Hi everyone! Just putting feelers out to see who is planning to apply to GPC for next Fall. I am taking my last pre-req, A&P II, this semester at GPC (well, almost last, still have to do that one credit Research class), and pondering when to take the TEAS. Before this semester I was out of school for a couple of years, and had kind of deferred my desire to attend nursing school. But it kept calling me, and I realized I HAVE to go for this now before my Science pre-reqs expire. GPC is actually the only school I've been able to find so far that lists them as good for six years as opposed to the usual five.
I'll be honest, I think I have a chance, but I also think it's a long shot. A lot is riding on how well I do on my TEAS, and getting an A in this class. In the beginning I was feeling very low about my chances, but recently my mindset has shifted, and I am feeling that hunger and drive to be accepted to nursing school. I definitely don't lack the brains, but I'm in recovery, so I have a spotty academic record. If I make an A in this class I will have a 3.0 in my Science pre-reqs and a 3.6 GPA for all the pre-reqs combined.
I also have concerns about my background check, as there are a few things on there, the most serious of which is very old - 16 years. So . . . one part of me knows that I have to cultivate an attitude of "whatever it takes" to get in. Retaking classes, applying for LPN as well, whatever I have to do.
It's pretty daunting to feel so simultaneously hopeful and excited about having a chance, and dwelling on the negative factors and seriously big mistakes that may kill my chances.
I'm really having to take it one step at a time. And every time I see someone in the cafeteria wearing the student nurses uniform I just think about how much I want to be wearing that uniform myself. It's something I really need for my life, my self-esteem, my family, to pursure this successfully. So that's me.
Where are you all in your journey? What are your concerns, struggles, hopes, and mindset? I look very forward to hearing from others. Even though we're competing against each other, we're still in it together and I think support is so valuable.
I got it as well however it says that it's recommended to have them completed not required? It mentions this: You cannot have more than six (6) general education requirements outstanding to start the nursing program. Do they mean credit hours or classes? This is my outstanding, not sure what they mean: POLS 1101, RSCH 1203, HIST 211, PHED 1101 When does summer registration begin?[/quote']
Ahh okay so I have 8 cred hours. Do they offer any of these courses online?
Edit: looks like summer is going to be fun. I'm supposed to be going out of town to visit family for two weeks within june and where I'm going has no internet. I have not a single idea of what to do. Bleghhh!
Ahh okay so I have 8 cred hours. Do they offer any of these courses online? Edit: looks like summer is going to be fun. I'm supposed to be going out of town to visit family for two weeks within june and where I'm going has no internet. I have not a single idea of what to do. Bleghhh!
I took all of those classes online and got easy A's in all of them. And keep in mind u could essentially only do the research and other one credit class leaving the two others to do next summer. Just a thought. You would still need the Internet tho :-/
I took all of those classes online and got easy A's in all of them. And keep in mind u could essentially only do the research and other one credit class leaving the two others to do next summer. Just a thought. You would still need the Internet tho :-/
Do you have to be present physically (in person) to do the midterms/final for any of them? I'm thinking if not I can just do the assignments ahead of time so I don't miss any.
Do you have to be present physically (in person) to do the midterms/final for any of them? I'm thinking if not I can just do the assignments ahead of time so I don't miss any.
Nope. The entire class would be administered online. All assignments, quizzes and any exams, if there are any. Usually only sciences require u to be on campus for the final. Some online classes only release the assignments/quizzes for that week so it's not for sure u would be able to do it ahead of time.
Puglies2: No one knows for sure until actual acceptance letters are in hand. I imagine this email was for those who have not completed all their outstanding pre-reqs.
Did anyone who completed all pre-reqs also receive an email?
I did not get an email but i have all my prereqs done. do u think that is why? feeling defeated over here
My study buddy and friend didn't get an email and she was down but there's no reason to be. I'm quite sure they didn't send 150 emails to ask questions. Especially if u have all your classes complete. Don't feel defeated!!
but i have all my prereqs done. do u think that is why? feeling defeated over here
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