Texas LVNS doing Excelsior College

I really cannot answer your question but do want to give you something to consider. I am in staff development in a Texas hospital. People call me wanting to do their clinical rotation for Excelsior and other schools. They do not understand that 1) we have no affiliation with the school; 2) we do not get paid for your training; 3) the nurse who works with you is risking his/her license to do your supervision; 4) there is no formal rotation program so your education would be spotty at best. There is a big risk for us, and without compensation, so we say no. Just FYI in case the school is telling you the clinicals can be done at a local hospital. They leave it up to you to call around and find one that is willing to take the risks while the school collects the tuition.

I really cannot answer your question but do want to give you something to consider. I am in staff development in a Texas hospital. People call me wanting to do their clinical rotation for Excelsior and other schools. They do not understand that 1) we have no affiliation with the school; 2) we do not get paid for your training; 3) the nurse who works with you is risking his/her license to do your supervision; 4) there is no formal rotation program so your education would be spotty at best. There is a big risk for us, and without compensation, so we say no. Just FYI in case the school is telling you the clinicals can be done at a local hospital. They leave it up to you to call around and find one that is willing to take the risks while the school collects the tuition.

Hi,
I am wondering if there are any Texas nurses doing the EC program or any nurses that have graduated from the program? I have been doing some research and am very confused. I have 6 credits I need to do before starting the actual nursing classes. Would you suggest doing those through EC or another school. I have been an office nurse for 20 years and before that 10 years of hospital. I am sure I want to pursue this goal, but am very nervous.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Barbara in Lubbock

In order to get a Texas RN license you have to have specific hours of clinical rotation. This is not true with master's degree. Please refer to www.thecb.state.tx.us for requirements.

In order to get a Texas RN license you have to have specific hours of clinical rotation. This is not true with master's degree. Please refer to www.thecb.state.tx.us for requirements.