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labrador4122, RN · Oct 15, 2008

and this is from a former miami dade student where in all the classes you are allowed to use calculators.

LeavingTeaching4RN · Oct 15, 2008

Bumblebee,

Your situation with the 1 clinical day is simply ridiculous. So, far each of my instructors have given the retake test prior to the start of clinicals. And most of them will make arrangements for students to make up clinical days even if they need more than what's allowed. I've heard horror stories about clinical instructors at all 3 campuses. I've been blessed thus far and all of my clinical instructors have been fabulous.

I had one lecture instructor who was very negative, but the others have been great. BUT...I'm about half way through. So, who knows what's to come. It's good that you're having a more positive experience at FIU.

futurecalinurse · Oct 22, 2008

I will be graduating in December/08. The BCC, now BC program is the hardest thing I've ver done, but if I can do it, anyone can. However it didn't come easy. I know I have to study harder than most people to get the same result, and I did.

I am proud to say that I did not fail any classes.

So if you put the time into the program and are willing to work hard, you will be fine.

It won't get easier after the first classes, it will get harder.

I never questioned my willingness or ability to become a nurse, even in those classes that I barely made it. I know nursing is for me.

So, again, your frame of mind and willpower will play a major role in your success.

Good Luck!!

:nurse:

cooliegirl · Oct 24, 2008

now the wait game begins! today is the official last day to turn in applications for January class. does anyone know how long before the sent out the letters/email?

waiting2BeANurse · Oct 24, 2008

Well we were supposed to get the emails by Oct 31st but that was when the close date was Oct 1 so since it was extended they will probably send them out in the first weeks of November. They need to give people time to figure out what they're going to do if they dont get accepted. My fingers are crossed. I'm on the same waiting boat as you. Good Luck!! and keep me posted

nurseinprogress2010 · Oct 24, 2008

Wow... yes today is the closing date for applications!

I am also holding my breath now for the acceptance letter.

I can't even think of what to do if I didn't get in at this point.

I'll post back when I hear.. right now a week or two seems VERY FAR OFF!!

Good Luck!!

LeavingTeaching4RN · Oct 24, 2008

Good luck to those of you who are waiting! When I applied, I was reassured that since I had above a 3.0 I would be accepted. Be sure to check that BC email account daily.

MAFDC08 · Oct 24, 2008

Good for you Futurecalinurse!!

How exciting that you are almost through with the program. I can't wait until I'm in your shoes. You sound so proud of yourself and your accomplishments and that really is quite an inspiration to those (like myself) who are working our way through pre-reqs. :bow:

Any advice for a (soon to be) new student in the BC program would be very much appreciated! :nuke:

MAFDC08 · Oct 24, 2008

ps, Good luck to those who've recently applied!!!

futurecalinurse · Oct 24, 2008

Good for you Futurecalinurse!!
How exciting that you are almost through with the program. I can't wait until I'm in your shoes. You sound so proud of yourself and your accomplishments and that really is quite an inspiration to those (like myself) who are working our way through pre-reqs.
Any advice for a (soon to be) new student in the BC program would be very much appreciated! :nuke:

Thank you so much. Yes, I am very proud of myself...did I mention that I have 3 kids and I battled thyroid cancer while in the program?...so you can imagine how happy I am. Thank you so much for your response and the best of luck to you. Time will fly and before you know you will be where I am.

futurecalinurse · Oct 24, 2008

I don't think there is an entrance exam at this point.

Radioflyer30 · Oct 25, 2008

I made it to NPII and I feel so lost..We have so much to learn in such little time..I failed my first math exam:cry:, I'm retaking it on wednesday. Since then, my stomach has been in knots and my heart has been pounding outside of my chest. I did the mandatory 60 math questions in the clinical lab (not from work book A but same concept) so now I have math to worry about amoung everthing else...My first Lec. exam is on friday..I usually study on my own but I need some help for friday's exam:(...can someone PLEASE HELP! thanks.