Walden University has new FNP and AGNP Programs

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Walden has started new a new FNP and AGNP enrolling now for start date in Sept, Oct, and Dec. hope this is helpful to people that are interested.

Specializes in Geriatrics, Family Practice.

If its the group a fellow WGU graduate made then yes its a private group..I will let her know that students are trying to join so she can open it.You do have to be invited to the group as of right now.

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Specializes in Hospice, Med/Surg, MR/DD.

Thank you TiffanyRN!!

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Specializes in Geriatrics, Family Practice.

You're welcome and she is in the process of making it a public group.

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Specializes in Hospice, Med/Surg, MR/DD.

TiffanyRN!! I just sent a request to join the group my name is Yolanda Hunter

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What are the admissions requirements? I cant find the page on that...

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Hello Everyone,

I am also looking to join MSN FNP at Walden University. I am wondering about clinical part because I am not working right now. SO, I will be thankful if someone provides me some info about clinical for FNP.

Thanks!!

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I heard that walden is not board of nursing approval it the state which mean that most states will reject you getting license as a FNP OR AGNP after graduation, plus I also heard they will mess with your money.

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Specializes in OR.

I am considering the FNP program, but am really scared that I won't be able to get a job because of the reputation of this school. I have tried to do some research on Walden but only get "really really" bad and "okay" reviews. Have any of you heard good things from the school and/or what made you decide to pursue this program?

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Specializes in Critical Care, ICU.
Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Eligibility Criteria - American Nurses Credentialing Center - ANCC this is the ANCC's FNP certification eligibility criteria. The "differential diagnosis and disease management" is the only requirement that I couldn't see a specific class for but seems the practicum classes would likely cover that. I am going to check with Walden to see what they say about that. Walden is listed on the CCNE's website as being accredited for "masters" program in general, I spoke to someone at the CCNE who confirmed that the FNP falls under that accreditation. I spoke to someone at the ANCC who stated the criteria listed on the link I provided above is it, meet the criteria, you can sit for the exam. One of the nursing instructors at Graceland University (where I obtained my BSN) is attending Walden for the MSN Educator and likes it, has no complaints. I'm still undecided as to which program I will attend (Graceland or Walden), cost really is the issue for me, I am still paying off 30k for my BSN at Graceland. I heard from Walden the other day and was informed my application is in progress...I applied the middle of May. Every schools FNP program had a first year at some point....I really don't want that to be a big issue for me, but it is. After grilling some of the docs I work with in my ICU, they all seem to agree that if you pass your certification that's really all that matters. Through your work experience and practicums you have proven yourself and made those valuable contacts...so landing a position shouldn't be any more difficult for a Walden grad as for any other grad...
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I live in North Carolina and Im not sure if they will be taking students from NC. I will be calling tomorrow to Inquire!

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Specializes in Critical Care, ICU.

They have a list of approved states on their web site. It's a big list but if your state isn't on it yet it's best to wait til it is...

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Anyone accepted to FNP from Texas. Does Walden provide clinical sites or do the student find that on your own. Also are you worried about finding job due to being online university only. Thanks

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