Hello everyone! This is my very first post, but I have been snooping for awhile now. I didn't see a current thread for Polk State Fall 2018 hopefuls so I figured I'd start one, so that I could find others like myself that may or may not be in full on freak out mode!!!
Here is a little about me...feel free to share a little bout you! I am a 34 year old mom of 3. I have a teaching degree, but unfortunately, the school system sucked the joy right out of that! I have instead homeschooled my kids for the past 8 years while working for my husband helping him get his business up and going. My oldest is now getting ready to start high school and I have been feeling lead to step out and do something new...plus we could really use 2 incomes now that the kids are getting older. My passion has always been helping people and being a paramedic was always on my list of dream jobs, however their hours are hard with having an active family. After much thought, I have decided to pursue a midlife career change and become a nurse! My family is super supportive and thinks I would do great. With that being said, I am freaking out at all the change and the what ifs!
I have all but my science pre-reqs complete. I am taking A&P 1 over the summer and applying for fall pending completion in hopes I can take A&P 2 and Micro while doing the nursing program (if I get in); however I hear it is harder to get accepted without all your sciences complete. I have a 3.75 overall GPA and a 3.64 program GPA. I also have a bachelor's degree. I am taking the TEAS this Friday. I have taken 2 practice exams and scored a 72 and an 81. I am hoping I can pass it but am finding it difficult in the science section since I haven't had A&P. I am holding on to hope though that I can pull it off and end up getting accepted somehow for the fall. I am not getting any younger...LOL!
So what's your story? Past or current students have any advice?? Hopefuls want to freak out with me?? All are welcome!!!
Hey @anthony what number alternate where you last time. And what do you mean you got cutt of by 14 people
Afternoon everyone! I wanted to pitch in on the post. Last year I barely missed the cut with 14 spots remaining for the alternates, but I dedicated to studying and this year I passed the dreaded TEAS with an 81.3, MUCH better than my attempt last year (only securing and alternate spot). If I remember correctly, there is not an alternate list for the Fall term. This is coming from Dr. H at the first meeting we had. However, I'm not sure if this entirely true. But my total points are coming to be 117. I'm very excited about this term and hope too see some faces at the meeting. Ps, I hate the waiting game haha!
Hi guys! Congrats on those that got in the Polk state program! It's a wonderful program and I wish you all the best of luck. I am selling my Polk State nursing books, stethoscope, and uniforms at discounted prices if anyone is interested. Mrs. Harto is awesome, you will meet her at orientation and love her. Please text me if interested 703-509-1308
Hey everyone! Congrats to those who got accepted and are starting this fall. I am looking to apply for the Spring 2019 cohort and was wondering what everyone's score was who got accepted. Just as a reference to see if I will be a competitive applicant. Thanks in advance!
@khaskin93 , awww man I am #21 on the alternate list , aww man , I have no other options, I am done with my pre-reqs, do you guys know any school that is currently accepting applications ( I can't find any other)
How many points did you have if you don't mind asking
Annmarie96
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Thank you ! It does help a lot. See you at the meeting!