HI i am new to this nurse site, and seems to be helpful to others. i have a question i am going through a rough time right now, deciding what school to go for, for nursing in ct? if anyone can give there input on what schools are good it would help my dicussion a lot. i was thinking about either naughtuck valley in waterbury or capital community in hartford or even goodwin tech privite college in east hartford they have a new program for RN's now. i have heard lots of things from these schools but its all so much to take in, i have most of my pre-requires in already so i am looing to jump right in. so if anyone out there can help please do.
Just wanted to wish you luck. I have a BSN myself, so dont have any personal experience with the community colleges. However, I have worked with many nurses from Naugatuck, and they were all great nurses.
HI i am new to this nurse site, and seems to be helpful to others. i have a question i am going through a rough time right now, deciding what school to go for, for nursing in ct? if anyone can give there input on what schools are good it would help my dicussion a lot. i was thinking about either naughtuck valley in waterbury or capital community in hartford or even goodwin tech privite college in east hartford they have a new program for RN's now. i have heard lots of things from these schools but its all so much to take in, i have most of my pre-requires in already so i am looing to jump right in. so if anyone out there can help please do.
Thanks
o27pink
Hi I just finished up my first nursing semester at Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC). It is a very competitive program but I can imagine that most nursing programs are. The curriculum, both in lecture classes, and at clinicals in the hospital really prepares you for when you are in the hospital dealing with patients. I have learned sooooo much more in the past semester - than I ever dreamed of learning! NVCC's nursing program is accredited by the state which is something you really want when choosing a college. The instructors are willing to work with the students and the tuition is very reasonable. A private college will cost you an arm and a leg, (excuse the cliche'), but all in all, I would suggest you narrow your choices down to a few schools and definitely meet with the counselors at each to get a feel for them for yourself. Lastly, I know that you can apply once yearly, which is usually the beginning of December and you must take a pre-NLN placement test at that time. As long as you've gotten your other pre-reqs out of the way, do well on the pre-NLN, and have decent grades, you should get accepted into the program.
HI i am new to this nurse site, and seems to be helpful to others. i have a question i am going through a rough time right now, deciding what school to go for, for nursing in ct? if anyone can give there input on what schools are good it would help my dicussion a lot. i was thinking about either naughtuck valley in waterbury or capital community in hartford or even goodwin tech privite college in east hartford they have a new program for RN's now. i have heard lots of things from these schools but its all so much to take in, i have most of my pre-requires in already so i am looing to jump right in. so if anyone out there can help please do.
Thanks
o27pink
I was in the same position as you. I moved to CT and decided to pursue a career in nursing. The problem was which school was the best? Well, I did some research, and found that Capitol and others have a tremendous waiting list up to 3 years. The only other choice was Goodwin College, which I am currently at. There are many pros and cons though. First off, the 1st class has not graduated, and second at least 80% need to pass in order for the school to become accredited. Yes accreditted! Now I am almost done with my pre-requisites and am basically praying for all to turn out okay.
I was in the same position as you. I moved to CT and decided to pursue a career in nursing. The problem was which school was the best? Well, I did some research, and found that Capitol and others have a tremendous waiting list up to 3 years. The only other choice was Goodwin College, which I am currently at. There are many pros and cons though. First off, the 1st class has not graduated, and second at least 80% need to pass in order for the school to become accredited. Yes accreditted! Now I am almost done with my pre-requisites and am basically praying for all to turn out okay.
Good luck to you,
Jessie
Your telling me. I'm in the first class and I'm willing to make a burnt offering (of the neigbor's cat, sorry not a cat fan!) to get accreditation. If it makes you feel better, everyone in my class takes this very seriously! I don't think we will lose anyone and Goodwin seems to be working hard to get us ready.
HI i am new to this nurse site, and seems to be helpful to others. i have a question i am going through a rough time right now, deciding what school to go for, for nursing in ct? if anyone can give there input on what schools are good it would help my dicussion a lot. i was thinking about either naughtuck valley in waterbury or capital community in hartford or even goodwin tech privite college in east hartford they have a new program for RN's now. i have heard lots of things from these schools but its all so much to take in, i have most of my pre-requires in already so i am looing to jump right in. so if anyone out there can help please do.
Thanks
o27pink
I am here in CT and we have students frequently at my hospital. However, I cannot comment on the quality of the programs. However, I work with an RN who was an LPN and went back to NVCC years ago. I know we also have students sometimes from Capitol, but not on my floor (which is LDRP).
At the hospital I work in, the negative comments are increasing rapidly about the Goodwin program, mostly from the nurses on the floors who have to work with the Goodwin instructors, not as much about the students as the instructors and the lack of consistency in the program. There is a lot of criticism about a lack of professionalism, and the program is not respected.
At the hospital I work in, the negative comments are increasing rapidly about the Goodwin program, mostly from the nurses on the floors who have to work with the Goodwin instructors, not as much about the students as the instructors and the lack of consistency in the program. There is a lot of criticism about a lack of professionalism, and the program is not respected.
I am really sorry to hear that. I have always had decent instructors, but there are many other clinical instructors that I don't have. As I have a pretty strong interest in the success of the program, is there anything I can do to help the situation? I can put you in touch with the course coordinators or someone who may be able to remedy complaints. Please feel free to PM me as much detail as you feel comfortable. I would like to do what I can to improve the situation.
At the hospital I work in, the negative comments are increasing rapidly about the Goodwin program, mostly from the nurses on the floors who have to work with the Goodwin instructors, not as much about the students as the instructors and the lack of consistency in the program. There is a lot of criticism about a lack of professionalism, and the program is not respected.
As and employee and student of Goodwin College, I can tell you that you shouldn't listen to everything people say. I have hear nothing but good input/feedback from our students. Also, keep in mind that the program is still a "baby" and growing. All the other schools were in the same situation as they had to start somewhere once.
Quite honestly, if there was horrible feedback then we wouldn't have oodles of students transfering to Goodwin on a daily basis from left to right. It is a very expensive school and everyone knows it. As for the nursing students, they will always be bombarded with negative comments. Quite frankly, if you went to another school for nursing, you will more than likely stand by "your schools side".
On another note, Goodwin take criticizm GOOD or BAD seriously and are always open to change, modifications and anything to meet the needs. We at the admissions department are always welcoming your or the publics input. As for heresay........proof is always the best way to go. I am so sorry to hear that such negative comments have gotten to your ears. But one thing for sure, don't always believe what everyone says. Hope things resolve for the better and please don't hesitate to call the president at the college at anytime: :)
You all make Goodwin sound like such a warm, friendly place. I wish it were that way for me. They have broken my heart, and about broken me financially, too. I have been trying for 3 days to make an appointment with the name at the bottom of that post, Mr. Scheinberg, and he hasn't called me back. I'm glad the rest of you are happy with Goodwin. My experience is very different though.
Hi I just finished up my first nursing semester at Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC). It is a very competitive program but I can imagine that most nursing programs are. The curriculum, both in lecture classes, and at clinicals in the hospital really prepares you for when you are in the hospital dealing with patients. I have learned sooooo much more in the past semester - than I ever dreamed of learning! NVCC's nursing program is accredited by the state which is something you really want when choosing a college. The instructors are willing to work with the students and the tuition is very reasonable. A private college will cost you an arm and a leg, (excuse the cliche'), but all in all, I would suggest you narrow your choices down to a few schools and definitely meet with the counselors at each to get a feel for them for yourself. Lastly, I know that you can apply once yearly, which is usually the beginning of December and you must take a pre-NLN placement test at that time. As long as you've gotten your other pre-reqs out of the way, do well on the pre-NLN, and have decent grades, you should get accepted into the program.
Good luck!!!
RN-2006[/quote
One of our unit secretaries is a nursing student and NVCC and she loves it. She feels that she is having good clinicals as well.
Goodwin's first graduating class had a less than 75% NCLEX pass rate...something important to ask when you call the schools..they should be willing to provide that info, if not, check out the state board of nursing examiners or contact the NLN..
Hi I just finished up my first nursing semester at Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC). It is a very competitive program but I can imagine that most nursing programs are. The curriculum, both in lecture classes, and at clinicals in the hospital really prepares you for when you are in the hospital dealing with patients. I have learned sooooo much more in the past semester - than I ever dreamed of learning! NVCC's nursing program is accredited by the state which is something you really want when choosing a college. The instructors are willing to work with the students and the tuition is very reasonable. A private college will cost you an arm and a leg, (excuse the cliche'), but all in all, I would suggest you narrow your choices down to a few schools and definitely meet with the counselors at each to get a feel for them for yourself. Lastly, I know that you can apply once yearly, which is usually the beginning of December and you must take a pre-NLN placement test at that time. As long as you've gotten your other pre-reqs out of the way, do well on the pre-NLN, and have decent grades, you should get accepted into the program. 
RN~in~CT
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Just wanted to wish you luck. I have a BSN myself, so dont have any personal experience with the community colleges. However, I have worked with many nurses from Naugatuck, and they were all great nurses.