[Jrnalist2RNinOR]

Does anyone know anything about the nursing schools in Oregon?

Right now I am looking into going to either Chemeketa Community college and getting what I think is an ADN then transferring to OHSU for a BSN

or...

going straight to OHSU and doing a BSN.

Does anyone know ANYTHING about these two schools...

Also, how competitive is it to get into nursing school. When I spoke to a counselor she said it was very competitive, which I expect.

To give you some background, I already have a BS degree, so I am not too worried....

Just would like some more info on nursing school from people with experience!!!

[VivaLasViejas]

I went to Linn-Benton Community College, which has one of the most successful programs in the state. Things have changed some since I attended the program back in the mid-'90s, but at that time Chemeketa had a poor reputation......maybe they've cleaned up their act. If you can afford it and have the time, however, I'd go straight through the BSN program @ OHSU......since you already have a bachelor's, you might get done in 2 1/2-3 years instead of 4, especially if your college experience was within the past few years. Good luck in your decision-making!

[marshat]

I think if you have already decided that you want to get your BSN,
why waste your time with ADN courses, go straight to OHSU.

[Jrnalist2RNinOR]

Yeah, I actually just graduated in May of this year w/ a degree in Journalism - I was considering Chemeketa because I need to do prereqs to get accepted to a nursing school - stuff like chemistry and anatomy and physiology

...I thought, correct me if I'm wrong on this....

[Ex-Dilbert]

Right now I'm attending Clackamas Community College, and they have a deal with OHSU that once you gain admittance into Clackamas' program, you are automatically accepted into OHSU if you wish to go on for a bachelor's degree. Some of the other community colleges may have the same kind of deal. One of my classmates was looking into Chemeketa, and currently they seem to have a good reputation.
As far as competiveness goes, at Clackamas I know they normally receive about 200 applications but only have 40 spots. This year there are only 28 of us because they increased the qualifications for applicants.
And to clarify about the OHSU deal, if I wanted to, after my second year at Clackamas, I could go straight to OHSU, attend only one more year, and have a Bachelor's degree. They have a few more pre-reqs, but if it's something you know you want to do, you have time to complete them before you transfer.

[FutureRNMichael]

That is cool that Clackamas CC has that option of transfering into OHSU for a bachelors.

How has Clackamas CC been so far in their Nursing program? Mostly good teachers? How many males in your class?

[Jrnalist2RNinOR]

Michael - what nursing school are you going to, or considering going to/ how far along in program...(doing prereqs/accepted to school, etc)

btw - where in OR are you - I'm near Salem....

[FutureRNMichael]

Im not in Nursing school yet. Have not even started pre-reqs. I am considering going to Clackamas CC.

[Ex-Dilbert]

Michael -
So far I really love Clackamas CC (of course, I may be somewhat partial). There are only 28 of us in the class (4 males) and we have about 6 instructors (all fantastic). In recent years, Clackamas has had a great pass rate for the board exams, and the college has just built new facilities for the program.
I guess the main reason I like it so much so far is the teacher to student ratio; there's always someone to help you out. Plus, we went into the hospital the third week of school, and I really like hands-on learning.
If you have any questions about pre-reqs or the program, I'd love to answer them!

[FutureRNMichael]

Excellent. That's good to hear! I'd be more than happy to ask you abunch of questions.

Why is it that their is only 28 people in your class? I thought CCC held upwards of 40 at one time in the Nursing program?

What type of grades did you and some of your fellow classmates get on pre-reqs to become accepted into the program?

How was the difficulty of pre-reqs? Namely, Math/A&P.

Where did you begin your Clinicals and what area?

What specialty areas will you focus on in your clinicals in the next two years? Do you have any say in what areas you want to learn more about during clinicals?

Thanks ahead for any questions you have time to answer! Any info would be greatly appreciated!!