So I have recently decided to pursue an advanced degree specifically a DNP degree in a FNP track so that I have the most options. I have varied interests including ICU/ER, peds, surgery so it is difficult to narrow down DNP track options. That being set aside, does anyone know of a good tool to sift through the 100s of programs nationally? Something that allows me to filter out certain aspects that I am not interested in.
Things for me to consider:
-I am leary of total online programs (completely new approach for me) - i've read about some quality ones and would love to hear more
-I have a BSN and a full year of nursing exp (med/surg, card, ortho, trauma) and want a BSN to DNP program as this is the where the field is heading and am not interested in having to come back to school 3 yrs down the road to get a DNP from a MSN.
-I prefer (although its not a must have) a program that assists in helping students arrange preceptors (I dont agree in giving a school $50+k and than having to arrange my own preceptor(s))
-Affordability is important but not everything as I am a Veteran and have options available to me to offset program costs IF the program is worth the costs
I think that's the most important things to me. I appreciate your help in this. I have read tons of threads here but i've yet to find a good way to sift through the programs other than just visiting each website one by one (ugh).
I didn't think USI has a BSN to DNP program. Or are you talking about a different south indiana school?
They don't. I am also considering MSN programs now just to open my options. Honesty I just wish I could be in South Bama's Emergency program. The dual FNP/ANP cert is really appealing to me as I am unsure of where I'd like to settle career wise. Nevertheless, I want to get started sooner rather than later so going FNP initially provides a good base knowledge and than I can add the ANP cert later.
If you find an online program from BSN to DNP please share! I am still in the AS program and I have a ways to go but I am in my 30's and would like to get all school done with asap! Thanks!
If you find an online program from BSN to DNP please share! I am still in the AS program and I have a ways to go but I am in my 30's and would like to get all school done with asap! Thanks!
There are a couple that I have looked into that are reputable. The University of South Alabama and Frontier. Both have students and alumni that seem to frequent these boards.
As far as getting it all done as fast as possible, you sound a lot like I did when I started school. I am 33, have 5 kids, and just needed to be done. I just graduated with my BSN, and am now going to wait a year or two. Here's why. First, you only know what you know. Going through my senior practicum drove that point home. It is one thing to read about respiratory distress, a code, etc,but it is something entirely different to be there in that situation. All I can say is that it is very humbling.
Secondly to go from being a new grad nurse to a provider in one swoop is a lot. I know that it takes a few years, and that it can be done. I just don't know that it should be.
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I didn't think USI has a BSN to DNP program. Or are you talking about a different south indiana school?