What makes Achieve Test Prep different from all of the other nursing bridge programs out there?

This question may be top of mind if you're researching your different options for completing your RN degree requirements.

You may have heard about how we designed our programs so that you can finish your degree requirements in record time, but you may not know the other side of the story: how committed we are to making sure that you achieve success.
We designed our program to fit the needs of working healthcare professionals, and it shows in the outcomes of the customers that we serve.

No one understands the needs of adult learners better than we do, and that's because many of us have been in your shoes. Our instructors (many of whom are RNs) have also had to juggle studying with their other obligations. Achieve Test Prep exists because the traditional two and four-year programs don't work for everyone.

How Achieve Solves Challenges Facing Adult Learners

Achieve Solves Your Lack of Time

Achieve Test Prep is a college bridge company designed to help you achieve your RN degree faster. So what's a bridge program? A nursing bridge program is a path for healthcare professionals to take the next career steps for their RN degrees. You can pursue a bridge program at any level, and it is typically quicker to complete than a traditional nursing program.

Achieve Test Prep works using a process called Credit-by-Exam. Credit-by-Exam allows you to test-out of your nursing prerequisites. So instead of taking a 16-week course, you will just take one single exam and attend four to six weeks of Achieve Test Prep courses to help you prepare. As a result, our customers typically save ten weeks per course.

Noel G., Achieve Test Prep Customer

I joined Achieve so that I wouldn't have an obstacle in my way, and they provided exactly that. Achieve gave me the flexibility to engage with my school work and still be able to continue my job to provide for my family."

- Noel G.

And this is big news for adult learners, a group that often cites 'lack of time' as the main challenge to finishing their degrees. Just ask Noel G., a former customer of Achieve Test Prep, who successfully completed his RN after eight years of juggling being a paramedic with family life.

Noel states, "I joined Achieve so that I wouldn't have an obstacle in my way, and they provided exactly that. Achieve gave me the flexibility to engage with my school work and still be able to continue my job to provide for my family."

Balancing work and family life is challenging enough. Throw in the course load requirements of the typical degree program, and you've got your hands full. Finding time to study can be a nearly impossible task, and if you do find an hour or two to squeeze in, finding the energy to do your best work is another story.

That's why Achieve Test Prep is different. We understand that you have a busy life. That's why we provide flexible course schedules that meet just once a week. Plus, there are no quizzes, term papers, group assignments, or other forms of busywork. We give you the fastest path to meet your RN degree requirements without all of the extras.

Achieve Solves Your Lack of Support

Lack of support, especially for online learning platforms, is another stumbling block facing many adult learners. Nearly 52% of people registered for an online class will never look at the material, and there is a compelling reason why.

Many learners lack the motivation to pursue their degree online, and that hesitance isn't unfounded for adult learners.

Many fear they won't be successful due to past experiences. Most adult learners have their high school or college experiences to look back on, and they remember the challenges.

If you're an adult learner, you may think it's been too long for you, and you wouldn't have the support to make it work this time around. In addition, online learning has the additional hurdle of being self-paced and self-guided, which can be challenging to complete without proper motivation.

The good news is that Achieve Test Prep offers unparalleled support. Every customer to Achieve gets a dedicated academic advisor. Not only that, but unlike most online platforms, Achieve Test Prep offers live, virtual prep courses. As a result, you'll be able to interact with the instructor and other learners in a classroom-like environment. Achieve Test Prep offers the accountability and support that you need.

Our instructors, many of whom have been in your shoes, can also offer a unique perspective. "If I had to pick an instructor that I remember the most, I would have to say it is Virginia Mathes. She recently retired, and I was her last NCLEX review learner, but she was also my instructor for some of my other classes. She was very thorough in her methods of teaching. She always had an answer and never judged anyone. She was passionate about what she was teaching, and I am grateful to have learned from her," says Noel. 

"Achieve played a vital role in my success in becoming an RN. Not only did they guide me and provide me the resources I needed to succeed, but most importantly, they were always there when I needed them. Anytime I called, they picked up and never hung up unless I was satisfied. Also, when I missed a lecture due to work, they were quick to send me a recording of it."

- Noel G.

Noel continues, "Achieve played a vital role in my success in becoming an RN. Not only did they guide me and provide me the resources I needed to succeed, but most importantly, they were always there when I needed them. Anytime I called, they picked up and never hung up unless I was satisfied. Also, when I missed a lecture due to work, they were quick to send me a recording of it."

All of your fears about starting your RN are understandable - and completely relatable. Of course, we all experience moments of self-doubt during our journeys, but the key is keeping your eyes on the ultimate goal - your RN. Fortunately, the staff at Achieve Test Prep is here to help with a listening ear and ready encouragement.

Achieve Solves Your Lack of Technical Skills 

Another hurdle facing online adult learners is a lack of technical skills. Having user-friendly online learning support and reliable technology is essential for any online program.

Not everyone who pursues an online program is tech-savvy. Some prospective learners may worry that they don't have the required computer skills to succeed and can't learn those skills fast enough. Fortunately, Achieve's online courses aren't designed for only the tech whizzes. We've made our online platform easy for anyone with basic computer skills to navigate.

"Throughout my time with Achieve, I've seen them grow virtually. They expanded their resources, upgraded the look on their websites, and made moodle more efficient to use. As a result, I could just focus on my studies and not waste time navigating through websites and links; they made it extremely easy."

- Noel G.

Noel found his experience with Achieve's online learning platform to be very easy to use. He explains, "Throughout my time with Achieve, I've seen them grow virtually. They expanded their resources, upgraded the look on their websites, and made moodle more efficient to use. As a result, I could just focus on my studies and not waste time navigating through websites and links; they made it extremely easy."

Our online courses don't require you to buy special software or have a particular type of computer. Once you know the basic components of our online course, it's simple to start to put the technology to use – even if you're just a casual internet user. Plus, Achieve has a robust Knowledge Base where customers can learn how to navigate our platform.

Achieve Test Prep: The Ultimate Solution for Adult Learners

Why has Achieve Test Prep been the answer for over 23K learners since 2008? Because we understand your unique needs as a working professional and help you earn your RN degree faster without any more wasted time.

At Achieve Test Prep, you can expect...

- Courses that start in as little as a week with no waiting list
- Live virtual instruction in a supportive environment
- Once a week courses that fit any schedule
- No quizzes, term papers, or busywork
- A 94% customer success rate

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