Austin Community College - ACC - Spring '12 Hopefuls

I sent an email six days ago asking how many students are selected for the first eight weeks and I was told by Tammy that the petitions would be sent out at the earliest this week and it will be only for the first eight weeks.

ACC seems to always leave you hanging so discouraging there communications are last in line wanting to apply to texas state or A&M for the BSN so tired of prerequisites. allmost there anyone got current experience on the TEAS ver 5 test?

Just received the petition for nursing skills on this past Monday, but i am hoping we will be able to sign up for the later sessions cause one of those works out better for me for my schedule! I signed up for a class anyways just in case!

Sorry penryn, I dont have any experience with the TEAS but I would search it here on allnurses and I am sure they have info!

Has anyone taken the HESI at ACC? I have it in a few days and am just curious what kind of questions are on it. Primarily, the A&P sections. Any input would be great.

The math is STRAIGHT from the book. I reviewed it literally the day before and I got a 98% on the math. You can use a calculator and they have them there for you to borrow.

I read through the reading comprehension practice tests and those gave you an idea of the type of questions that would be on the reading part. Nothing really to study for that, just be familiar with the types of questions.

And the A&P was BASIC! I read through the practice book and another small A&P review book and It wasn't bad. There were 25 A&P questions, and seriously, i did them all in 13 min (it tells you how long you spent on each section), and you can even save a section and come back to it later. You just cannot back track questions. Once you pick an answer and submit it, it's done!

Hope this helps!

Hey, guys!

Just checked the Bb and saw the RSNG 1105 instructor already posted the notes and everything. she also said that we should come for our lab in scrubs. Does anyone know a good place to purchase scrubs? I know teal scrubs is what ACC wants. But where to buy? I don't mind the used ones.

Also, another question about the textbook... I haven't bought one yet, trying to find a good deal. I noticed on ebay they sell international editions of Fundamentals of Nursing. It's almost twice as cheap as the regular edition. I used inter'l editions for my other classes at ACC and I was fine. Do you think it would be ok if I get an int'd edition for Fundamentals ?

Thanks!!!

I just found out about allnurses.com and joined.

sigh.... I am still waiting for the petition for Spring 2012.

I applied June 1, and it feels like forever waiting.

All I am doing is checking email every single day.

As I reviewed previous writings, I might have to wait another 6 months in order to get accepted.......

1st post.. let me just say I love this site I swear I went through 17 pgs on another thread just soaking up all the information about getting through this nursing program. I am(hopefully) starting my pre-req's Spring '12 and like someone said I hate the fact that anatomy is a pre-req to my pre-reqs, but oh well I'll do whatever it takes. I was hoping someone could give me any advise on working full-time and having a baby... I do plan to work with my supervisor on my hours if/when I get accepted to the ADN program to accomodate but plan to only work part-time as the program progresses; mainly I would like to hear mothers stories that did it and made it, also if you are from a low income family, do you think financial aid would cover most of my expenses if I drop down to part time at my job? & one question not pertaining to this but do I have to get my immunizations before I start my pre/co reqs or can I wait until before I apply into the program... any responses would be appreciated, TY!!

Veronica,

As far as immunizations, you do not need them to start the prereqs. But they always advise you do your immunizations early enough because some of them (Like Hep. C) take more than 6 mo. to complete) If you haven't completed your immunizations when you apply they won't accept your applications even if you have 4.0 GPA. So If I were you, I would do them ASAP just to be on the safe side.

As far the baby and school, and work... I have 1 child who is 5, I go to school, work very part time, and it is hard!!! You get sick, the child gets sick, you get sick from her, you are always on the go, no time to rest... I am not saying it not doable, but it is hard. May be someone can offer a different perspective... this is just my take on it. I haven;t started the program yet, just waiting for the admission decision. I know it's not going to be easier once I start the program.

good luck with prereqs!

Thanks, I believe my pre reqs will give me a clue of how to adjust my schedule since I can only do 2 classes a semester.. luckily all I have to do is get an updated tetorifice shot. And yes I am totally prepared for it to be hard getting through school but I know all that matters is my determination and persistence. Hearing other moms, like you, get through it even part of the way helps me feel more motivated like, "if she can do it so can I." Again thanks for your response.

I have two kiddos (ages 8 and 11), work part time and go to school two classes at a time. I applied for Fall 2011 but was 11 people short of getting in. I already took Nursing Skills so fingers crossed I will get in this Spring. Going to school for the past two years while having a family and a job has been difficult, but it has proven to me that if you want something bad enough you will work around obstacles and push through those days where you feel like there is no end. I think the program will be difficult and time consuming, but I hear the same story from moms that are either in the program or have graduated. They are more motivated and find the program more rewarding because they are doing it not only for themselves but for their kids future, hence better grades and a sense of accomplishment. As far as expenses go, I have always gotten a PELL grant and an ACC grant and once in a while I will also accept the subsidized loan(does not have to be re-payed until you graduate and most employers will actually help you pay off school loans). Also go and apply on the ACC webpage for a scholarship. I didn't think I would get any $ but it turn out I was wrong. I lucked out and the foundation I got the scholarship from is covering the cost of classes and books for the entire nursing program. There are tons of options out there, go talk to a financial advisor and they will point you in the right direction. Good luck.

So Tammy updated the application status page yesterday saying all petitions for 1105 Nursing Skills have been sent out. If we didn't receive one does that automatically mean we're not candidates for Spring 2012?