Lpn student aug 2013..

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I start an lpn course in roughly 4 months. I spent some time doubting myself on weather I'd even get in the course but I went for it. I'm excited but nervous on how it's going to go. I worked as cna for awhile, to me the only thing that helped me go to Work for the time I did was because i enjoyed the residents. I had good days n bad. I'm hoping that lpn fits me better, maybe more enjoyable and a better fit. Keeping my fingers crossed. I do want this. Advice?

Wow, is it hard/challenging? Was the TEAS test hard? Did financial aid cover your books?

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Wow is it hard/challenging? Was the TEAS test hard? Did financial aid cover your books?[/quote']

It's not really hard. Just challenging. Every 2-3 days you have a test on 6-7 chapters. Just too much in too little time. The TEAS was not that hard. I passed on the first try. Financial aid does. not cover books. You have to cover that. They just pay for the program. Workforce will cover books if you want to go that route.

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Oh okay. For the TEAS what did you use for studying the math and science sections? Do you remember what you scored?

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I'm currently in the last level of my program, set to end on August 16. Congratulations on getting into school. You've made a great choice by deciding to become a nurse. I love it! And once you get into a higher level, you really start to feel like a nurse. What I can suggest is never get behind on your reading. Use every opportunity you can to study! It never hurts to be well prepared. I have not worked since my first semester of school. If you can, I suggest you take time away from work to study, but if you absolutely have to, it can be done. There are people in my program that still work weekends, but it is harder for them, but they manage. If you are determined, you can do anything. But not having to be responsible for holding down a job is very beneficial to me. I wish you plenty of success in your program! It is going to be a wild ride but a very rewarding experience. It opens the door for so many opportunities, especially if you plan to advance to RN, BSN, MSN, etc. Congrats again!

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Oh okay. For the TEAS what did you use for studying the math and science sections? Do you remember what you scored?

I used the TEAS study guide. I believe you need a 60 on the TEAS. I believe I got a 67..

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did you pass the TABE test the first time? and did you founded hard or easy?......

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I am applying for the LPN program and hopefully get in the Oct '13 class at Bauder College. Wish me luck!!!! And how was the tests to get in??? Did ya'll take a Wonderlic test?

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Congrats to everyone who got in!

Listen to your profs - if they are giving advice it's for a good reason.

At orientation, we were told to limit work to 8-10 hrs per week at most, otherwise we would fail, which sounded really intense...a few weeks in, i found out why - there really is no time!!! between commuting, reading, studying, doing assignments and everything else, i was lucky to get a full night's sleep.

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I cant seem to find it, every thread that I find hasnt been posted in from years ago, could you please help me find this?

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Congrats on getting into the nursing program! I start in August as well :-) I'm so excited!

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I just graduated the LPN program at McFatter....if anyone has any questions, I am happy to help!!

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I just graduated the LPN program at McFatter....if anyone has any questions I am happy to help!![/quote']

I have a few questions for you about McFatter's LPN program. I sent you a private message. Thanks in advanced!!!

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