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

Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.
43 minutes ago, Dee.Ari said:

Who is your admissions advisor?

I'm starting Nov 8th and asked about taking Pharm with Med Surg and Psych but my admissions advisor said it's not possible... How did you get around this?

I'd really hate to waste an entire semester taking a 3 unit Pharm class.

Write a letter stating you would like to request all 3 classes.  Send it to admissions (email) they have the last say at the end of the day.  Good luck!

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2 hours ago, YappaYee said:

That’s why it’s always best to do what’s best for you!  People will bring up these “pass rates” all day long but at the end of the day, you do what you feel is right for you.  

 

You, YappaYee added this to my previous comments. Please do not put words in my mouth!

 I do bring up pass rates because that is where the rubber meets the road. When investigating schools the NCLEX pass rate is one of the best data item to evaluate the school..and while at looking at pass rates  see if there is an exit exam that must be passed to graduate and even take the NCLEX. Pass rates can be manipulated by limiting the students who have great grades to take it and preventing others from taking it. So if only the best take it: 

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Real-life  for ICHS is : Pass rate 2018 to 2020 = 67.61%  2 out of 3 pass. Subsequent rates are 40 % pass each additional time for all programs

 

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.
24 minutes ago, londonflo said:

You, YappaYee added this to my previous comments. Please do not put words in my mouth!

 I do bring up pass rates because that is where the rubber meets the road. When investigating schools the NCLEX pass rate is one of the best data item to evaluate the school..and while at looking at pass rates  see if there is an exit exam that must be passed to graduate and even take the NCLEX. Pass rates can be manipulated by limiting the students who have great grades to take it and preventing others from taking it. So if only the best take it: 

 

I’m not putting words in anyone’s mouth, with 44 years experience I’m sure you know what your taking about.  Have a good day ☺️

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.
40 minutes ago, londonflo said:

You, YappaYee added this to my previous comments. Please do not put words in my mouth!

 I do bring up pass rates because that is where the rubber meets the road. When investigating schools the NCLEX pass rate is one of the best data item to evaluate the school..and while at looking at pass rates  see if there is an exit exam that must be passed to graduate and even take the NCLEX. Pass rates can be manipulated by limiting the students who have great grades to take it and preventing others from taking it. So if only the best take it: 

 

If we want to go to a school that has a pass rate of “0.00%” then that’s our choice.  We don’t need a mediator to make that choice for us, but I understand some people are really concerned for our well being.  Take care ☺️

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Specializes in oncology.
4 hours ago, YappaYee said:

If we want to go to a school that has a pass rate of “0.00%” then that’s our choice.  

Yes that is your choice but who, in their right mind chooses a school with a pass rate of 0% besides YOU..it is not so much the $$$ I reflect on (Although it is a great loss to many who are struggling and why pay hard earned money to a sham educational institution ) it is the time that will be wasted that cannot never be recovered. Time and effort  cannot ever be recovered and  the money lost  takes away dreams,,,, 

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4 hours ago, YappaYee said:

I’m not putting words in anyone’s mouth,

Yes you did,  adding writing that I was endorsing a school that had poor NCLEX pass rates. Here is what you addended on:

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 People will bring up these “pass rates” all day long but at the end of the day, you do what you feel is right for you.  

I never wrote this what is cited above and  I believe it is off the utmost important to investigate a program's pass rate for first time test-takers.  

Can you clarify this line you said:

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at the end of the day, you do what you feel is right for you.  

So if a program is 'right' for you, who cares if you can never actually practice as an RN, since you will next to never pass the NCLEX?

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.

Anyways, If any of you need any other questions answered-Ill try my best to answer them for you.  Lets go:  November 8th, WHOOOHOOOO!

I took my final this Morning!  I'll let you guys know how I did, when I know ?

xoxo

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Goodluck to all the students who are joining the program. I am thankful I joined ICHS. I am now an RN here in Cali and so are my classmates. 

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Thank you Sushigurl my inspiration ❤️

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I pass my HESI exit first time and my NCLEX-RN first time with 75 questions. I took my NCLEX RN in Pasadena Ca under FL BON. I got my result in less than 24hrs. I process the endorsement from FL BON to Ca BON the day I found out I pass the exam. I applied for CA temporary license, got it in two weeks. Or you can pick up ithe temporary license paper in Sacramento after 4 days. That’s what some of my classmates did. I’m still waiting for my original endorsement RN (it will take 3 mos, Ca BON is slow) but with my temporary RN license I can apply anywhere. 
Little info about me: 

I’m not an LVN, I have CNA license which I only use for 1mos… dang! What a hard job! I don’t read books it drives me crazy. What helped me go through nursing school and NCLEX is listening to Mark Klimek audio and reading his notes ( free, Google it). I follow Cathy Parkes videos on Youtube, simple, brief, direct to the point information. I bought her flashcards so easy to understand. These two helped me everything to pass nursing school. For NCLEX preparation, I used UWorld only together with Mark klimek audio. I listen to him all the time cause he is good. I listen to him when I’m walking, driving, hiking, or doing nothing. Also, talk to your classmates and study together. Find a study partner, it helps a lot. Like you, I was hesitant too, I have so many what if. But after finding out they are ACEN accredited I just enrolled and focus. I can’t still believe I am RN now.


That’s all guys! Goodluck to all. You too can do it. Just stop complaining and go to work. RN all the way.

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Thank you sushi girl!  I love the positivity you guys bring and appreciate the information.  You guys don't have to come here and give us information and you go out of your way to do that.  Thank you!!

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.
3 hours ago, LVNtracy said:

Thank you sushi girl!  I love the positivity you guys bring and appreciate the information.  You guys don't have to come here and give us information and you go out of your way to do that.  Thank you!!

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