Excelsior Exams (ECE's)

Nursing Students Excelsior

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Good afternoon, everyone!

Background: I have taken the fundamental science courses (biology, chemistry, physics), however, I am still in need of taking microbiology, anatomy and physiology, et al. I enjoy taking online courses, or hybrid courses (whereupon you learn on your own, and come into class only for labs), as I like to teach myself and make my own schedule (I work full time, so the flexibility is great).

I have emailed my advisor about the possibility of testing out of microbiology and anatomy & physiology via the "Excelsior Exams" (ECE's). It says on their website that my school would credit this if I were to pass the exam, however, I do want to verify before I spend money on study guides/books.

Here are my questions:

- Has anyone here done this?

- If so, what are your thoughts on this... would you recommend this, or did you personally feel that taking the class(es) via your college would have been better for you?

- I am wondering if this could possibly be viewed detrimentally on my future nursing application? (Would the powers that be prefer that I take the course via the college?)

- What is your favorite color? Blue... no yellow! (Had to throw that in there...)

Thank you for your time, and I hope everyone is doing great this semester!

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Specializes in M/S, LTC, Corrections, PDN & drug rehab.

There is a whole section dedicated to EC. But I hope you are aware you have to be an LVN/EMT. It's not a pre-licensure program. If you are interested in programs like that I would suggest you check out Indiana State University or .

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

Thread moved to Excelsior forum.

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Thanks everyone, I don't know how I missed this forum! I feel like the dwarves in the Hobbit whilst they were lost in the woods. ;)

You can feel free to close this thread, if you would like.

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Specializes in M/S, LTC, Corrections, PDN & drug rehab.
Thanks everyone, I don't know how I missed this forum! I feel like the dwarves in the Hobbit whilst they were lost in the woods. ;)

You can feel free to close this thread, if you would like.

Are you or will be an LVN or EMT?

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