I'm in one of my pre-req's for the local RN program...the dreaded A&P. I am doing ok, but this is my first class in over 10 years in a college setting & I am pretty darn sure I'm gonna get a B.
On top of that the wait list for RN programs around here is long. I thought about doing a direct entry MSN program, but here's why it's likely not going to happen:
a)I'm not rich.
b)I'm not rich.
c)I'm not rich.
d) all of the above
Ha! Can you tell today was test today in my class. Anyway, I've been talking to people at my school. I am starting to get interested in the LPN program. I like it because I could still just drive to the local branch of Northwest Mississippi Community College in Oxford, MS for a year. That saves money. I wouldn't have to relocate & spend extra money on living expenses. I am technically a dislocated worker, so I qualify for the WIA program. I like that! I have a 28 on my ACT and a bachelor's degree. My field basically dried up & we were hit really hard. I'm switching careers. My goal is to become an RN and get my MSN after I get some experience. I am very interested in psych nursing.
SO, do you think the LPN route is a good way to get my feet wet? I am hoping I can apply this Fall & start in the Spring while I continue to take A&P II, Micro, Psych, Human Growth & Dev before I'd start the program.
Also, is it ok to apply to the program with a B in A&P I? I know RN programs are so overloaded with applicants, you pretty much have to have all A's on pre-req's.
Also, any experience with LPN-RN bridge programs at a community college & greatly appreciated! Also, anyone having any real info about the Mississippi LPN job market is welcome to chime in!
I totally understand the whole free living and free food thing! But still don't let anything hold you back from what you need to do....it will happen the way its supposed to. Just because it may not be the easiest way doesn't mean its not the best for you.
Anyway, I've been talking to people at my school. I am starting to get interested in the LPN program. I like it because I could still just drive to the local branch of Northwest Mississippi Community College in Oxford, MS for a year. That saves money. I wouldn't have to relocate & spend extra money on living expenses. I am technically a dislocated worker, so I qualify for the WIA program. I like that! I have a 28 on my ACT and a bachelor's degree. My field basically dried up & we were hit really hard. I'm switching careers. My goal is to become an RN and get my MSN after I get some experience. I am very interested in psych nursing.
THELIVINGWORST, ASN, RN
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I totally understand the whole free living and free food thing! But still don't let anything hold you back from what you need to do....it will happen the way its supposed to. Just because it may not be the easiest way doesn't mean its not the best for you.