Hello my fellow pre-nursing students and soon to be pre-nursing students. I am a single mom of three children. Twin boys who just turned 7 and a little girl who is soon to be three this week. I have been a stalker of Allnurses for quite some time. I was previously a Veterinary Assistant seeking a degree in Veterinary Technology but decided to change majors since the workload did not pay as much as I needed to support us. Even though I do love animals and love working with them I also enjoy the fact that I could take this infatuation of science and healthcare and become a nurse and support the human society.
I've seen threads on nurse travelers, school acceptance, 30's nurse support, (which is okay and very cool to me) But I haven't seen a thread yet about mom who are trying to transition into the nursing field support thread. It can be hard, but I believe this would be a great place to support each other challenges that affects us daily, such as with time managements skills (w/kids,hubby,etc) daycare, support system, what programs are out there to help us and more other useful stuff that can be used to our advantage. I Really look to and support the single people thread as it's still challenging enough becoming a a nurse even w/o kids; However I know it is super tough for a single mom (even w/hubby, such as his deployment or his long shift to help support the family), but looking through these threads and seeing the replies of other mothers who accomplished it, I say, We Can As Well. Do not give up, I know it is hard, lets come together and keep each other encourage and motivated.
I know you can do it!
Starting with myself: I am 23 years old and will be turning 24 in August.(ADN Route) I already applied to do some of my pre-reqs over again to become competitive. I am focusing on getting into Psy 1101, Math College Algebra and English 1101. I also have to take Humanities, Speech, The first Three Biology, 2113,2114,2117. I am hoping to stilll try my best to make straight A's however as long as I give my best effort that is enough for me.
I Am currently living in Columbus, GA and will be competing for the ADN at Columbus Technical College and plan to transfer to the online ADN-BSN at Columbus State University which cost under 10,000 grand. They also have a partnership so I am guaranteed a spot if I do well..
Hi there!! I am 28 and mom to 4 year old twins. I live in Texas and married for 8 years. 2 more science classes to knock out and I can hopefully apply to the nursing program!
I am a 23 yo mom of a 1 year old and started my pre-reqs literally just last week. I am taking Intro to Psych and College Prep Writing II to kick off my second time around college career at a CC in Iowa. During school, I will be employed in a very well known chain bakery and they are very supportive of me as a student and future nurse :)
Before taking the nursing route, I had education in Medical Billing and Coding from a for profit school. It was catch-22 really; had the education but not the experience (the fact too, I really didn't know anybody to get a job).
I also considered the vet field... I just don't like the idea of euthanizing animals.
Hello! I am 32, a full-time student and SAHM to 2 girls, ages 1 and 4. It has definitely been a challenge to balance school/kids/housework, but I am making it work. I finished my last prerequisite this past semester, so I am now just waiting for a spot in clinicals for my ADN program. I'm hoping for Spring 2015; acceptance letters go out in October, so I will be waiting anxiously by the mailbox then. In the fall semester, I am taking 4 classes that will apply later towards my BSN.
Hi all. I'm 29 years old with two kids (boy 8 yrs & girl 4 yrs). I'm a stay at hind mom who decided to go back to school. I'm doing pre-requisites now and applying for Fall 2015 ASN. I'm hoping to finish all pre-reqs by then.
I'm currently taking psychology and Enc composition.
Welcome Ladies!! I am so glad this thread is getting more responses. I know it is going to be a rough and rocky road, but Let's stick together on this journey and keep the thread alive.
Yay! I am so jelly of you all finishing your pre-reqs, you all will be admitted to the program as soon as spring of next year! That is awesome. Please keep us updated on your process. I also got one questions what was the hardest pre-req did you take? I know people say the A & P class is pretty hard, which is what I will be taking this fall.
Hi there!! I am 28 and mom to 4 year old twins. I live in Texas and married for 8 years. 2 more science classes to knock out and I can hopefully apply to the nursing program!
another set of twins awesome! :) There is a lot of people in Texas on here I see. I heard the pay and new grad positions are pretty abundant out there (Correct me if I am wrong).
Do anyone know what entrance test they will be taking. I see that my school does the NLN entrance test to the adn. I'm contemplating on ordering the study guide from Amazon now so I can get a head start..
Do anyone know what entrance test they will be taking. I see that my school does the NLN entrance test to the adn. I'm contemplating on ordering the study guide from Amazon now so I can get a head start..
2 of the schools I am applying to use TEAS and the other uses HESI....I've already taken the TEAS but I think I will retake it next month to try to gain another couple of points on my applications. I need to schedule a time to take the HESI too
Good Luck! I am working on applying to the ADN program at Columbus Technical In the Fall. As a mom with four little ones I know you can do just apply your self and do not get discouraged. I wish you all the best!
Do anyone know what entrance test they will be taking. I see that my school does the NLN entrance test to the adn. I'm contemplating on ordering the study guide from Amazon now so I can get a head start..
My school requires the TEAS V test. I plan on buying study guides and seeking out guidance in preparation for it.
Do anyone know what entrance test they will be taking. I see that my school does the NLN entrance test to the adn. I'm contemplating on ordering the study guide from Amazon now so I can get a head start..
Mine does the NLN as well. I got the study guide from iTunes from McGraw hill. However I scheduled the test and only purchased it 3 days before I took the test. I wasted money because I didn't get time but to just take a glance. What I did glance at was almost exactly what was on my test. I got lucky and done well enough to get points toward my program and just recently got accepted into the ADN program. I was young when I went to LPN school 20 years ago and had one small child. Now she's 23 and I have 2 at home, ages 17 and 14. It's always difficult being a mom and going to school but yes we can all do it. We just need to think positive and keep reaching for our goals. We will all make it! Good luck with your studies!
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