how many prerequisites did you take a semester as a mom working full-time?

Willow505 · Jul 24, 2021

I’m interested to hear what others say! I’ve been working on pre-reqs for a year as a SAHM to 6 kids (2-13). But starting this fall I’ll be working with my husband on a business we are purchasing. I’m signed up for only 4 credits over a 15 week semester: micro lab (only 1 credit, but I’ve heard it’s rough) and a 3 credit developmental psych class. I hope it’s manageable! After that I’ll take A&P 1 alone for Spring semester.

JenFutureRN14 · Jul 26, 2021

Hi! I took 3 classes at time each semester, did 16 wk runs for most and 8 wks for easier classes (history and English comp). I tried 4 and it didn't end well, so 3 was my max. I work full time and have two kids. I also had a lot of support from family which was a huge help. I started doing my pre req's Jan of 2017 and with 2-3 semesters off I finally finished them this past Spring. I'm currently in the process of enrolling into a nursing program now.

Jackiehern03 · Jul 29, 2021

Good luck ladies! Thanks for the replies.

JenFutureRN14 · Jul 29, 2021

11 hours ago, Jackiehern03 said:

Good luck ladies! Thanks for the replies.

Good luck yo you as well! It's not easy, but it is possible. If you have a reliable support system, LEAN ON THEM.

Rach1234567 · Aug 8, 2021

On 7/22/2021 at 10:15 PM, Jackiehern03 said:

Hello I am starting my prerequisites this fall while working full-time as a medical assistant and I have two kids. I signed up for Biology and psychology both courses eight weeks one after the other, is this manageable? Any tips?

I have a classmate who is a mother of a young child. I believe her motto is “Cs get degrees”. I felt bad for her when she said that. Most full time students think of their pursuit as their babies, but she actually has a baby. So it’s almost like life is not fair.