Bobsdaughter

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1. CCAC vs. UPMC Mercy comparison?

   Bobsdaughter replied to glennmatthew's topic in Pennsylvania

   I started at the Allegheny campus then transferred to Boyce for summer. I'm still at Boyce. I wasn't able to transfer back to Allegh (sections were full). From what I understand, the flip flopping is not looked upon well. The different campuses D...

2. CCAC Spring 2011

   Bobsdaughter replied to kmoty01's topic in Pennsylvania

   No problem. Definitely get a Litman stethoscope, and make sure you put a label on it with your name. They run about $100 but you really want a good one - there is a big difference in quality. Look online for one - or maybe the uniform store. Oh, ...

3. CCAC Spring 2011

   Bobsdaughter replied to kmoty01's topic in Pennsylvania

   I'm a current CCAC nursing student and you are all correct in that they are not necessarily straightforward with what you'll need. Here are my suggestions: Yes, get a stethoscope. You definitely need one. I suggest getting a high-quality one. White...

4. BA Degree; Assoc in Nursing or Diploma to BSN

   Bobsdaughter replied to bsnstudent2rn's topic in Pennsylvania

   I suggest finding an Associate's degree program (look into local community/technical colleges). Roughly 2-3 years will get you an associates degree and will allow you to sit for the NCLEX. After that, you're an RN, then you can get your BSN fairly ...

5. CCAC Jan 23rd PAX resuls are in!

   Bobsdaughter replied to jmj_in_swpa's topic in Pennsylvania

   I'd suggest against Boyce. Take a look in this forum on what some students are saying and consider it the truth. There is a huge difference among the different campuses (not just faculty - different books are used, tests are completely different, h...

6. CCAC Jan 23rd PAX resuls are in!

   Bobsdaughter replied to jmj_in_swpa's topic in Pennsylvania

   If you're planning on going to Allegheny, I strongly suggest applying to the evening/weekend program. The staff is far superior to the day staff.

7. Future CCAC nursing student

   Bobsdaughter replied to emilyjoy's topic in Pennsylvania

   I'm currently attending CCAC and it's great. The academic load is very manageable, subject material is not too tough and it's very affordable. As far as jobs for student nurses, I suppose you could look into a job as an aid, although, I'd think the...

8. CCAC Spring 2010

   Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

   I got the list of required books at registration yesterday but was wondering if anyone out there had the ISBN numbers? That's the best way of assuring you have the right edition if you order it online. Anyway, I was going to call and ask Monday, bu...

9. CCAC Spring 2010

   Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

   I'm in too! Allegheny Evening/Weekend program. Yeah!

10. CCAC Spring 2010

    Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

    I'd be willing to bet that the letters are mailed on Friday, meaning most local people would get them on Saturday. That way, they get less calls to the office, (since they are received on a weekend). A lot of places seem to do this. Just an idea. ...

11. CCAC Spring 2010

    Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

    I'm SO glad there has been traffic on this blog! No, CCAC doesn't give out a ton of information. As a matter of fact, the adviser I met with back in June actually gave me "bad" information, but that's neither here, nor there. For anyone looking at ...

12. CCAC Spring 2010

    Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

    EXACTLY! It mentions in the admissions packet that you get a ".75" added to your "score" if you have an "A" in either A&P 1 or 2 or in Micro but doesn't mention what the "scoring" system is. Perhaps it simply means that if you have shown you ca...

13. CCAC Spring 2010

    Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

    Thanks for the info! I figured many applications would be eliminated b/c of incomplete information. I was surprised at how convoluted and complicated the application process was. We sound like we are in about the same scenario as far as backgroun...

14. CCAC Spring 2010

    Bobsdaughter replied to Bobsdaughter's topic in Pennsylvania

    Hmmm. Interesting. Did you actually get this information directly from CCAC? I wonder how many of the applicants had all of their information complied, (ie. were any missing prereqs, etc.). I don't know about your experience, but when I sat down ...

15. UPMC Mercy vs. UPMC Shadyside

    Bobsdaughter replied to Sharawnda's topic in Pennsylvania

    Well, I actually haven't started. I'm in the process of completing my prereqs right now. I was going to start at Mercy this past August, but the schedule was just too tough for me to work out, (I have three kids). I applied to CCAC for the Spring 2...