! Wish I could send you a pm.. Can't yet. Sboca7@gmail

ammmyjjj · Mar 8, 2016

See your PMs

ddjfam · Mar 9, 2016

Me too!!!

MereRN13 · Mar 10, 2016

I am in the same boat. Really feeling nervous about some of the insiders not so good experiences ...

MereRN13 · Mar 10, 2016

Me too!

sandboc71 · Mar 10, 2016

I have heard the same from 2 insiders as well.. A lot of unorganized issues on line.. I know of 1 that left program for another a year ago..The ones still in are sticking with it.. It's tough.. Which Im prepared for...but hope it's a solid program ...I've heard they have recently made some changes to program.. Hopefully some probs fixed...

benish717 · May 9, 2016

Hello, I have applied for the Fall 2016 August start date for the MSN-FNP online program has only heard anything back yet about acceptances into the program ? I know they said anywhere from 6-8 weeks prior to start date for notifications!

Thanks.

jkings · May 9, 2016

I'm starting this theory class on May 23rd online, how was it? How do you like the accelerated online program so far?

Ready4Action · May 17, 2016

Hi everyone! I remember the nerves while waiting to get in. I started at the beginning of 2016. UTA did not send the acceptance email until the week that class was starting. Talk about anxiety!!! Hang in there. You'll find out soon. So far I've taken Theory, Evidenced-Based Practice, and Research.

Theory: It's the first class that they make you take. I had (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) as the instructor. The course load wasn't bad but you have to keep a schedule. I don't care for theory but the instructor was good.

Evidenced-based practice: Not bad at all. Much better than theory for me. Again, keep a steady schedule and you'll do well. I had (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME).

Research: I had professor (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAMES). There were 2 exams covering most of the book and 2 appraisal papers. I think we had about 5 worksheets to fill out but they were easy and mostly just a completion grade :)

I will add that these classes are mostly paper writing, discussion boards, and busy work. They are part of the curriculum but frustrating when you only want to care for patients in a more in depth manner. I did make an A in all of the classes because I have a set schedule that I keep for doing the work. I work full-time 3-12 hour day shifts Friday-Sunday. I would take Mondays off for recovery and do school work for 5 to 6 hours Tuesday-Thursday. I did procrastinate sometimes but still managed to get it all done. Discussion board initial posts are due on Wednesdays before 2359 and peer responses by Saturday 2359. Most assignments were due by Saturday 2359. Research was the only class so far with exams which opened on Thursday 0800 and closed on Saturday at 2359. They have tried to standardize all due dates so they are the same for all classes. I did purchase a web cam for tests that didn't work with my computer so I just used my built-in webcam on my laptop and it works fine. They make sure that you take a 360 degree view of the room before you start and they monitor with sound and video. No one else can be in the room and your environment has to be free of books, paper, cellphone etc.

I have had a good experience with the program so far. I got my undergrad with UTA online as well. I would say that I'm a very independent thinker and learner. I don't require much direction and I have the expectation that I'm going to have to work for it. All classes have a discussion board that allows students to post questions and help each other. The coaches answer questions here as well. You can also email the coaches directly through blackboard. If you are not computer savvy, require a lot of direction, or have problems with self-starting/time management issues then online might not be for you. I have found it to be great for me! I love that you can do your work when it's convenient for you instead of having to appear in class. Well, that's my thoughts about it all. Next is Patho :0

Ready4Action · May 17, 2016

Oh, and by the way, all classes so far have been $1,962 for tuition. Books and other items are separate. Classes are either 5 weeks or 10 weeks so be prepared to keep up with costs.

escapebigd · May 19, 2016

Some things have changed in this program that are very different from what is listed in this thread. The classes are no longer "open book" as all exams require a webcam and no papers/books/etc on the desk. The classes are 5 weeks and 11 weeks respectively and there is no longer a break at 6 weeks in the 11 week class. Also group work is being phased out from my understanding in much of the classes.

As far as ability to work and do this program, I work full time - sometimes overtime, have three kids, personal issues like everyone else, and I take the one class at a time track. It is doable with family support. I am looking to switch to the 2 class at a time track now that I am through with the patho class though and I feel confident I will be able to work at the same time.

The lectures that I have listened to throughout my classes were 15 to 20 minutes long, and one week could have up to 4 lectures. As far a preceptors go, Baylor has a listing of preceptors willing to precept listed online that do family practice. Also with students I've spoken to many have used their family doctors to fulfill their hours.

Overall I could probably say some bad things about the organization of the program, but overall I have felt I've learned things and looking through upcoming syllabuses I'm really looking forward to the upcoming classes where I will learn things like splinting/central line insertion/radiology reading/etc. So with everything there is good and bad to this program, but I would pick it over an 80K priced school like Georgetown that still doesn't assist with finding preceptors.