I thought I would start a thread for those of us applying to HCC's Spring 2013 nursing program. I am a Veterinary Technician/stay at home mom. I'm gathering everything for my application and hoping to drop it off at HCC soon. The deadline isn't until 6/1 but they recommend turning it in at least 30 days in advance. I'm a current HCC student. I was planning on applying for Fall this year, but am now expecting a little girl to arrive in July so spring it is! My pre-req GPA is 3.86 (all A's and 1 B), I'm hoping that this is good enough to get me a spot in the program for DM evening classes. Good luck to all!
Just got back from doing the background check. It was much quicker than I expected. Of course it was pouring rain when I got to Ybor, and I wasn't sure where exactly the PST building was, lol. It's done right in the lobby of the building though, maybe took 10 minutes.
I'm about 15 minutes west of there. I wouldn't mind carpooling. I'm interested in seeing what hospitals are offered for the Saturday clinicals.
If it is in my favor, I live in Wesley Chapel off CL as well, so if I do get in, we can all carpool! But I know that the evenings are hard to come by. At this point, I will be happy with any spot...ALTHOUGH I really want evenings.
Just got back from doing the background check. It was much quicker than I expected. Of course it was pouring rain when I got to Ybor, and I wasn't sure where exactly the PST building was, lol. It's done right in the lobby of the building though, maybe took 10 minutes.
Rachanee, I am planning on going there tomorrow. Could you please tell me where is this building located? Thank you !
Rachanee, I am planning on going there tomorrow. Could you please tell me where is this building located? Thank you !
If you come from I4 and turn right onto Palm Ave, you turn left onto 17th St, and then right onto 9th Ave. The building in on your right hand side. You may not be able to find street parking. If not, continue straight ahead and park in the garage. It is the Public Services Technology building. When you walk in the front doors there is a small office. That is where they do the finger printing.
Anyone know what the book package is called and if it's available as a bundle? Is it the same for each campus?I'd like to get it ahead of time to avoid any last minute rushes!
If you come from I4 and turn right onto Palm Ave, you turn left onto 17th St, and then right onto 9th Ave. The building in on your right hand side. You may not be able to find street parking. If not, continue straight ahead and park in the garage. It is the Public Services Technology building. When you walk in the front doors there is a small office. That is where they do the finger printing.
I noticed a couple of you that applied to HCC also applied to SPC nursing. I am considering doing that but was wondering if you could let me know how their process goes. Is it similar to HCC? I see on their website that they accept the 2000-level A&P 1 and 2 but I took them at HCC at the 1000-level. Are those transferrable? Any insight anyone could provide will be greatly appreciated :)
I noticed a couple of you that applied to HCC also applied to SPC nursing. I am considering doing that but was wondering if you could let me know how their process goes. Is it similar to HCC? I see on their website that they accept the 2000-level A&P 1 and 2 but I took them at HCC at the 1000-level. Are those transferrable? Any insight anyone could provide will be greatly appreciated :)
I was told when i was considering the microbiology class that if I took the higher level class, HCC would consider I met the requirement even if it was higher. I believe that if you took the 1000 level class, it will not meet the 2000 requirement. You might have to retake it. Not positive thou.
Just got back from doing the background check. It was much quicker than I expected. Of course it was pouring rain when I got to Ybor, and I wasn't sure where exactly the PST building was, lol. It's done right in the lobby of the building though, maybe took 10 minutes.
that is great to know. thanks for sharing. I am going to go and do mine on Monday.
I was told by a friend of mine that just graduated. If we can get a head start on the dose calculations that would help for the 1st test 2-3 weeks into the course. I am going to meet with him soon to find out what he is referring to. I will share the info as i get it.. :)
I noticed a couple of you that applied to HCC also applied to SPC nursing. I am considering doing that but was wondering if you could let me know how their process goes. Is it similar to HCC? I see on their website that they accept the 2000-level A&P 1 and 2 but I took them at HCC at the 1000-level. Are those transferrable? Any insight anyone could provide will be greatly appreciated :)
Before joining her current HCC Nuclear Med program my wife applied for SPC nursing. They gave her elective BSC courses for HCC's A&P at first, but they changes it to their BSC2085(L)/86(L) after she appealed it based on the curriculum being the same. Their nursing app is free. Only issue is they give preference to Pinellas County residents first. Marissa was automatically denied due to their being more "qualified" Pinellas County residents than spots available.
There's another option that I considered, that you might like. Pinellas County Technical School has an LPN program that is half online with clinicals on a weekend. After this you could do the transition online at Excelsior, or a community college.
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Just got back from doing the background check. It was much quicker than I expected. Of course it was pouring rain when I got to Ybor, and I wasn't sure where exactly the PST building was, lol. It's done right in the lobby of the building though, maybe took 10 minutes.