biok8e

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1. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN 2009

   biok8e replied to butterfly04's topic in Massachusetts

   I can at least attest to the fact that we have several current hospital workers in our program... a lawyer, a person with a masters, and a BUNCH of others. Honestly don't know how I fit into the mix... but they're really not kidding!

2. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

   I know. I'm hoping against hope that I'll be able to pull off a miracle and somehow get a job! I'm cautiously optimistic! :)

3. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN 2009

   biok8e replied to butterfly04's topic in Massachusetts

   Good luck!

4. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

   Yeah, the other universities in the Boston area are running at LEAST that if not more. Northeastern's program runs almost $100K. BC's isn't cheap, either. That's why I figured I'd go back for a 2nd degree, and then do my master's part time so that I ...

5. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

   The entire accelerated program is running about $20k. But keep in mind, that doesn't include books, and the "distance learning fee" for the online courses is KILLER (about a grand a course!). The university is doing a great job of offering plenty of ...

6. UMass Boston Accelerated BSN 2009

   biok8e replied to butterfly04's topic in Massachusetts

   The only thing I did was to call . I emailed her a bunch, too. I was a UMB alum, too - maybe that helped! Who knows - I can give you all a little update on what I've heard about the program for the next cohort: First, they're using our input for you...

7. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

   I am. At least in my program. However, the catch is that the program must be able to be completed in a year ( I didn't file for unemployment until 5 mos in) and it needs to be "approved" by the unemployment office. I'm so lucky I managed to fight my...

8. Had my epiphany...found the dream, now I just want to live it.

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in General Nursing

   That's really exciting! Thanks so much for the info. Pedi psych is something I really enjoyed during my mental health clinical. I had the opportunity to work on the CAU at Cambridge Hospital and the experience was incredible. Oh boy, oh boy - now I'm...

9. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

   biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

   I apologize for coming off like I'm rubbing it in. The thank you was sincere. I got my benefits extension from the Federal government which allows me to continue to attend school and not have to work. Up until I got laid off, I was working 7 days a w...

10. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

    biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

    It's all about being broke, married and a mommy... then they HAVE to give you money.

11. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

    biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in Massachusetts

    Yes, you are reading my post wrong. I'm collecting unemployment as I finish my 2nd degree BSN program. It's excellent. Not only does the federal government provide me with scholarships to pay for school, the state government pays me unemployment to N...

12. I just want to thank the state of MA, in conjunction with the federal government

    biok8e posted a topic in Massachusetts

    ...for funding my education. This is wonderful. I call a number every week (yes, yes, no) and money appears in my account. We can complain about our government all we want to, but when you get laid off and go back to school... I LOVE UNEMPLOYMENT!!!!...

13. Had my epiphany...found the dream, now I just want to live it.

    biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in General Nursing

    For new grads?

14. Student nurse with the baby itch. Help!

    biok8e replied to linds24's topic in General Students

    I'll drop my two cents into this one. I'm a 27 year old second degree student with a 3 year old little girl. If you have a LOT of help, and an extremely supportive husband, and you're not planning on bringing junior into the world until after you tak...

15. Had my epiphany...found the dream, now I just want to live it.

    biok8e replied to biok8e's topic in General Nursing

    One, my previous degree was in psych... I won't mind! It's not a matter of not being able to find the job I WANT, it's a matter of being able to find ANY job at all. Most people are capable of finding SOMETHING - if you live in an area that isn't Bos...