Looking for Info about nursing schools in Lubbock

coolvibesRN · Sep 12, 2007

try Texas Tech Univerisy HSC-Lubbock

http://www.ttuhsc.edu

santhony44, MSN, RN, NP · Sep 12, 2007

Texas Tech and LCU have BSN programs. Covenant Hospital has a diploma program, and South Plains College has an ADN program.

SPC would probably be the least expensive option and might also take the least amount of time. I don't know if they have classes at the Reese Center or not, but the commute from Lubbock to Levelland is very doable and they do clinicals in Lubbock.

I would suggest getting information from all of these places and making your comparisons to decide which one is best for you.

Good luck!

rnav32 · Sep 29, 2007

I was just wondering if anyone knows any folks who have gone through Tech's accelerated BSN program. I already have info on the program, but I want to know how intense it was as opposed to traditional programs. Hopefully someone has info out there.

santhony44, MSN, RN, NP · Sep 29, 2007

I was just wondering if anyone knows any folks who have gone through Tech's accelerated BSN program. I already have info on the program, but I want to know how intense it was as opposed to traditional programs. Hopefully someone has info out there.

I have a friend who teaches in that program. From what she says, it's pretty intense.

rnav32 · Sep 29, 2007

That is what I was thinking since the program is 12 months long. I have talked to several students in the regular SON program at Tech and every single one of them says it is a good, tough program. I can only imagine the same program completed in half the time. Have you ran across anyone who has completed the program?

cdktRN · Sep 29, 2007

First you need to consider why you want to go into nursing and then consider how much time you are willing to give to this project.

If you want to be more in the managerial part of nursing, I would suggest going to TTU for the BSN.

If you want to be a caring, hands on, patient oriented nurse, I would strongly suggest going to Covenant SON.

If you just want the basics of nursing and want to do it the cheapest way and the quickest, go to SPC.

The best school for clinical rotations is Covenant, it is also the hardest program even if it is a diploma program. You have to obtain all of your pre-reqs before entering the nursing program at Covenant, unlike Tech or SPC.

Also, consider the class size. Tech's class size is huge, like over 200; covenant is about 70 and SPC is about 50.

GOOD LUCK!

rnav32 · Sep 29, 2007

Thanks for the info. I'm glad to get different opinions. Now I seem more confused. I have heard varying things about both programs that are contradictary! One of my girlfriend's cousins has stated her opinions on Covenant which were favorable. She attended Convenant. Same goes with Tech. The students I talked to had great things to say about the program. I know the time commitment for Tech's 2nd degree program might not allow for a job. I just talked to a young lady a few days ago that is in the traditional BSN at Tech and she told me that the class she was in was not that large. Of course that is a subjective statement since large is viewed differently by others. I won't be allowed to enter the program until my prereqs are completed. I'm almost done so my decision is getting near. I also am looking at direct entry msn programs as well. Those would require for us to move from the area which I am committed to doing. I still haven't decided what I really want to do. Time is of huge importance to me for various reasons. I spent five years in school for my first undergrad and I don't really want to spend more time than I have to. Thank you for sharing your insights on the programs. I'm glad there is someone that has some knowledge about the nursing programs in the area. Thank you for responding to the post.

TheCommuter, BSN, RN · Oct 2, 2007

My friend, who lives in the DFW area, is applying to the BSN program at Texas Tech since they will accept all of her classes from her first BS degree.

SOBsSiren · Oct 2, 2007

Texas Tech and LCU have BSN programs. Covenant Hospital has a diploma program, and South Plains College has an ADN program.
SPC would probably be the least expensive option and might also take the least amount of time. I don't know if they have classes at the Reese Center or not, but the commute from Lubbock to Levelland is very doable and they do clinicals in Lubbock.
I would suggest getting information from all of these places and making your comparisons to decide which one is best for you.
Good luck!

I graduated from the LVN program at Reese just over a year ago. It takes 12 months, and it's pretty intense. Our class started with about 60 students and less than 25 graduated. SPC offers their LVN to ADN program in Levelland. I chose to go throught the LVN program and later enter the transition program because I needed my degree ASAP and can work as a nurse while getting my RN. If you have any questions about the LVN program, I'd be glad to answer anything I can.

SOBsSiren · Oct 2, 2007

Forgot to mention...Our class had a 100% pass rate. The success rate for the SPC LVN program is great. I don't know about the RN program, but you can get those stats on the BNE website.

rnav32 · Oct 3, 2007

Thank you for the info SOBsSiren. I was going to ask you if you know anywhere here in the Lubbock area where I can get my CNA certificate. I need that for what I am pursuing. Also, I wanted to know what they get paid since I am working a retail job and might transition into that position for a short time before begining my program. It depends on the pay though. Any information that you have concerning CNA certification or pay would greatly be appreciated.