If I start studying for the CPNE now and throughout the entire Excelsior program?

[Ultraposh]

Do you think I could cut that 3 month prep at the end to 1.5?I plan to watch robs video several times a week (no idea how long it is)Practice at least an hr everyday, there will be a couple days a month where I do 3 hours.Careplan prep once a month. Before you suggest I don't because it may take time away from exam study realize that I have more potential study time than the average person. I have 8 hours of potential study time at my job, and 8 hours of potential study time at home. 8 hours of sleep a day. So that's 16 hrs daily as far as POTENTIAL. More realistically, on average ill probably be pulling 10 hrs based on the idea I may take a break at work to watch a movie or show or something (home case overnight ) and some downtime at home or to do errands.

[BarbaraNM, ASN, RN]

Thanks! Before I can see the light, though... I have a 580 page Study Guide to get through!! It is a monster!!

Yes, they give grades on the exams and classes. I have mostly A's and a few B's. Plus a 'pass' in some of the prereqs. One thing I did that I should have done differently... my Math class was accepted by Excelsior, but not by two colleges in my state. (Also going for an Associate's Degree in EMS) I used ALEKS beginning algebra and should have used college algebra. Looking ahead to BSN, if I do it, I will have to retake Math.

[Ultraposh]

Yes I jusf found that out a few days ago! I wonder if I saw your comment somehwhere?? I don't remember who's but I remember reading that same thing and I figured I'd do college algebra instead. Math is my kryptonite though ugh. You aren't using any cpne prep? I hear Rob condenses the cpne guide nicely. I plan to buy his videos and try to do sherry tailors workshop. I will most likely do an online workshop but i could do an in person it will be much better. Are you buying Robs videos??

[BarbaraNM, ASN, RN]

Might've been my comment… I think I said that in another forum. Good plan! college algebra should be more widely accepted.

I will be doing a workshop or maybe 2 for CPNE. Yes, Sheri's for sure... Online, in person, maybe both. Possibly Rob's too. I have Lab supplies but everyone says to read the study guide first. There are no shortcuts in prepping for CPNE. I have recently known and heard of many people that have failed. I will NOT take it lightly!!

Happy studying!!! Good night!