[CheekyStar321]

Hello!!
I'm planning to the LPN program and would like to know from other LPN students how intense the program is?? Any advice??

Thanks!

[Jules A]

Hi,
There was a large amount to learn quickly so I had to stay on top of studying but the material wasn't hard at all. There was quite a bit of politics imo that I wasn't really expecting but figured out how to deal with. All in all it was a great experience and I'm glad I did it but was also really glad when it was over. Best wishes, Jules

[pagandeva2000]

Originally Posted by Jules A

Hi,
There was a large amount to learn quickly so I had to stay on top of studying but the material wasn't hard at all. There was quite a bit of politics imo that I wasn't really expecting but figured out how to deal with. All in all it was a great experience and I'm glad I did it but was also really glad when it was over. Best wishes, Jules

That is how I would summarize the experience. Voluminous material and insane politics that I didn't really expect. Time management is the main issue... make sure that you use your time wisely to study, especially material that seems difficult to grasp. And, like Jules, I can say that I was eternally grateful when it was over. Best of luck and post your questions as they come!

[CheekyStar321]

thanks for the advice!

[beep1]

Keep your nose to the grindstone; study hard and study more and make school your top priority. I am an old graduate from 1996. Good luck!

[MsLady06]

I will not tell a lie...the program is hard. The material is overwhelming esp if your not used to being in school. The teachers will even tell you its tough. You will get a few restless nights. Make sure you study early and dont make it wait. Tell your friends to keep it mellow until you make it through.

**in my tony little voice** YOU CAN DO ITTTT

[nursesaideBen]

I have 4 months left till graduation, and to be honest it's been a very difficult program. With us we've had at least 1-2 tests every day and at least 3-4 hrs of homework and studying every night. We started with 15 students down to 8 now lol Is it worth it? You bet it is!! The stress is overwhelming at times, clinicals can be frustrating, care plans may seem impossible but you'll get it done and do fine!!

[MsLady06]

Originally Posted by nursesaideBen

I have 4 months left till graduation, and to be honest it's been a very difficult program. With us we've had at least 1-2 tests every day and at least 3-4 hrs of homework and studying every night. We started with 15 students down to 8 now lol Is it worth it? You bet it is!! The stress is overwhelming at times, clinicals can be frustrating, care plans may seem impossible but you'll get it done and do fine!!

wow!!! down to 8??? I just talked to a friend the other day and they were saying how many people dropped the course. I mostly hear they drop out because they have full time jobs and it wont work out. you might have a couple who fail. I hope you keep strong and dont let it get the best of you

[TheCommuter]

The program was, in my opinion, not academically hard. Rather, it is filled with plenty of busy work, studying, and large amounts of reading. If you manage your time well and stay on top of the reading assignments, you can expect to perform decently in the program.

[dorieabsLPN]

on our first day of class our instructor said look to your right now look to your left one of these people wont be here at the end of this program. We literally lost half our class by the end. we thought she was kidding nope. It is a hard program but if you put your mind to it you will be fine. I graduated with a 3.96 gpa while being a single mom to a 1 year old.