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hey all!! i just got my lpn acceptance letter a few weeks ago and i start in september!! i'm so excited :lol2: , but a little nervous :uhoh3: . anyone else out there starting an lpn program soon??

Specializes in My first yr. as a LVN!.

I started July 2006 and finally am 7 weeks away to finishing. Boy lemme tell you .. I agree w what others have said, its a rough ride for sure. And yea, I wrote off my social life, buckled down and it has been one of the hardest things along w being a single mom. I cant wait to finish but then its the waiting game w the school submitting the paperwork and its frustrating because its around the holidays.. I prob. wont be able to get my exam date until GASP:: Feb-April of 2008. Im really hoping its sooner ...

Again, Congrats!

Any advise on what to purchase...PDA, what type of binders or bookbag..etc..

Anything specific that really helped you out during class and clinicals?

Thanks

Cardigan2

Congrats on getting in:balloons: !!! I remember when i got in I couldnt breath hardly because it was my second time around trying.

I am a 2nd semester student now. And Boy...the only thing I can advice you is to hold on for the ride.Its very challanging and very time demanding.Especially with care plans(which U will found out later ).You will learn how to manage your time really quick, believe me. #1 advice ...get adaquate sleep and if your not working thats even better.The tests you will have on top of clinical and care plans will take up most of your time.Say bye bye to your social life as well, if your really social like myself.And starbucks will be your best friend.

I dont mean to scare you these are some survival tips i learned on my own when I started 1st semester. Good Luck and you will have so much fun and learn so much.

Deshilia

I will be starting the LPN program at Erwin Technical Center in March 08.

Has anyone taken the evening program at Erwin?

Would love to hear your thoughts on the program. I know its not going

to be easy but I can't wait to get started.

:lol2:

i have a question im looking for a lpn or rn program to that could be done in 12 months to 24 months any suggestions?? i live in new york i see a lot of you started a 12 month lpn program and im really having a hard time:( i have searched everwhere!! anyone can help???? thank you

Specializes in Occupational Medicine, Orthopedics.

I remember the feeling of being accepted. Though it was only 3 years ago, it feels like a life time ago. The letter in the mail was like opening the Willie Wonka golden ticket!!!

Congrats to you all, and even when you're over the elatement, you'll always remember the feeling. Good luck throughout schooling!

Blue

i have a question im looking for a lpn or rn program to that could be done in 12 months to 24 months any suggestions?? i live in new york i see a lot of you started a 12 month lpn program and im really having a hard time:( i have searched everwhere!! anyone can help???? thank you

Did you do a program search at http://www.discovernursing.com ? You can narrow your search to only look for LPN programs in New York, if that is what you want. Also, check out your state's Board of Nursing website.

Good luck,

Marci

i have a question im looking for a lpn or rn program to that could be done in 12 months to 24 months any suggestions?? i live in new york i see a lot of you started a 12 month lpn program and im really having a hard time:( i have searched everwhere!! anyone can help???? thank you

Hi Want2benurse!!

Where exactly in ny are you located? because there are two lpn schools in suffolk county...eastern and western suffolk boces. I know that there's an 11 and a 17 month program at eastern suffolk boces. You would still have time to apply and take the NET and be accepted in sept. 08!! Good Luck!!!!

Specializes in Surgical Nursing.

Hi everyone!

I just started an lvn program too! I'm super excited

Congrats on getting in:balloons: !!! I remember when i got in I couldnt breath hardly because it was my second time around trying.

I am a 2nd semester student now. And Boy...the only thing I can advice you is to hold on for the ride.Its very challanging and very time demanding.Especially with care plans(which U will found out later ).You will learn how to manage your time really quick, believe me. #1 advice ...get adaquate sleep and if your not working thats even better.The tests you will have on top of clinical and care plans will take up most of your time.Say bye bye to your social life as well, if your really social like myself.And starbucks will be your best friend.

I dont mean to scare you these are some survival tips i learned on my own when I started 1st semester. Good Luck and you will have so much fun and learn so much.

Deshilia

You have no idea how on point you are! LOL I was recently accepted into the LPN program back in October. I remember the day I received my acceptance letter; I'd already had the interview with the instructors and thought for sure they'd reject me! LOL When the letter came, I was so afraid to open it, but I was absolutely ecstatic when I read otherwise!

But, like you said, it really is demanding, but oh so worth it, and I can't believe how much fun I'm having just learning! The program I'm enrolled in is 18 months (part time evening program). Since I don't work, I thought I was getting off easy, but boy was I wrooong! It's just as demanding, and being a wife and mother of three small children, I find I need all the sleep I can get! :uhoh3:

We're just finishing up CORE, and are due to begin Fundamentals soon. Wish me luck I can stay afloat! ;)

congrats!

Hello all! I am not a student yet, but I have taken my entrance test and should hear around Christmas if I am accepted! I am looking forward to getting to 'know' you all and have someone to consult on the journey to becoming a nurse!

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Hello all! I am not a student yet, but I have taken my entrance test and should hear around Christmas if I am accepted! I am looking forward to getting to 'know' you all and have someone to consult on the journey to becoming a nurse!

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I'm sure you did great on the entrance test!! Hope u get in!! Good luck! By the way i love scrubs!! it's my favorite show!:lol2:

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