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I am in need of advice. I am thinking of enrolling in the Muskegon Community College Nursing Program.

This will be a big career switch for me, but it is something I have been thinking about for several years.

I currently hold a BBA from Grand Valley State University and Graduate credits from U of Phoenix.

So, is it worth it to go back? Can I do classes while I am working fulltime? What do you think of the program at Muskegon Community College.

Thank you in advance for you advice!

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Hello rcowles1,

I'm not from your area and I can't speak about Muskegon Community College's program, BUT... I can tell you nursing programs are not a walk in the park. It requires committment and many many hours of studying.

One good thing I saw on their website is that they are accredited by NLNAC, which is great. Their accreditation is important to be able to work at any hospital (including governmental hospitals) in this country.

First, find out if you have all pre-requisites needed prior to starting the core classes. Then find out if there is a waiting list to get in. Here in Florida there is, but I don't know about Michigan. If their curriculum is not accelerated, you could get by working full time in the beginning, but once you start working the clinicals, it is going to affect your job and will be very difficult to do both. However, the best advice in this respect may come from one of their advisors, so visit their campus. While you're there, scope for any nursing students and don't be afraid of asking them who is working and studying at the same time... and how are they making it work. You'll have an amazing response. Nurses (in general) are compassionate people who like helping others, so your questions would give them an opportunity to open up and give you their best advice.

Good luck on your journey!

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