Is becoming a math tutor a good idea for me?

[honeyforasalteyfish]

I just went back to school to try to become a RN. I apply in the fall for a RN program. Is becoming a college level student tutor as well as a peer mentor a good idea while I am in school bassed on granted what little I know it seemed like a good idea because RNs need good math skills, and there is no better way to refresh your math skills than tutoring. I have however read It might be better to work as a CNA while I am trying to get into nursing school. I really want to tutor statistics and algebra because I love math and science, and want to help other students whatever their goals are. The ultimate goal however is to become a RN. Ultimately the student tutor is a great opportunity for me, but it is something that will help me in my goals? The reason I ask is because honestly I would rather tutor right now because It would mean working, and going to school at the same Place! Since Even if I get into the program I am applying to I cannot start until the fall after this I figured I could tutor while knocking out coreqs if I get in while I wait. Perhaps I could tutor for a year than take a CNA course over the summer if all goes well to get some experience wether I get in, or not this fall. Any advice is appreciated sorry about the novel.

[honeyforasalteyfish]

Obviously it doesn't match the clinical experience of a CNA, but it's something that shows I am a team player right?

[Ado Annie, ASN, RN]

I worked as a tutor when I was in nursing school. I loved it. It was rewarding to help students who were working so hard to do well in school.

[honeyforasalteyfish]

Ya that's what I am shooting for I worked Sooo hard in math last semester just to eek out an A and a B. I was in the math lab every other day. So I know what it is like to need help, and I want to be one of those people who gives back where help was given!

[DrKim]

I say stick with tutoring for two reasons.

#1: When you get into your nursing program, you will realize that it is all consuming and doing something that brings you joy will be a nice relief. Plus tutoring is not like a traditional job in that it offers you a great deal of flexibility with your time.

#2: Working as a CNA BEFORE you get into a nursing program isn't necessary. Sometimes, it can work against you because in my experience, I find that students sometimes get stuck in CNA mode and I have to work harder to make them think like an RN. I recommend getting into the program, taking your fundamental classes and then re-evaluating the CNA option. With most programs, you can apply for your CNA certification after the first semester of nursing school so don't pay extra to become a CNA.

[honeyforasalteyfish]

So it looks like taking a CNA course was a good idea. I take my BNA course this fall along with math tutoring, anatomy, chemistry, and peer mentoring. Its going to be crazy so I may not be on here much when august rolls around. It appears the school I am interested in is going to require BNA certification for this falls application cycle. So I am going to go for its 20 tutoring/ volunteer work, and 18 credit hours, but on the bright side the teas test does not role around until October, so I will have time to study for it after the BNA course ends. My schedule is going to be CRAZY, but if I am going to succeed I am going to have to get used to it. Thanks everyone. The great thing about this development is if I can find a CNA job I will have two jobs over the summer tutoring, and CNA work. Another great thing will be the clinical experience it will bring me. I am going to however continue with the tutoring because I love to do it.