I've just signed up for A&P1 and have decided to do it on-line instead of attending class, mainly due to my schedule (I work f/t and have a child).  I've been taking online courses for the last few years to finish up my healthcare administartion degree, and have now decided to go to nursing school.  I've never had a problem with the online classes - I actually enjoy them and have not found them too time consuming, like others warned me I would.

A&P is another story, I think.  Has anyone taken this online vs. a classroom setting and if so, how was it?  Any advice is greatly welcome as this class has me very nervous!!!

I am taking A&P 3 now, and I honestly don't think that I could've taken it online.  It is a very damanding class that does require a lot of time to study. I have taken online classes before and passed them with flying colors. But here at my school we have a lab and a lecture that we have to attend for a&p.  I agree with NurseAmy_1979, having an instuctor in class is nice to ask questions, that way your thoughts don't get lost in transition.


Good Luck!!

Hi, I am looking to become a Nurse and would enjoy doing courses online. It would be more easier for me with my crazy schedule.

Can you give me some advice on a school that offers classes online. Every one I have found are only if your a Nurse already.

Thank you for any help.

Trina

I have taken ANP on line and in the classroom.  I found on line to be much easier.  I'm not sure how your school works, but even my labs were on line.  I only had to go into the school twice for 2 proctured exams.  My instructor was always available for questions and with all of the on line resources available there were very few times I couldn't find answers to questions.

I have done both. I just got done taking A&P 2 online in a maymester. And I work full time and it was very tough. The only reason I made the A was because I had a very understanding professor who was willing to help out and also because I had a previous professor the first time around who gave me the background to understand the physiology part. It really is a personal preference. I would recommend it online if you are retaking the course to get an A because you get it done faster. My online professor was always available through email and he personally called me to talk to me as well. 

 Whatever you decide, just make sure you really learn it.  A&P is obviously very important in nursing.  I have met several people that have taken it in the classroom and still don't have a good understanding.  These people were in nursing school and it made it harder for them in their studies.  :)