Easiest and Toughest Classes In UT Arlington RN-BSN Program

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I am looking to double up on nursing classes while in the RN-BSN program. I realize that it might be wiser to take certain classes alone and not double up. This thread is for everyone enrolled in the RN-BSN program to discuss which classes are the most/least difficult.

Specializes in Cardiac telemetry (Surgical Unit).

I am in the AP RN to BSN program through UTA and I was wanting feedback on Nursing Research? Any feedback? I'm actually a little scared.

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Specializes in SNU/SNF/MedSurg, SPCU Ortho/Neuro/Spine.

All doable doubling up, there wasn't a class that was not doable doubling up, they all require a whole lot of self discipline, compliance, discussions, writing and tests... I doubled on all my classes with no issues and good grades, let me know if any of you need assistance with class schedules!

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Specializes in SNU/SNF/MedSurg, SPCU Ortho/Neuro/Spine.
I am in the AP RN to BSN program through UTA and I was wanting feedback on Nursing Research? Any feedback? I'm actually a little scared.
Cool class, team work! Got to have a strong participation, not difficult at all! I too was scared, took it with leadership! No books for either and I got an A on both
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Specializes in SNU/SNF/MedSurg, SPCU Ortho/Neuro/Spine.
The "Texas" class is POLS 2312 (State and Local Govt). You need that, POLS 2311 (US Govt) and both of the US Histories to graduate, so definitely follow-up with your advisor so you're not caught by surprise when you think you're finished.
In any case they are simple classes and you can finish them way ahead of schedule! Pay attention to the lectures!
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Hi There!!

For those of you who have taken medical terminology, is it a hard class?

I'm currently taking A&B, do you think I can take med term and survive both with good grades?

Thanks,

Mansi

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Hi!! Sorry to bother you. But how did you feel Medical Terminology was?

I'm planning on taking it with A&B, would you feel that its doable?

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Specializes in Progressive Care.

Taking Medical Terminology with Prof. Nursing A/B is very doable. There are 3 or 4 (can't remember) 50 question multiple choice tests that comprise your grade. No other assignments besides the tests. The tests basically cover medical definitions.

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Thank you so much Just1nRN

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is it possible to finish the RN to BSN in less than 13 months if you have all the pre-reqs and all that is left is just the nursing classes?

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Specializes in Progressive Care.

Yes, but you'll need to take two nursing courses at a time (at one point I took two nursing courses and an elective for a total of three). To save time, you'll also probably want to use a national nursing certification in place of an elective (which I did). I was able to finish in 9 months.

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Yes, but you'll need to take two nursing courses at a time (at one point I took two nursing courses and an elective for a total of three). To save time, you'll also probably want to use a national nursing certification in place of an elective (which I did). I was able to finish in 9 months.

When you say a national nursing certification? What will count for that? Will my current LVN license count in for that? and Thanks for the response! :)

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Specializes in Progressive Care.

I'm not sure if you're currently enrolled as an LVN in an RN program and are thinking of continuing on with the RN-BSN at UTA? Or if you're already an RN with LVN experience who hopes that the LVN experience could be used in lieu of an elective? Keep in mind that UTA's program is only for RNs.

Regardless, the national certifications that can be used in place of an elective are certifications like CCRN for critical care or CEN for ER nursing. You'll have to speak with an academic advisor for an exhaustive list. If you have one of these certs, you can send documentation to your academic advisor and pay $15 to get 3 hours of elective credit. If applicable, this can reduce the amount of time you spend taking courses at UTA. Most places of employment will reimburse you for exam fees and study materials and may even give you a reward/bonus for becoming certified in your speciality which is an added bonus as well.

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