I was just accepted into the ADN program for fall 2008. I have two children 19months and 4years. I have a really supportive husband, but I also work full-time 12 hour shifts over the weekend. At first I was really excited when I got accepted, but now I am extremely terrified and I am wondering if I will be able to do this. Quitting my job is not an option.
A lot of people are telling me that I will not be able to do this. I was just wondering is there anyone out there who has been in my situation and completed the program.
I have worked really hard to get a high GPA and get accepted. I just want to know is this a doable situation and how do you get through it.
I'm just in prereqs now (have completed 7 in the last 10 months), and I'm working pt time with a 2 and 4 yr old. Time management is key. Every second of every day is planned, when I'm going to fit in work (I work from home), when I'm going to fit in study time. I don't have any "free" time to kick back and watch TV or read for fun. It is hard, but I know it is temporary while I'm in school, and will be worth it in the end.
You say that quitting your FT job is not an option... I'm planning on quitting my PT job when I start NS. I'll be taking out alternative loans to make up the difference in income. Not ideal, but I want to be able to keep my sanity AND have some time w/my kids and family. The increase in income after I have my degree will allow me to pay off the money borrowed easily. Is this a possiblity for you?
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I'm just in prereqs now (have completed 7 in the last 10 months), and I'm working pt time with a 2 and 4 yr old. Time management is key. Every second of every day is planned, when I'm going to fit in work (I work from home), when I'm going to fit in study time. I don't have any "free" time to kick back and watch TV or read for fun. It is hard, but I know it is temporary while I'm in school, and will be worth it in the end.
You say that quitting your FT job is not an option... I'm planning on quitting my PT job when I start NS. I'll be taking out alternative loans to make up the difference in income. Not ideal, but I want to be able to keep my sanity AND have some time w/my kids and family. The increase in income after I have my degree will allow me to pay off the money borrowed easily. Is this a possiblity for you?