Q&A - Why FastBacc?
By Adrianne R. Duvall-Ingram, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNEcl (FastBacc Grad 2012)
Harris and Anne Clark FastBacc® Endowed Professor & FastBacc® Coordinator
What advantages does FastBacc® offer compared to other accelerated programs?
Baylor FastBacc® is committed to quality, in-person education paired with high quality clinical experiences to deliver the best accelerated BSN program in Texas. FastBacc® was the first accelerated degree option in North Texas, and we have perfected the program in the last 16 years! We boast personal connections with students and our graduates. Hands on learning with an emphasis on excellence means our program is top notch!The THING which sets Baylor’s FastBacc® apart is our student support. From the minute they talk to admissions all the way through working with their instructors, student support, chaplain, and Coordinator during the program, students are lifted and supported throughout the entire process. We care deeply about our students and want them to be successful from start to finish!
2. What distinguishes a Baylor LHSON FastBacc® graduate?
Baylor FastBacc® students set themselves apart as smart, critically thinking nurses who are great at working in teams. Most have had previous work experience in varying fields. This kind of diversity helps the cohort remain robust and interesting, and learn from the experiences of their peers. It also shows employers their ability to adapt, learn quickly, and succeed in a challenging environment. FastBacc® has a solid reputation in the Dallas area and even beyond Texas for producing excellent, caring nurses.3. What do FastBacc® students love most about the program, in your opinion?
Without a doubt, the daily interaction with faculty and staff. We have a fantastic faculty, proven curriculum, and individual support which makes the accelerated program a success. By definition, a FastBacc® student has had experience with other schools, universities, and programs, and they will tell you the FastBacc® program is a cut above the rest. The kind of supportive relationships we build with students lasts for years as alumni. When you get a Baylor degree, you are an alumna for life – graduate school assistance, life, job, etc. We are here for our FastBacc® students while they are in Dallas, but also anytime they need us once they graduate!4. Does the FastBacc® program help with finding a job after graduation? Yes! In fact, support for your job search begins months before graduation. We have a dedicated team to assist with resume writing and interview preparation. Additionally, we have alumni across the United States and frequently have contacts for our graduating seniors wherever they wish to practice nursing.
5. Describe the FastBacc® faculty and how they make a difference in the student’s education?
We have particularly amazing faculty teaching in FastBacc! Faculty are available to students, offering tutoring or extra support when needed, and they all truly care about each student’s growth. FastBacc® faculty are top notch educators with a wide range of nursing experience that they use to foster an excellent learning environment and help our FastBacc® grads finish strong, ready to take on the big wide world of nursing in the 21st century!Students also enjoy the unique camaraderie that develops within each cohort – when you spend this much time together, you’re developing lifelong friendships and a network of future colleagues. The FastBacc® cohorts work to support each other from within with the support from the rest of the Baylor family.
Bonus Notes: FastBacc® at the Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing was started in the summer of 2009. The first cohort graduated in May 2010 and in May 2024 we graduated our 15th cohort! The track consistently achieves very high NCLEX pass rates and great job placements. For admissions information, please click here.
For more information contact Carrington Boyd, LHSON Recruitment Specialist, by clicking here.