Can I Be a Nurse?

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Hi,

I dropped out of high school and decided to get my GED. I am currently working on my GED so I could go to college and work on everything I need to get into nursing school. Anyways, I am not good at math at all...I don't know division, multiplication, or how to convert. Could I still become a nurse, or should I give up?

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If this isn't just a joke post from a "one and done" new member, then let me be blunt:

You will need to work extremely hard and, yes, you do need to know basic math.

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8 minutes ago, River&MountainRN said:

No, this isn't a joke sadly.

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I would encourage you to reach out to your local community college and meet with an academic counselor who can guide you on this path. Not having basic math skills definitely will be a hurdle to overcome, but I am inclined to think that you have been through some very tough circumstances in your life that have led you to this point. There are resources out there and many people willing to help you on your journey. You may need extra tutoring and it may take longer for you than other students, but if you are proactive and reach out for help when you need it, you can absolutely get to where you want to be.

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I wouldn't give up just yet. Math can be learned. Get your GED, and then enroll at a community college in your area and talk to an adviser. You will need to take some basic math courses first before you can take the college level math courses required of a nursing program, and I have never heard of a CC not offering plenty of basic math classes and tutors for people in the exact situation you are in. Take advantage of the resources available to you, because there are plenty.

With math, there is usually an "a-ha" moment when everything finally clicks. Also, look up the professor ratings online, make sure you sign up for classes with effective professors, it makes all the difference. Everyone needs to start somewhere! Good luck

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18 minutes ago, HotSauce77 said:

I wouldn't give up just yet. Math can be learned. Get your GED, and then enroll at a community college in your area and talk to an adviser. You will need to take some basic math courses first before you can take the college level math courses required of a nursing program, and I have never heard of a CC not offering plenty of basic math classes and tutors for people in the exact situation you are in. Take advantage of the resources available to you, because there are plenty.

With math, there is usually an "a-ha" moment when everything finally clicks. Also, look up the professor ratings online, make sure you sign up for classes with effective professors, it makes all the difference. Everyone needs to start somewhere! Good luck

Thank you! This motivated me more!

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