NOT understanding what I am reading

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I'm wondering if anyone else is/has been in my situation what what you're doing/have done...

I have never done well in school with science and math. I am 26 years old, been out of school now for 10 years and I really am having a hard time. I'm starting to think maybe college just won't be good for me.

I have taken the TEAS once a few weeks ago. I failed 2 parts according to this particular school. One of which was reading (I was pretty shocked but their points needed for that are high) the other was science which I knew I was going to fail that. I have been studying like crazy because I am trying again on the 20th of this month. My problem is, is that I am not understanding what I am reading and I'm only studying for the entrance exam! So, I am freaking out with worry that IF I was to actually get into college, that I would simply be too dumb. I'm not slow or have any disabilities but things don't just "come to me".

I have 2 kids (9 and 2) and I am married so my attention would be in many places. I dont NEED to go to school but I do really want to. I love the medical field and would like to make more money and have more responsibilities at work than just my CNA job.

Anyways, I guess I'm on here looking for some advise. I know people always say "don't give up..." and all that which as of right now I'm not but I'm starting to think I'm not cut out for school. :crying2:

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Yeah - please don't give up. I want to throw a thought out at you, but I'm thinking that since you've already taken the TEAS, the following idea may not apply to you. Are you going to a community college? My school offers remedial classes in english and math. Before I was admitted, I was tested to acertain my skill level, and I had to pass a certain score before I could even take the prerequisites for the nursing program. Perhaps there are some remedial classes you can take at your community college?

It'll take some time, but I'm positive your comprehension skills will improve. Good luck!:up:

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Have you taken any chemistry or A&P courses yet? Do you need to take the TEAS for your pre requisites for the nursing program? Why don't you wait until after you complete pre requisites so that you better understand the material? I know that it would be all greek to me if I just jumped in and started reading material that I hadn't learned yet.

You can do this, you'll be fine. Just keep your eye on the prize. Don't doubt yourself!

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Specializes in Med/ Surg/ Telemetry, Public Health.

What I did was study each section one week at a time, try not to study and cram all sections together. You also have to be confident because if you walk in to take a test and you tell yourself you are going to fail you probally will. any test I take I go in trying to make a A, don't always happen but I pass and thats all that matters. Also the sections that you are weak in get tutoring help if available at your school. I failed my teas the first time, so I know how you feel I have been out of high school a long time also. I ended up taking intermediate algebra class because I was weak in math, went back and took teas and passed. I have now moved on to college algebra. Good luck.

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I had taken the TEAS before taking any pre-reqs because this particular school uses the TEAS as an entrance exam before getting in to do anything..and I haven't taken any college courses anywhere else. So yea, I was just thrown into it so to speak.

Thank you all for your responses! Little chance of plan though..I got an e-mail today from the school saying that I can not take the TEAS again until October. So I signed up today at my local community college and will be studying for OTA or PTA. That's what I REALLY want to do.

I think this is a better idea since I will be able to take remedial classes if needed and I can take the pre-reqs nice and slow:)

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I my self is having the same delima. im currently in the social service feild, however ive alway wanted to be a Nurse. I got in the Pre- Health and Sicence course but im haveing seconds thoughts as to how i will do. I think constant studying i feel you will do fine . Just tell your self you can do it and tryand find a good study partner that is great motavation.:)

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