confused pre nursing student...

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I just recently learned that i have to wait till the fall 2013 semester for me to be able to apply for the nursing program at union county college in nj i dont mind it but im just wondering what classes should i take to get me prepared for the nursing program? Is there any order easier then others? I was told i have to take eng, bio, and chem as well as humanities electives.... i also am not sure which humanities elective would be best... im very confused can someone please help!

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I just recently learned that i have to wait till the fall 2013 semester for me to be able to apply for the nursing program at union county college in nj i dont mind it but im just wondering what classes should i take to get me prepared for the nursing program? Is there any order easier then others? I was told i have to take eng, bio, and chem as well as humanities electives.... i also am not sure which humanities elective would be best... im very confused can someone please help!

Did you already take the pre-reqs for the nursing program? Are going for ADN or BSN? After I completed my required courses I took medical terminology and would have taken intro to pharmacology if I have had the time.

Most science classes are taken in a specific sequence b/c one might be a pre-req of the other. I tried to pair two sciences and to easier classes per semester, which worked out well. I am currently approaching my second semester of nursing and I can tell you that they except you to know A&P, micro, nutrition, ect...

Good luck :)

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Speaking strictly about your humanties; take a diversity course, something about a different culture. As a nurse, especially in a big city or diverse area, it is important to have a basic level of understanding of different cultures.

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Specializes in LTC.

Interpersonal communication, cultural anthropology, race and ethnic relations are all good courses that help you to work with people from all backgrounds. Or a foreign language! I'm taking Spanish!

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I would visit advisement at your chosen school if you haven't already done so. They are generally a wealth of information and will guide you toward what you need. Questions specific to your nursing program can always be asked of your nursing program advisor. My study partners and I visited our nursing program advisor last month because our program applications are about to go in, and she gave us great tips regarding grades and classes.

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Thank you all i was looking in the school catalog and am considering taking the world religion course as my hummanities elective it makes sence to me since im sure other religions come in to play when your a nurse but thank you all for the advice!

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I think ethics is a great class for humanities too. It really makes you question things and as a nurse you have to be ethical.

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Thanks zoe i will look in to that

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I too go to UCC and just got accepted to the nursing program. The electives i took were both online: Fine Art and United States history.

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