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What can I do to make my application more competitive?

I am applying to the UCF FNP program next year. I do not have a BSN but have an unrelated bachelors so I am taking their 3 required classes right now in order to apply. I have 6 years experience as a paramedic in EMS and all the certs that go along with that like ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, etc. No nursing experience as of yet. I began volunteering at a free health clinic as an RN and shadowing FNPs working in different types of practices. I am also studying for the GRE and hoping for a competitive score.

What else can I do to set my application apart? I am hoping my application is diverse and will at least get some attention. I am aware some nursing experience would help but I have had a hard time getting into the hospital without experience and am not willing to quit the fire dept just yet because I want to vest in the pension plan.

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    Your resume as it stands is more than enough. I have no idea what you're worried about.

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    I guess it depends on how competitive your program is, but I have you agree that from what you've just written you look great on paper! Do you already have your ASN/ADN? I just ask since you mention multiple certifications and say you will be volunteering at a free clinic as a RN, but don't have nursing experience. In any event, I think 6 years doing EMS will be a great asset. I was an EMT for 2 years before I got my ASN and it helped a lot. Best of luck!

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    I think it would partially be knowing how to sell yourself. Emphasize the exposure to a variety of patients and community as a firefighter/medic. I think the biggest issues would be the programs that require experience as an RN. A lot of them require 1 page explanation of your experience and goals so that would be a great place to sell yourself.

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