plz answer my qestion about GED

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Im Wanting To Become A Nurse im Not Lazy Ect But In my High School I Had very Bad Problomes With Grades Normely C-E's I Try Really Hard But I Still Fail. So IV Desided To Take my GED Now My Qestion Really Is If i Pass My GED Is There Really Any Chance of Become A Nurse? *reasion behinde wanting a ged is i have failed 2 tiems already on 9th grade and trying hard on 3rd time but seems its not work for me so iv desided to find out if i could become a nurse with a GED whats are my chances could u plz tell me? thank you

I think you misunderstand our intentions.

It's not to tell her that staying in school is bad. Staying in school will make her life SOOOO much easier.

But...

We are telling her that NO MATTER which choice she makes it can be done. Ultimately she is going to make the choice she wants and it behooves us to show her that the path to success lies down BOTH roads.

Not just one...

Using your argument, we all need to give her the COMPLETE picture. From the stories told, it is clear that those that took the GED route did struggle.

You can't give one side of the story just because that's the side you support. You have to give her the whole story.

It's about the OP, not you. I am sure she gets that some of you think she should stay in school. For the record, I think she should stay in school as well. I also think if she chooses NOT to stay in school that choice won't preclude her from being successful.

and offer support as well.

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So if the OP DOES have ADHD, mood disorder, learning disability, or whatever, do some of you really think it will be less of a problem in college? Seriously, if one of the above is the problem and the OP finds out what it is and gets the assistance necessary, he or she should be able to finish high school and then pursue any desired career. However, if there is a problem (whatever it is), it will still be a problem should the OP manage to obtain a GED and try to pursue nursing.

Agreed, she should be able to finish high school if she has the appropriate tr3eatment.

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So if the OP DOES have ADHD, mood disorder, learning disability, or whatever, do some of you really think it will be less of a problem in college? Seriously, if one of the above is the problem and the OP finds out what it is and gets the assistance necessary, he or she should be able to finish high school and then pursue any desired career. However, if there is a problem (whatever it is), it will still be a problem should the OP manage to obtain a GED and try to pursue nursing.

Did you even read all the posts before posting your side of the argument.I have a girl in my class who has ADH,dyslexia and guess what?Everyone is supportive,she will be one outstanding nurse (because not only she is smart but very compassionate to others) so it is possible,but obviously you dont believe in that so I dont even know why I bothered to respond to you,thanks.

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If she had deterination and will, she wouldn't be giving up in the 9th grade. Maybe she suffers from a mood disorder?

Talking to the school counselor might be the best place for her to start

I disagree,some people dont like the high school scene,I know I didnt,guess what I arleady have one degree and graduating from nursing school in 2009,if she wants really bad to be a nurse,she will find a way to make it,thanks.

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So....incredibly....misinformed. College professors are fall less inclined to hold your hand or listen to your excuses than high school teachers. Also, you seem confused on the meaning of "discourage". If you feel that dropping out should be a last resort, then you should discourage her from doing so ("I'm not in any way trying to discourage [her] from dropping out..."). I would think that after my last post [which you seem to be ignoring], you would finally admit that maybe you were giving poor advice and quietly slink away somewhere....

[also, its "do well in college", and more help is available to students on a high school campus than college.]

edit:

"...marriage should always come first to any career."

....wow. I suppose she should be barefoot and pregnant no less than a year later, as well.

?

Are you even a nursing student yet,I'm so sorry but I have to ask?:banghead:

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Thank you that really means a lot to me. that is very supportive of you, I really appreciate it. It is almost making me cry. :)

I just really believe that family comes first.So what you have your doctorate in nursing when you come home to an empty house.The degree means nothing than...

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Geriatrics.

Interesting discussion.

I believe the original question has been answered: Can someone with a GED become a nurse? Obviously the answer is "Yes" as it has been done by some. But this is not ideal and I think we are doing the OP a disservice if we do not emphasize this.

I am a frugal, practical person by nature who believes the direct route is always the most economical route. That's probably why I am so against people advocating that you become a CNA first then test the waters by becoming an LPN and then.........If you want to be an RN, then just do it already! But I digress. The point is that getting a GED adds another layer to the already complicated process of obtaining a nursing education these days, especially with admission being so competitive. It may very well be that you can get into nursing school with a GED but it may also be that this will be another hurdle for you to clear, taking you down another longer, bumpier path that adds time and frustration to the journey instead of the smoother straighter road. You have to know that. Therefore, this route to a nursing education should be avoided if possible.

Some good advice had been given to the OP already: you need to figure out what is the root cause of your current struggle and focus on overcoming that. Some people have written that if you are really determined and you really, really want it you can become a nurse with a GED. Well why not use that determination and desire to obtain your HS diploma first? Things will be easier for you later. I don't believe in doing things the hard way.

Sorry for rambling.

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Geriatrics.

I see a lot of success in this thread. Maybe we can help show the OP what characteristics helped us to become successful and attain our goals.

#1: If there is a goal I want to achieve, I always find out what is required of me and I try to do an honest assessment of my abilities and resources in order to know if the goal is achievable.

#2: Once you find out what it will take to achieve your goal, then map out the steps. Be methodical. Checklists and time lines are great.

#3: I do not believe in dropping out or just scratching for the minimum. No matter how much I hate something, if I start it I finish it and that includes school.

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#1: If there is a goal I want to achieve, I always find out what is required of me and I try to do an honest assessment of my abilities and resources in order to know if the goal is achievable.

#2: Once you find out what it will take to achieve your goal, then map out the steps. Be methodical. Checklists and time lines are great.

#3: I do not believe in dropping out or just scratching for the minimum. No matter how much I hate something, if I start it I finish it and that includes school.

I remember seeing those methods in H.S. and college lectures. I could never do them.

For me it was:

#1 Don't choose what you want to do, it will choose you.

#2 When you finally realize what you REALLY want to do let that drive push you.

#3 If you aren't driven then that isn't what you really want to do.

#4 When you finally find what it is that you want to do you will know it because it will call to you, you WILL love it and you won't have a problem working for it. It'll be a pleasure working for it actually.

:D

Seriously, those lists don't work for everyone. The inverse of sticking to something is knowing when to fold the hand.

I find it more economical to make sure before you start.

That's why I espouse the become a CNA first route. If you don't know if you are going to like nursing being a CNA will clue you in pretty quickly.

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Geriatrics.
I remember seeing those methods in H.S. and college lectures. I could never do them.

For me it was:

#1 Don't choose what you want to do, it will choose you.

#2 When you finally realize what you REALLY want to do let that drive push you.

#3 If you aren't driven then that isn't what you really want to do.

#4 When you finally find what it is that you want to do you will know it because it will call to you, you WILL love it and you won't have a problem working for it. It'll be a pleasure working for it actually.

:D

Seriously, those lists don't work for everyone. The inverse of sticking to something is knowing when to fold the hand.

I find it more economical to make sure before you start.

That's why I espouse the become a CNA first route. If you don't know if you are going to like nursing being a CNA will clue you in pretty quickly.

#1: You're kidding right?

#2: I have no idea what that means.

#3: I'd agree.

#4: Maybe.

As for the rest of your post (except the CNA bit- I was a nurse tech briefly while I was in college, everyone encouraged it for the experience...whatever... I hated it and it was not that big of a help at all when I actually became a nurse; if I'd dropped out based on that experience I wouldn't be a nurse today), you just agreed with me whether you realize it or not.

Make sure before you start. That's where deciding what you want and figuring out how to get there comes in. As for knowing when to fold your hand, if you map out your route first and you are honest with yourself, then that will not need to happen. If you are honest with yourself, then you can fold your hand before you even start, lol. Therefore we agree. Isn't that nice?

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#1: You're kidding right?

#2: I have no idea what that means.

#3: I'd agree.

#4: Maybe.

As for the rest of your post (except the CNA bit- I was a nurse tech briefly while I was in college, everyone encouraged it for the experience...whatever... I hated it and it was not that big of a help at all when I actually became a nurse; if I'd dropped out based on that experience I wouldn't be a nurse today), you just agreed with me whether you realize it or not.

Make sure before you start. That's where deciding what you want and figuring out how to get there comes in. As for knowing when to fold your hand, if you map out your route first and you are honest with yourself, then that will not need to happen. If you are honest with yourself, then you can fold your hand before you even start, lol. Therefore we agree. Isn't that nice?

I do agree with you SharonH. But at 16 lists like those were irksome at best. :)

I would always say I'm doing it my way. Ultimately though I WAS doing it their way. ;)

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It is good to have dreams and goals, but the fact that the OP is failing 9th grade for the 3rd time is really what she should be concentrating on. She really needs to figure out what she needs to fix in order to be successful in school. Although school isn't everything, it is important to gain a foundation of knowledge and develop skills that she will use in college and in the workplace. However she decides to finish her high school education whether it be to graduate or get her GED, that should be the priority. Don't put the cart before the horse. Take your education one step at a time, and don't waste effort worrying about things that aren't your task at hand. Get your GED or your diploma, and then begin your general education classes at a community college. If you find that you are doing well, then consider taking your nursing prerequisites (if that is still what you want to do). Chances are you will change your major several times. Without much education it is very hard to know what really interests you. OP good luck, and take it one step at a time.

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