Microbiology in 6 Weeks? Who is with me?!

[Ballasm]

I am partly writing this because I need some SERIOUS reassurance that I CAN DO THIS. 😓😓😓

I have a 9 month old baby whom is primarily cared for by my father in law (whom lives with us) while I'm in school. Except that, in 2 weeks he's scheduled for surgery. My husband works 7 days a week with the hopes of getting off 1x week for his Pop's recovery. Smh. My school is 1x hr away from home, whereas my work (20hrs/wk+) is 2hrs south from my college's location. I do have lots of family to babysit should I need them.

As for the class, I'm quite nervous. I've taken AP 1 & 2. 1 in summer with Chem and 2 in spring with 2 other classes, not bad, I passed.

What should I expect?

[oceanblue52]

It's very fast paced (obviously), and expect to spend a lot of time reviewing basic bio concepts like genetics as those form a foundation for a lot of concepts. If you can, try to study and reinforce the material right after class everyday, rather than waiting till the weekend to cram. I managed an A while doing this and A&P II in 7 weeks and working 32 hours a week, so it is feasible with the right attitude. Lab was really fun too. Stay on top of the material and you will do fine :-)

[oceanblue52]

You could also try tape recording your notes and listening to them on your commute?

[Mel3levelstudent]

I took it in 6 weeks and got an A in the class.

[Serhilda, ADN, RN]

If you have a decent professor it's definitely doable. Your time management skills need to be perfect though.

[dorkypanda]

Yes you can do this. You do sound busy but with the determined mentality and good work ethics you should be able to do this. Definitely study and ready everyday.

[Mel3levelstudent]

I took 24 credit hours during summer and still passed with an A. My professor was great. Hopefully you have a great one also!!