Hello everyone,
I hadn't seen a post for the upcoming application year for nursing at CBC, so figured I would get one started so that we could all go thru the anticipation/application process together lol!
Anyone care to share their index and TEAS scores?
It's my first time applying so I am so nervous and not sure what to expect.
2 minutes ago, Itwillallbeworthit23 said:Oh my gosh...I cant wait!!!! Thanks falconersys for the tips and communication offer! Hopefully we will all see you at the orientation! Any tips on supplies you find helpful in the program ?...because Supplies are a girls bestfriend, of course
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Absolutely! Oh my gosh, so many.
That's honesty the main things. I'm sure you'll purchase more things as you go (like an injection pad to practice injections), but that is the bulk of it, including your books! ? Great question!
3 minutes ago, KaraBear22 said:Thank you so much for the tips! One of my worries is working during school. I currently work weekends with a set schedule Friday 3pm-Sunday 10pm. I do have downtime which is nice. Anyone else planning on working full time in the program? I hope this is bearable.
Nobody I know in the program works full time, and I only know a handful of people who work part-time (myself included). The majority don't work at all, it's just frankly too much. I also only work Friday-Sunday, and the only reason I'm able to while in school is because of the downtime in which I can study.
Some resources to check out:
1. Foundation scholarship at CBC (can apply specifically as a student nurse - fill this out!)
2. STEPP program - make monthly payments towards your tuition so you don't need to take out a loan.
3. IF you work - check if your employer has tuition reimbursement.
First of all @falconersys, THANK YOU so much for all the information! So very helpful.
If I get accepted, I will go very part time at my current company. My schedule is somewhat flexible, but I'm thinking about 10-12 hours a week. If I find it's too much, I will take a student loan. I remember in one of the pre nursing sessions they said it would be difficult to work, especially full time, but some people have to so each person has a different situation.
Also, you will DEFINITELY need at least a 2 inch binder (or bigger) for your theory class! Someone was asking about work as well. I managed to work about 25 hours a week during my first year. However, I would HIGHLY recommend applying for Kadlec's extern program once you've been accepted into the nursing program. You get paid to work, money for school, and a step up when applying for RN positions. My only regret is not doing it in my first year! Lastly, apply for the foundation scholarship. I have yet to hear of any nursing student that hasn't received anything from that scholarship. Good luck to you all!
@cbcstudentnurse01 how do you apply for the kadlec’s extern program?
@falconersys Thank you so much for all your tips- I currently have an ipad pro and just started using it in my biochem class this quarter. I download the powerpoints into notability and take notes and record the lecture and it has literally changed my life in the paper world-I use way less and all my notes are backed up and in one spot! Hopefully I wont have problems using the programs in nursing school with it, if I get accepted. I will definitely be buying the Saunders comprehensive review for NCLEX- Ive heard its a must!
Ahh..Soo excited!
falconersys
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Hi all! I've commented on this thread before, but if we haven't had a chance to talk, I'm Sydney. I'm the secretary for the ASN (Association of Student Nurses) at CBC. Be expecting letters soon! Can't wait to meet you all at orientation ?
A few quick tips/reminders:
If you have any majorly pressing questions that really need to be answered, feel free to post them here or send me a message. I'm also more than happy to answer questions via text or email, and I can give you mine via PM if you ask.
Congrats future nurses!