Academic and Professional Success Plan Template

Prepared by:

Candice Thomas

This document is to be used for NURS 6003 Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing to

complete Assessments 1-6. Just as importantly the document serves to organize your thoughts

about planning for your academic and professional success.

For specific instructions see the weekly assessment details in the course, or ask your instructor

for further guidance.

Week 1 | Part 1: My Academic and Professional Network

I have identified and secured the participation of the following academic (at least two) and

professional (at least two) individuals and/or teams to form the basis of my network. This

network will help me to clarify my vision for success and will help guide me now and in the

future.

Directions: Complete the information below for each member of your network. For more than

four entries repeat the items below with details of your additional network member(s) in the

‘ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS’ section.

NETWORK MEMBER 1

Name: Candida Coburn

Title: FNP-C

Organization: Nor Lea General Hospital

NURS 6003: Transition to

Graduate Study for Nursing

Academic or Professional: Professional

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the

MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Candida was not only my guidance counselor during the nursing program I received my

Associates through, she was also one of the first FNP’s I worked for shortly after graduating

when she completed her degree. She has been there for me through all of the ups and downs I

have experienced in my nursing career and knows how to motivate me to do my very best.

Notes:

NETWORK MEMBER 2

Name: Amanda Drogoszewski

Title: Enrollment Advisor

Organization: Walden

Academic or Professional: Academic

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the

MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Amanda has been nothing short of amazing with staying in touch with me and addressing any

questions or issues I have had. She is supportive and has made my enrollment smooth. I feel like

she will be here for me for any needs I may have.