I want to become a registered nurse.

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Ok. Yes I do. But the school that is near my house LACC is hard to get classes. Such as my prerequisites like an English class. I am really considering going to a place called American career college or something. But it's so expensive for just the LVN program. & on too of that hospitals would rather hire RN instead of LVN's now days.

So please give me some advice. I am currently a cpt1 (phlebotomist) wanting to become something better.

Thanks so much!

Tricia

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How did you RNs do it? Which way is the best way.

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You likely won't get a hospital job as an lpn. Depending on where you live, you may not even get a hospital job as an adn. I would go over to your local community college and start working through the pre-req classes. That's your first step.

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Specializes in LAD.

Have you considered taking online classes? Many colleges offer them nowadays:)

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Specializes in Critical Care.

I would definitely steer clear of any private, for-profit institutions - the tuition is going to be ridiculous and if you ever decide to go on to another college or university the credits may not even transfer. I know it can be difficult to get into the general ed classes you need but there are a lot of community colleges in the LA area and many offer online options for classes that don't require a lab component.

I'd suggest getting all of your general ed and nursing prereqs done at a community college; once you have that done you could either apply to four-year colleges/universities as a junior-level transfer for your BSN, or you could apply to community college ADN programs (which would give you the option to complete an RN-to-BSN program down the line, many of which are online). A BSN is going to make you a more attractive job applicant but there are several ways to get there depending on how much time and money you can put into it. Good luck with whatever you decide!

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Specializes in LTC, Agency, HHC.
I would definitely steer clear of any private, for-profit institutions - the tuition is going to be ridiculous and if you ever decide to go on to another college or university the credits may not even transfer. I know it can be difficult to get into the general ed classes you need but there are a lot of community colleges in the LA area and many offer online options for classes that don't require a lab component.

I'd suggest getting all of your general ed and nursing prereqs done at a community college; once you have that done you could either apply to four-year colleges/universities as a junior-level transfer for your BSN, or you could apply to community college ADN programs (which would give you the option to complete an RN-to-BSN program down the line, many of which are online). A BSN is going to make you a more attractive job applicant but there are several ways to get there depending on how much time and money you can put into it. Good luck with whatever you decide!

Agreed. I went to school in the bay area. Got my LPN from community college, and went back for my BSN. If you can, get your RN, then do RN-BSN. Some (MOST!!) of your pre-reqs you can clep out of. $50 and a test, and you have credit for the class. (You can't do this with things that need a lab, though) but doing it this way will save you tons of time and money!

Good luck in whatever you decide to do!

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Specializes in CVICU.

As someone who has attended LACC and other schools, I think you should consider your options before trying to go to a private school. Most likely, you have just started attending LACC and you have a late registration date and that is why it is hard to find classes. Give it a few semesters and your priority will be higher, giving you an earlier date. There are also plenty of other schools around like WLAC, LAVC, LATCC, SMC, PCC, GCC, etc etc that are offering classes. Oh, and by the way, you can take online classes and regular classes at other schools in the LACCD district even if you're only enrolled at LACC.. that's the beauty of the district system.

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Thank you all! This info is going to help me alot. :)

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try registering for classes at other colleges. some semesters you might be put on the wait list or even have to petition but 90% of the time you will get in!!

most community college offer great programs for only a fraction of the price you would be paying at a private school.

Below is a link to the board of registered nursing with all the accredited schools in California:

http://www.rn.ca.gov/schools/rnprograms.shtml

Here is a link for view their passing rates. this is CRUCIAL!!!! the better the passing rate, the better your chances are of becoming a nurse. period.

http://www.rn.ca.gov/schools/passrates.shtml

GOODLUCK!!!!!

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Thank you! I'll keep that in mind. I will be attending Glendale community college. Better passing rate.

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Hello dear, I live in Korea town and I this fall semester was my first at LACC for my prerequisite to becoming an RN. I am planning on completing all requirements at lacc and then transfer to Cal state LA. It is least costly this way.

You can inbox me with any questions. Good luck dear

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