UVM MEPN 2011

[als224]

I'm currently in the process of applying to UVM's MEPN program for 2011, and am particularly interested in the psychiatric mental health nursing track. Any other applicants out there? Any current students or alumni with advice, etc?

Thanks!

[manyapples]

Can you shed any light on the background of people in your class? I'm curious about academics (do you know if people had primarily science degrees ?), prior medical experience (EMT's, hospital volunteers, none?), non-medical careers, and age range.

Sure, the degrees ranged from science to business, with a more than half being science. More than half the class has prior medical experience. But there's a healthy variety of non-science degrees, and non-medical careers. The age range is mid-twenties to early fifties.

[StarofLifeRN]

Thanks so much! That helps... I got the impression from last year's discussion thread and the info session with faculty that there is a real mix of people. It's nice to know that for sure. And your point about the waiting list is also good - as long as the first letter isn't a denial, there is still hope!

[bleugrass]

Hi all,

If you are interested in the Psych NP track at UVM, then make sure you speak with someone about the direction of the program before committing to attend. I was a student in the MEPN program, and the pre-licensure year is definitely intense, but does make you a registered nurse in one year (for the past two years everyone has passed the NCLEX on the first try). If you're considering moving to VT for the program, or want more info feel free to send me a private message.

I am interested in hearing your impression and thoughts of the direction of the program! Specifically, the psych. track as that is the track that I have applied to. Im guessing that you left the program to pursue a midwife track elsewhere?