International College of Health Sciences

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Hi Everyone,

I'm new here and hopefully I'm posting this in the right area. I'm currently an LVN in Ca and looking into a 1 year LVN-RN on-line program based out of Fl. The name of the school is called International College of Health Sciences based out of Boyton Beach, Fl. I was just wondering if anyone here has had some experiences in dealing with this school, currently attending, or could provide any insight into the program. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks

The school cost 35,000 unless you take the GAP and skip a few classes, then it's 24K. No fasfa accepted (financial aid) if you can't get meritize loan then you have to pay out of pocket between 1000-2,200 per month.

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Anyone know of a similar structured online lpn to RN school, that doesn't have a cpne components like excelsior. ICHS doesn't allow students to see their GAP results, and verbally tell you what you passed or not. I'm beyond skeptical about what they claim my results are, as I have several other degrees two psychology and they expect be to believe I failed that component of the exam. When the exam was very easy, and they won't give me credit. Part of me believes it to get more money for additional classes. If job security wasn't a issue or childcare due to the current pandemic, maybe it wouldn't matter to me..but right now it does! I think of a A-BSN, program that cheaper and ACCEPT FASFA...but if there anyone who know of any other ONLINE ADN programs similar to ICHS ..please let me know. I heard of west palm beach but they currently don't have accreditation.

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2 minutes ago, LPN8686 said:

Anyone know of a similar structured online lpn to RN school, that doesn't have a cpne components like Excelsior. ICHS doesn't allow students to see their GAP results, and verbally tell you what you passed or not. I'm beyond skeptical about what they claim my results are, as I have several other degrees two psychology and they expect be to believe I failed that component of the exam. When the exam was very easy, and they won't give me credit. Part of me believes it to get more money for additional classes. If job security wasn't a issue or childcare due to the current pandemic, maybe it wouldn't matter to me..but right now it does! I think of a A-BSN, program that cheaper and ACCEPT FASFA...but if there anyone who know of any other ONLINE ADN programs similar to ICHS ..please let me know. I heard of west palm beach but they currently don't have accreditation.

I got my gap results on elsewhere, just took forever and being persistent. They sent me the code to view results. Theres Indiana state university but they don't work for CA students.

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Specializes in Ambulatory (Urgent care) & Home Health.

I ruled out ICHS due to cost plus the cost of flights and hotels for clinicals. Still looking out of California.....,

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yes, I've made several phone calls and emails and have been given the run around. I see on this website someone mention a LPN-RN program thats 6 months and accredited, Siena College of Health...I trying to find more information about that or an online accelerated BSN program. Indian State I did a little research and it is almost 3 years. Nursing is a second career for me I have several degrees in psychology and social work. So I'm trying to do a shorter route if possible....however than you for replying ! I appreciate that

1 minute ago, Elleveein said:

I ruled out ICHS due to cost plus the cost of flights and hotels for clinicals. Still looking out of California.....,

yes, I heard a year ago ICHS was only 10,000. I feel they should have Tap and Pell if they decide to raise the tuition almost $40,000...we are not RN's yet! I know I don't have that kind of money yet to pay out of pocket, and feed my family!

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On 5/3/2020 at 10:36 AM, vivi310 said:

Hi jmagd1! How is the program so far? Has there been any issues living far away from the school?

No there has not been any issues as of right now. It's just a little crazy now cause I am on finals week.

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On 5/17/2020 at 9:26 PM, yette31 said:

Hello,

Is anyone will be in June 2020 class? Do You have chat group? Can I join with you all.

Thank you.

Yette31 (Marietta) from Eastbay, CA

I'm starting in June as well

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On 5/2/2020 at 4:20 PM, vivi310 said:

I'll be starting ICHS in June. Can anyone tell me how soon before school starts do they contact you with the schedule of classes and clinical dates? Also, is there anyone from the Los Angeles area starting in June as well?

I am from la and starting in June! I'm just waiting for a schedule from the school!

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Specializes in Ambulatory (Urgent care) & Home Health.

Will you post your schedule? I’m considering this school , I’m in LA. I’m concerned about the clinical schedule though. How long do we have to be in FL and how often?

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Hi Elleveein

they didn’t get me any schedule yet at this time. Call the school they will answer any questions you have. It’s better to inquire straight from them to give you the accurate and update answers. As my experience, they all professionals and helpful. I can’t wait to start this June 2020. Only you have to be there is for clinical hours which is at least 2 weeks per semester ( every 3months) And you can break down in two trip if you like.

Thanks,

Yette31

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Hi, I'm also supposed to be starting June 8. Did anyone take the gap-pharmacology exam if so please email me I have a few questions?

Thank you

[email protected]

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any questions that you have about the gas I will be happy to answer it because I had many questions and nobody answered it besides saying that it was a Hesis exam

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