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I am wanting to do a program where I can get my LPN while in school and quickly get my RN. Can you tell me the best schools (that are highly regarded) that offer this type of program? Is there a GPA requirement? I am hoping to find one that doesn't require prerequisites, but I know many do. I am looking to get accepted so I can attend around the end of next year. :)

Yes, I agree. Everything is a learning process and I've made some financial/career mistakes already. I actually went to massage therapy school right out of high school. I only have to give about 20 more massages and take the exam (and pass) to be a massage therapist. I was 18 and not feeling very confident about my abilities as a massage therapist. The thing is, my teachers thought I was crazy because I was making mostly A's and doing well on all of my finals, but I told them I didn't know if I could do it. Mostly my father didn't "see me as a massage therapist," but instead thought I should be something else. He was the only person that thought that, but I valued his opinion. That lowered my self-confidence without family support and he rubbed it in my face when I didn't finish the last bit, which made it harder for me to finish. I am now older, have lived out on my own, and I'm not that scared teenager anyone who is unrealistic. I know I could do it now if that's what I really wanted. I think I went to school too soon. I needed more life experience. I'm considering making up those hours and taking the test again for the first time then..maybe I could pay my way through school? Right now I am a nanny not making much. lt would be a lot of hard work and I would need to think it through as I don't remember much at all because it has been so long! Yes, I do feel like I have ADD sometimes, but only recently with school. Through elementary, middle, and high school I was very disciplined with my grades. When I was little, I couldn't go to sleep without making sure I did all of my homework. My parents didn't really care as much as I did about my school growing up. I NEVER missed a homework assignment until my second semester of college. My ADD self kicked in when I got out of high school. I started making too many spontaneous decisions, started things without finishing them and then had the problems that comes with first loves, life path confusion, missing work, being poor, and living on my own. It all took my mind off of school so I couldn't focus. I went through a lot of little life phases these past 4 years. I was always the "goody" girl/teacher's pet in school and took a turn for a while after school. These forums are very helpful and everyone is encouraging--I really do appreciate the guidance. I've worked on some things--I have great work references now, which is great! I'm always on time and never miss work unless I really cannot be there, which has only been 2 days this year. I am really trying to get things straight now and figure out my life!

I appreciate everyone's response. It prompted me to call my previous school about paying back my debt. I got an answering machine. It's a huge school and I'm basically just a number there, which is why I do not want to re-take classes that at particular school. I'll be expecting a call back from them soon. Hopefully I can get a loan to cover it? I'm not wanting to start schooling until about this time next year for nursing, possibly a little sooner. I have been thinking about going to Galen (there's no pre-reqs but it's $40,000), but if there's a hospital that will help with tuition reimbursement as a result from me working my butt off, I'd go that route and with another school. Galen isn't accepted for tuition reimbursement at hospitals around here. This is why I am seeing if I can up my GPA or start over to enter into the program with a minimum of a 3.25 GPA. Also, the classes I failed were mostly basics. That was my first time taking online classes and going full-time, too. It was not for me. It was really just one horrible semester that ruined me. I should have dropped the classes when I knew I wasn't interested in them and my job was just too demanding/exhausting with the hours I worked. I did really good in my higher level courses, though. Basics were almost mind-numbing for me so I gave up at the end from pure boredom. I know that isn't an excuse and it ruined me. Really, I want to do well because I am perfectly capable and I've disappointed myself. I want to prove to myself so I can start over and get straight A's. I also want to go to school full-time with minimal working so I can make school my primary focus. Again, I really appreciate everyone's response and if you have anymore feedback, I will gladly listen. I don't have anyone around me for guidance who knows about these things. My parents barely finished high school... so needless to say, they are not much help! Thanks!

Okay, so basically I have attended almost a year of college with mostly pre-reqs. Last semester (last year) I took online classes while I worked 55 hours a week and let's just say I failed out of them. I didn't know what I wanted to do for a career so I wasn't nearly as motivated as I should have been. I also didn't do well in two of my classes I took in a prior semester (they were so boring I felt like I was going to die!). I needed direction, however, now I am confident I want to be a Pediatric Nurse. I also owe the school $5,200 from that last semester and they won't release my transcripts unless I figure out a plan of payment. I procrastinated and missed the FAFSA deadline. It was very irresponsible on my part. Last year I was not responsible at all! I am now 22 and thinking about my career and my life plans. Basically, I want to be able to qualify for a program that offers tuition assistance through a hospital. They will pay for your schooling (Max $26,000) if you have a 3.25 GPA and get into this competitive scholars program and work for them for 2 years. I am ashamed of my transcripts and my grades and it's very difficult to get in to this program. I am a very capable A/B student. Can I start over fresh and re-take everything at a different school? Do I have to show another school my old transcripts? Can I pretend I haven't went to school yet and start over? Will they see my past grades if I retake everything? Any help would be appreciated. I am worried I wouldn't be able to raise my GPA with what I have, but I really need help with paying for school.

I appreciate everyone's input. I am looking for the quickest route spending the least amount of money as possible. I am going to be calling some schools in my area to figure out the exact route I need to go. I like to plan ahead. I am just glad to know this is possible and i appreciate all of your responses!

I want to do nursing in pediatrics to establish a career, but I would eventually like to be a child therapist. Does a Bachelor's degree in nursing still leave open room to continue my education with graduate school as a child therapist (or do I have to get another Bachelor's, but in Psychology)? I have been looking online, but I haven't seen anything about anyone going into child therapy with already being an RN. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

You can get an Au pair or live-in nanny. I know there must be a lot of nannies wanting to move to NY.

A lot of you have mentioned pediatrician/NP. I do not like a lot of pressure to be on just my shoulders. That position holds more responsibility than I would be ready for. Plus, I am not a straight A student, but more of an A/B student and I am okay with that. =) I still appreciate these ideas a lot!

I'm thinking about getting a kindle, but was wondering if you or anyone you know uses it instead of paperback or hardback books at school. I know you can save money with ebooks. Any thoughts appreciated.

Okay, I was hoping I can get some advice on specialities I could go into after getting my RN. I'm the kind of person where I like to think ahead, research all possibilities, and then go forward. Well, I realize now I have to be that person as I have made too many mistakes. I am now 22 and I have gone a lot of different routes without thinking ahead and realized it is not the career I want. I don't want to waste anymore money. I want to do it right this time and find the best option to suite my personality. I don't have anyone in my family who is a nurse or interested in nursing so this is why I'm here. I come from a rather poor family and want to better myself and give my future family a good life financially. First off, I'm an ENFP (extraverted, intuitive, feeling, perceiving) personality type if that helps. Secondly, I love children. I am a nanny and I adore it. Being a nanny for wealthier families has opened my eyes to the fact that education is key in getting ahead. I want to be able to hire a nanny for my future children! I also love helping and educating people. I helped tutor some of my friends in high school and loved it. I am unsure about educating the adult population because I am so used to working with children, but I think I could do it. I am worried that I would be intimidated or mocked if I couldn't give the correct answer. With children, you are the boss and smarter automatically. I'm good with deadlines. In most situations I am very social and outgoing, which is a drastic contrast to my high school years. I'd like to ideally make at least $70,000 a year. I do not like to have a lot of pressure on me. I live in Kentucky, but this could change. I would like to live comfortably. I work best with a schedule of 3-4 days a week of work only. I am not good working five or six days straight in a row. I've learned this about myself over the years. I will have my associates in three years. Then I want to get my bachelor's and then my master's...but in what?

So you're saying that if you're licensed in a state that's not a compact state and happen to move to one, you cannot transfer your license?

Well, I figured that it is setup similar to a nanny agency. For example, the families are paying the agency more money than you're getting paid, you have to call the agency first and they contact the family if you call in sick vs you, and it's less personal. I would rather not deal with the middle man. Plus, I love how my job situation is set up and I love it! Your comment did help. It gives me another word to research. =)

I am not an RN, but wish to be in the near future. I am currently a nanny and will be going back to school soon for my LPN then RN. I love working with children and I have found all of my nanny positions via childcare websites. I have also advertised myself and that has worked as well with Craigslist (I don't do CL often). I am working for a great family and have excellent references, but in the future when I'm an LPN or RN I would like the opportunity to work with a child/infant in someone's home giving care. I would rather not use an agency. How would I go about this? Are there websites out there? Would I have to get my own insurance? Could I do this as an LPN as well? I love going to peoples' homes and giving care. I have did this for older people in the past through an agency, but I love being around children more. Thanks a lot! I have been looking at these forums on and off for a long time, but I don't post often.

Cut up a piece of a garlic and put it on your wart until it comes off. This works. I did this for about a week for a wart I had for 5 + years on my thumb. I had to pick at the wart to get it off. Kind of gross initially, but it has not come back and you cannot tell it has ever been there. Garlic is powerful.

Thanks you all, if anyone has anymore that would be great!