Anyone attending Gurnick Academy LVN program??

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Hello,

I am also thinking of attending this school for the lvn program beginning January 2012. I've already met with Ann, the financial aid office and I am "technically" enrolled. However, after reading some of the threads, I must say I am a little discouraged. Can you please share with me some of your experiences you've had with this school? Any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks

From what I have heard, Unitek is only out for the money. I inquired about their bridge program and was told that when I came down there after filling out my FASFA they would give me all the info I needed...the more I asked questions about the program, I was told that he had other people waiting to talk to but to make an appt to come and see the campus and do the financial aid stuff.

Now, why would I fill out a FASFA if I never even got my questions answered? I basically told him that I was not interested in going to a school that only cared about the money and he told me that when I was serious about doing their program, to call him back!:mad:

Gurnick is in the stages of putting a BSN program together so I think that once I finish the LVN that I might look into that if I have any sanity left...lol...

You must have talked to that same admissions rep Mitch, he must be their only admissions rep because they never have anyone else there. I didn't want to deal with him because years ago when I was looking into medical assistant programs he was the rep i talked to there and he was the same abrasive, rude, rushing you guy he is still today. You'd think they would hire some friendlier, staff to deal with admissions but I guess not.

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11th edition. Make sure you let Ann know that you already have the book so it can be deducted from your tution. Just tell her a friend of yours had the book and did not use it and so you bought from her in case she asks.

Thanks, I found the book online for ONLY $28.00! I can't wait to start studying!...When do you usually find out about the books and materials you need for the program?...I called Ann earlier this week to ask her if a book/supply list had been generated yet, so that I may purchase my books for the pre reqs. in advance to begin studying and her response was... "No, the books change so often, I'm not able to release that info until we order the books usually one month before the start of the program and the books are already included in the tuition, which we already went over, remember???"...(it may be true about the books changing but the way she said it made me feel asif she was only out for my money, because she knows I'll probably find them cheaper than what the school is charging! I guess I'm stuck paying for the book twice.:(

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The reason why they do not buy the books until the program starts is because they might come out with a new edition of the textbooks. Talk to Kamila (the financial aid director) and let her know that you already have the A&P book and see if she can get it taken off your tuition.

If you want the book list, I can email it to you. The editions are not changing, because when I started they had just changed...Once the class for January is finalized, they order the books...usually in December, like I said, call Kamila at the San Mateo Campus or Concord and talk to her about it and see what you can work out.

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The reason why they do not buy the books until the program starts is because they might come out with a new edition of the textbooks. Talk to Kamila (the financial aid director) and let her know that you already have the A&P book and see if she can get it taken off your tuition.

If you want the book list, I can email it to you. The editions are not changing, because when I started they had just changed...Once the class for January is finalized, they order the books...usually in December, like I said, call Kamila at the San Mateo Campus or Concord and talk to her about it and see what you can work out.

I would like a copy of the book list please. Also do you know whether the fees for the pre-req class have to be paid in full by the time the class begins or do they let you make monthly payments till its paid?

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It is encouraging to see such positive things about Gurnick! Is anyone attending LVN program in Modesto? I start prereqs October and program in January 2012!! The staff was informative and welcoming during testing & enrollment! Also, any advise for my new education would be greatly appreciated! :)

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Specializes in Pediatrics, OB/GYN, ER, Geriatrics.
it is encouraging to see such positive things about gurnick! is anyone attending lvn program in modesto? i start prereqs october and program in january 2012!! the staff was informative and welcoming during testing & enrollment! also, any advise for my new education would be greatly appreciated! :)

i attend the concord campus and in module 2, (about to start module 3). since all the campuses work the same, here is my advice and supply list that another student gave me when i started:

stay focused on why you are there...stay out of the drama...if you make friends great, if not that is okay...you are there for you and you only. the prereq class and module 1 are a breeze, but you really need to spend time in your books studying. module 2 & module 3 are intense because there is no break between the two modules. pharm is really hard and you spend the majority of your time studying this while trying to juggle clinical and med-surg. module 4 you will have a test everyday as well as clinical 2 days a week plus field trips!

supplies needed:

recorder (to record your lectures)

notebook paper (for all the hw assignments)

3x5 cards (can take these anywhere with you and help you study)

4x5 cards (for module 2 & 3 for the gazillion med cards you have to make)

black ink pens (you will do a lot of writing!)

3-ring binder(s) (i use a different binder for each class to keep things organized)

rolling backpack (the med-surg books weigh a ton!)

spiral notebooks (to take notes in)

comfortable white shoes (you spend a lot of time on your feet in the core program in clinical)

pencils (for your tests)

calander (keep hw dates and test dates)

tylenol (for the constant migranes from pharmacology)

coffee (for the late night studying sessions)

enjoy the journey, the time goes by so fast and can not believe that i am graduating in 6 months!

hth!

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The reason why they do not buy the books until the program starts is because they might come out with a new edition of the textbooks. Talk to Kamila (the financial aid director) and let her know that you already have the A&P book and see if she can get it taken off your tuition.

If you want the book list, I can email it to you. The editions are not changing, because when I started they had just changed...Once the class for January is finalized, they order the books...usually in December, like I said, call Kamila at the San Mateo Campus or Concord and talk to her about it and see what you can work out.

Christine! I cannot thank you enough, you've been so helpful! I plan on calling Kamila first thing Monday morning! Hopefully, I will be able to get everything worked out and save a little money! If you could email me the book list, that would be great! Here's my email: [email protected]

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I would like a copy of the book list please. Also do you know whether the fees for the pre-req class have to be paid in full by the time the class begins or do they let you make monthly payments till its paid?

From what I understand, the payment for the pre-req class can either be paid in full on the first day of class or you may split the cost into two separate payments. The first payment must be paid on the first day of class and the second half must be paid one month later.

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From what I understand, the payment for the pre-req class can either be paid in full on the first day of class or you may split the cost into two separate payments. The first payment must be paid on the first day of class and the second half must be paid one month later.

Thanks. Did you sign up for day or evening class? I'm still trying to figure out which I'd like to do.

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911brat - I sent you a PM

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Christine2009, thank you so much for all the Info your giving is great! I'm so excited to start in Oct.,(prereqs) I get the first book you suggested on Monday! I work 48-60 hrs a week so reading prior will benefit greatly! I am reentering my education later than most, I'm sure; but being prepared is on my side :) My email is [email protected]. Would love any advise and knowledge! Keep up the good work and thank you!

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911,

You will want to cut your hours down at work! This program is intense and very fast pace...I work 40 hours a week and it is so hard to stay on top of all the HW, reading, writing, and studying...working a 48 - 60 work week does not leave a lot of time left, if any, for studying.

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