Tarrant County College fall 2013

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Welcome! I thought it was time to start a new thread for TCC fall 2013 applicants and future hopefuls. I've followed the past 2 threads for TCC and there are at least a handful of us finishing up pre-requisites this summer and fall.

Feel free to join the conversation and pass the word to others.

hello ktm89, just wondering if you could please send me the fb link for fall 2013 tcc nursing? i've tried looking for it, but can't seem to find it. thanks in advance! =)

Ditto :-D Thank you!

Sent it in a PM!

Could you please send the link to me too :)

Thank you

Hey ! Is anyone in the nursing program that knows how big the nursing classes are at the trinity river campus? Also what is the age range of the students in the program. I go to the south campus and everyone is so much older than me it's hard to meet people. So in your experience how old area most of the students? Also what is the best way to study for the HESI to get the best grade possible?

10 students in clinical, 20-30 for theory, 15-20 for skills. I dont see what age has to do with getting a great nursing education... but it is very mixed.

Just wondering if alternates are notified as the declines come in or all at once?? Also an alternate...very anxious.

Just wondering if alternates are notified as the declines come in or all at once?? Also an alternate...very anxious.

Alternates are notified as soon as a seat becomes available, the school called my friend the night before the 1st day of class....so their is hope! Alternates must go to orientation even if they haven't been accepted, just in case they are selected after the deadline.

3.50 and 90

And sweet on just 10 alternates!

I have the exact same scores!! I'm an alternate too! I called the nursing dept and asked if they could tell me what number I was on the alt list she said they couldn't tell us that but the last two semesters all alternates got a call. And that they'll start calling after may 16 as spots become available! Goodluck!!

Hello Future Nursing Students!!!

Hi, my name is Verna and I will be the TNSA Peer Assist for next semester.

I would like to start off by congratulating everyone who got in, also for those of you that are alternatives...hang in there. There is still hope.

I am in the TCC Nursing Program and I am finishing up my Pedi/OB Semester. I was on this forum when I applied to TCC for Spring 2012. I just wanted to stop by and give a few tips and to let you guys know that myself and many other current students are here for you if you have any questions. I good source to go to for immediate answers is the facebook pages. TNSA at TCC or Nursing Students Group.

So here are a few quick tips in no particular order.

1. As of this week your two year countdown has already begun!!! YAY!! Enjoy your time off while you can. Not to say that you won't have time for fun in school but the first semester and mental health are the two most time consuming so relax before you start. Also, if you have a significant other or family then start spoiling them now. You are going to need their help and support to get through nursing school, especially if you work.

2. Books - TCC will give you a long list of books to buy that you may not use. Don't be afraid to buy an older editions. Trust me, I wasted a lot of money. Buy the current foundations book. In skills class we only used the online component. The math calculations book I never used. TCC had their own way of doing it and the WILL drill it into you. Plus TNSA is here for you if you need tutoring...just stop by the office. If you do buy the book it will be only for you to use at home and the current edition is EXPENSIVE...if you do buy then buy an older edition. The same with care plan books. These are only for you to use at home so buy and older edition. Also, you won't need a drug guide. Most students use Micromedex on our phones and it is free.

3. Don't be afraid to stop buy the TNSA office for any questions. Seriously...most of the time we are just sitting there waiting for people to come by. NO question is too silly...we are bored and love to help.

4. Bring cash to orientation. We will have lots of cool stuff like TCC nursing shirts..etc that you may want to buy.

5. Come to the TNSA meetings. You can come even if you did not pay for a membership and they are a lot of fun. We have free food and prizes and guest speakers. We've had THR hiring managers, Carefite nurses, ICU nurses, SANE nurses etc. Very informative.

6. After you finish your first semester you are technically a CNA and can get a PCT or Nurse Extern job at a hospital. Most TNSA officers have these jobs so if you have questions stop by the TNSA office and we can help you out. You don't have to wait until you finish foundations to apply. I applied for my job 6 weeks before I was done and started right after. Hospitals have people graduating every semester so they have post the jobs and hire people before the semester is over.

7. It's totally normal to step out on the floor your first day of clinical and have no idea what you are doing or what you are supposed to be doing. Make friends with your clinical buddies and you will see they are just as confused as you. You will be fine.

8. Enjoy the ride. Nursing school is a lot of work just like everyone says, but it is also a lot of fun.

AND again...if you have any questions or just want to chat...STOP BY THE TNSA OFFICE!!!!!!!!!!

Hello Future Nursing Students!!!

Hi, my name is Verna and I will be the TNSA Peer Assist for next semester.

I would like to start off by congratulating everyone who got in, also for those of you that are alternatives...hang in there. There is still hope.

I am in the TCC Nursing Program and I am finishing up my Pedi/OB Semester. I was on this forum when I applied to TCC for Spring 2012. I just wanted to stop by and give a few tips and to let you guys know that myself and many other current students are here for you if you have any questions. I good source to go to for immediate answers is the facebook pages. TNSA at TCC or Nursing Students Group.

So here are a few quick tips in no particular order.

1. As of this week your two year countdown has already begun!!! YAY!! Enjoy your time off while you can. Not to say that you won't have time for fun in school but the first semester and mental health are the two most time consuming so relax before you start. Also, if you have a significant other or family then start spoiling them now. You are going to need their help and support to get through nursing school, especially if you work.

2. Books - TCC will give you a long list of books to buy that you may not use. Don't be afraid to buy an older editions. Trust me, I wasted a lot of money. Buy the current foundations book. In skills class we only used the online component. The math calculations book I never used. TCC had their own way of doing it and the WILL drill it into you. Plus TNSA is here for you if you need tutoring...just stop by the office. If you do buy the book it will be only for you to use at home and the current edition is EXPENSIVE...if you do buy then buy an older edition. The same with care plan books. These are only for you to use at home so buy and older edition. Also, you won't need a drug guide. Most students use Micromedex on our phones and it is free.

3. Don't be afraid to stop buy the TNSA office for any questions. Seriously...most of the time we are just sitting there waiting for people to come by. NO question is too silly...we are bored and love to help.

4. Bring cash to orientation. We will have lots of cool stuff like TCC nursing shirts..etc that you may want to buy.

5. Come to the TNSA meetings. You can come even if you did not pay for a membership and they are a lot of fun. We have free food and prizes and guest speakers. We've had THR hiring managers, Carefite nurses, ICU nurses, SANE nurses etc. Very informative.

6. After you finish your first semester you are technically a CNA and can get a PCT or Nurse Extern job at a hospital. Most TNSA officers have these jobs so if you have questions stop by the TNSA office and we can help you out. You don't have to wait until you finish foundations to apply. I applied for my job 6 weeks before I was done and started right after. Hospitals have people graduating every semester so they have post the jobs and hire people before the semester is over.

7. It's totally normal to step out on the floor your first day of clinical and have no idea what you are doing or what you are supposed to be doing. Make friends with your clinical buddies and you will see they are just as confused as you. You will be fine.

8. Enjoy the ride. Nursing school is a lot of work just like everyone says, but it is also a lot of fun.

AND again...if you have any questions or just want to chat...STOP BY THE TNSA OFFICE!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you for taking the time to write this :) i was really feeling nervous about nursing school. It's really nice to know that there will be people there to help me out.

Thanks for making me a little less nervous :) I look forward to meeting you and everyone else!

Oh don't be nervous. You will make lots of new friends and have fun. This might help. Go to youtube and search for TNSA2013 (no space) go down a few links until you see the one actually titled that. Click it and watch the movie inside. It's a recap of our spring semester.

Oh don't be nervous. You will make lots of new friends and have fun. This might help. Go to youtube and search for TNSA2013 (no space) go down a few links until you see the one actually titled that. Click it and watch the movie inside. It's a recap of our spring semester.

Hi, and thanks for the advice. I'm definitely excited! Just one question...What exactly is TNSA?? Lol

It's the Texas Nursing Student Association. It's the nursing club. You'll find out more about it at orientation. We run the store, go to orientation, organize volunteer stuff, help the students, give out scholarships...etc

Oh, awesome! Well, thanks so much for offering your services! Looking forward to meeting everyone there!

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