I am a RN. I woud like to pursue online BSN. I came across Grand canyon university.  Does anyone know anything about this univesity.  Is this a accredited university and not a dipoma mill.

According to  the U of Illinois Admissions counselor, "any online school for BSN completion program should be accredited by ONE of the following , esp if you are planning to go on for a MSN. Other programs won't be accepted. That would be CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education)  or  NLNAC (National League of Nursing Accredication Commission). Grand Canyon said (and so does their website) that they are accredited by CCNE.

Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Also, both the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Arizona State Board of Nursing accredit the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program.

Grand Canyon University is definitely NOT a diploma mill.

thanks so much for this info.  I woud like to know if I attend grand canyon university for BSN. I  Would lke to know wheter I would still be able to obtain a MSN from this colege? 

HI:

 I want to become a elementary public school teacher in NYC.  However, I work 8 hrs a day and would find it impossible for me to attend traditional schools like hunter or City College.  So, I have decided to research masters in education programs leading to licensure and that are offered completely online.  I am seriously considering Grand Canyon University.  I would like to know if their Masters of Art in Education requires fieldwork, and if so can I postpone it until the last part of the masters program?  Will I be able to do my student teaching in NYC?  Thanks a lot for your help.

 

ferraro2:

thanks so much for this info.  I woud like to know if I attend grand canyon university for BSN. I  Would lke to know wheter I would still be able to obtain a MSN from this colege? 

Yes, GCU offers a MS in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems.

cwhite:

HI:

 I want to become a elementary public school teacher in NYC.  However, I work 8 hrs a day and would find it impossible for me to attend traditional schools like hunter or City College.  So, I have decided to research masters in education programs leading to licensure and that are offered completely online.  I am seriously considering Grand Canyon University.  I would like to know if their Masters of Art in Education requires fieldwork, and if so can I postpone it until the last part of the masters program?  Will I be able to do my student teaching in NYC?  Thanks a lot for your help.

Good questions, but ones probably best answered by a GCU enrollment counselor. First, however, I would advise you to go through http://schools.nyc.gov/teachnyc/ which talks specifically about how to become a New York City public school teacher! It's a great resource.

I'm so glad you are doing your research and you are definitely asking the right questions.  I am actually an enrollment counselor for Grand Canyon University and would be happy to answer any questions you have and point you to some resources to research.

 Accreditation is the MOST important thing when you are choosing a college: visit http://www.elearners.com/college/gcu/ for specific information on this.

 GCU is a traditional private Christian college with dorms, sports...etc. and has been around since 1949.  A LOT of their programs are now 100% available online, including the RN to BSN.  Some of the highlights of GCU's program that differs from others you will find is that GCU does a "block transfer" of your credits so you won't have pre-requisits like Algebra to do.  It's 15 classes, 100% online, no clinical rotations, and no manditory outside group work.  It's designed and taught by RN's.  I wish you the best in the search for the right BSN program!  ~Kim 

GCU has several MSN programs that are highly recognized and accredited:

 MSN-Leadership, MSN-Education, MBA and MSN-Leadership dual program, FNP, CNP

You can see the list of classes in each of the programs at http://www.elearners.com/college/gcu/

GCU's Masters in Elementary Education is 45 credits and is completely online until your student teaching requirement at the end of your program (16 weeks full time).  GCU has representatives nationwide that help set up the student teaching in your area in a state approved school.  GCU's program is a state approved education progam.. but they always recommend that you gain approval/confirmation through the State Board of Education in the state you are wanting to teach. For more info (look at the IR program for credential)http://www.elearners.com/college/gcu/; I am actually an enrollment counselor for GCU.

krae:

GCU's program is a state approved education progam..

Which state?  Do you have a list of states that recognize this program as a teaching credential?

-=Steve=- 

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M.A., Educational Tech Leadership, George Washington University
Doctor of Health Education, A.T. Still University, in progress

I am from AZ and I know a ton of our hosptial nurses have attended GCU nursing programs.  They all speak very highly of the program and it is difficult - rigious.  They said it was a great expereince and the teachers are great.  I know they have a ton of different programs and are ranked one of the largest nursing schools in the state (bigger than the state schools).  I know they are a traditional school so they are not like UOP or other online schools. 

 

Best of luck!

They are actually rolling out a RN to MSN program this year.  Check out their website!

 

 

keldel01:

I know they are a traditional school so they are not like UOP or other online schools.

As a correction, the University of Phoenix has campuses all over the country.  In fact, I believe they have more students on campus than online. 

-=Steve=- 

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B.S., Info Sys, Charter Oak State College
M.A., Educational Tech Leadership, George Washington University
Doctor of Health Education, A.T. Still University, in progress

Hi, I received one of my masters from Grand Canyon University.  The school is not a diploma mill, it is regionally accredited by one of the 6 regional accrediting bodies.  The classes are 8 weeks and you normally have at least 2 group projects in each class.  Assignments range from projects and papers you have to write.  I received an Education Masters from the school, so I dont know how the Nursing programs work, but I am sure it is the same.  The school has flexible start dates, so a person can enroll every 8 weeks.  I hope that helps.