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I have an appointment with College Network Rep. this week. I was wondering if anybody has graduated from the program. I am an LPN trying to get my RN. If anybody has any information I would greatly appreciate it.

I am finding with the TCN modules...they arent endorsed by or affiliated with EC, therefore how can I trust that the information IS what I need to know. I barely passed my last exam because I only used the TCN module. When I did NC 1 I used the yahoo groups notes, the EC exam outline, the EC practice exam and the TCN module and passed with an A (87%). I didnt study any more or less for either, I felt I knew both modules inside and out. Cut out the modules and, ...well its just not worth it. My opinion, I know. If you have just done an LPN program you must have a stack of textbooks ..these are resources too -I am using mine, not to mention the endless resources on the internet.

Anyway, regarding wanting to get out of the TCN contracts, I think its a matter of TCN not being clear about options, and what exactly they do. When I figured it out, sure I was pissed, and wouldve paid to buy-out of the contract even.

When I set up my appt, I was told on the phone a rep from Indiana State was coming over. The woman really made it sound like I had to go through somebody to do the program, they happened to be the only option for adn program at EC that I wanted...again, my opinion, I just really felt like, looking back, that TCN fed off of my desire and dream of becoming an RN. They tsk-tsk'ed my husbands hesitancy, making it seem like instead of him not trusting them, he was unsupportive of me.

Sure I signed the contract. Ive never been upset about anything else Ive signed. Its just TCN doesnt make it all that clear. They're great salespeople. How many people on here have actually thought TCN was its own school!?

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Specializes in Day program consultant DD/MR.

I have met with TCN and did not purchase the modules. I have decided to try and get the study guides directly from where I will be taking the test e.g clep,dantes, or excelsior. I have posted another thread but haven't gotten any responses can anyone tell me if they went this way and if they had any luck. I just dont se paying $495 for 1 book (module) if I can get same info either on the net, other text books I already have or directly from the test makers.....

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Tracy, I have one test Excelsior left before the CPNE. I bought the Lisa Arends notes off of E-Bay for a couple of units but only used one set. They were eh.

I *did* buy the textbooks and did the reading as outlined in the EC study guides. That's it. I'm carrying a 3.8 index. Now, I'm a good test-taker but you do NOT need anything but the study guides and the texts.

Do the reading. That's all that's necessary.

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Thanks for the reply Suesquatch. I'm gonna be doing ISU but some test like A&P micro and such are with Excelsior so i'm reading these threads too cause they offer lots of info.I won't be doing the nursing concepts with excelsior but need to pass the 5 or 6 generals with them. Did you do your generals with excelsior or just nursing?

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I had to do one gen ed - sociology. I took Gerontology, used the Excelsior study guides and the texts, and got an A.

I have *not* done a straight science through Excelsior, but I would think you'd be much better off spending $30 on something like "Micro for Dummies" or "A & P made Incredibly Easy" than signing a contract for thousands of dollars.

And you're welcome. I'm thrilled that you found a program that works for you, in California.

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That was my exact thought.....lol and those book are easier to tote around than a 3 ring module....lol the only thing I like with module is the practice tests, But Im sure I could find a study cd for A&P or micro.

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thank you. I just recently signed up w/tcn. and want this to work for myself and just need someone to say that they have been thru the program and survive.

Dawn

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That was my exact thought.....lol and those book are easier to tote around than a 3 ring module....lol the only thing I like with module is the practice tests, But Im sure I could find a study cd for A&P or micro.

When I was doing A&P I googled for quizzes for each system and had really good luck with that. Most textbooks these days have companion websites and it pulled those up so definitely try that!

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When I was doing A&P I googled for quizzes for each system and had really good luck with that. Most textbooks these days have companion websites and it pulled those up so definitely try that!

That is a great Idea thank you for the idea. I did not think of that. I knew about the c'd that come with the books and the links, but never thought of googling "A&P quizzes".

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Hi everyone, I'm a newbie here. I just passed the nclex-pn, last month. I was hoping I could bridge at my cc but seats are limited and I can't wait. Just relocated to IL from Atlanta, and I want to continue schooling. I am looking at excelsior or indiana state university. How do I get the College Network study guides? Where do I get the clinical experience? Anybody have advice for me? I don't know if the board of nursing here in IL will accept either degrees. I will call tomorrow to see if I can get anyone to talk to, so far I have not been able to talk with a live operator. Thanks in advance for any info you can provide:)

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I would start by just reading threads in the Distance Learning forum. There's a TON of information on both there. :)

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I would start by just reading threads in the Distance Learning forum. There's a TON of information on both there. :)

Thank you so much.... didn't think to check...:lol2: still trying to find my way in this wonderful site... wow this site is very informative..

Chaxanmom I read in one of your posts, not sure which one, that the TEAS you took was "super easy" how did you prepare? There's the online version and the manual version, which one prepared you the most or was similar to the real thing. I think I'm going to be your classmate if I go this route:lol2:

I just spoke to the College Network, a sales person is scheduled to meet with me on Friday, I'm excited and looking forward to starting soon.

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