diamond350

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1. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

   diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

   17 points for me.

2. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

   diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

   I was the last number chosen. I didn't get to choose, so the VA was chosen for me, but that was my second choice behind Parkland.

3. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

   diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

   We are kind of in limbo at this point. They will give us an idea during the 3 days of orientation. But from what I understand from past students, the times change during those 8 weeks. I am guessing we have to be flexible. Hopefully my job will be as...

4. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   Requirements for PCT position are usually a CNA license or completion of your first semester of school. You are actually more qualified than a CNA after your first semester of school. CNA cert is only a month long with like 24 hours clinical. You wil...

5. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   I think the key to getting a job is taking the advice of many people and taking a position as a PCT at a hospital. It is a great way to get your foot in the door, and you may get them to pay for some of your school as well. And Brookhaven has just a...

6. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   And I fully plan on being a rockstar, so I'll get the most that ECC has to offer.

7. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   I would say there are maybe few other reasons, but by no means should this change anyone's opinion. I know that El Centro has a great rapport around the area hospitals. They have been doing this for 25 years. Brookhaven, at one point, was a satellite...

8. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   I got in as well. I also got into El Centro. It is a tough decision, but I have chosen El Centro over Brookhaven. My wife is expecting in March, and I think the schedule for me is much more doable at El Centro than Brookhaven. Although I live right b...

9. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

   diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

   In regards to job search, I have always heard that it is best to take a job as a tech while you going to school. Your chances of getting on at a hospital increase tenfold as you already have a foot in the door. In fact, El Centro encourages their stu...

10. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

    diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

    I haven't heard anything yet. I figured we might get that information on Dec. 20th.

11. Brookhaven- Spring 2011

    diamond350 replied to kickymarcia's topic in Texas

    I figured that they would not come until closer to Thanksgiving. I received my acceptance to El Centro already. If I get in at Brookhaven, that will be a tough choice. Hard to choose between the two programs.

12. El Centro/Northlake Spring 2011

    diamond350 replied to Megan1217's topic in Texas

    From what I understand regarding registering for classes, is that it is all done for you. Now if you need to still take a support course, that is up to you to register, but as far as nursing specific courses, the nursing adviser makes your schedule. ...

13. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

    diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

    No, I don't mind sharing my points. I had calculated 17 with overall 96.3 on HESI for any tie breaker. If letters aren't here today, they will probably be in tomorrow. No way everyone gets there letter on the same day. BTW, looks like I'll be at El C...

14. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

    diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

    I got my acceptance letter. Congrats to all that got in and for all that did not, do not give up.

15. El Centro Spring Applying to 2011

    diamond350 replied to Alum08's topic in Texas

    Okay, so who is leaving early to check the mail....:)