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1. Best way to learn about cells

   sfwant2beRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   First time taking anatomy and we are learnimg about cells...ugh....so boring. The text book is kinda bland. How are you all able to study the cells and functions? Please help! Im in dire need and this is just the first week of school. Any videos? Bo...

2. Best way to memorize anatomy and physiology terms

   sfwant2beRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   so, it's been quite a while since I've been back in school and I am most definitely happy and thrilled to do Nursing, BUT....I am having a hard time with the memorization part of anatomy and physiology terms. There's a ton of smart intelligent peopl...

3. Pre-Nursing Credits?

   sfwant2beRN replied to PreNursingStudent21's topic in Pre-Nursing

   English requires writing papers, so it can be time consuming. History and govt requires a lot of reading so make time for that. Perhaps humanities and arts would be super easy. And anatomy / physiology will be hard. Its a full load but if you dont h...

4. Yes, it's possible to go to nursing school and work full time...

   sfwant2beRN replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

   I was wondering if you were able to find a school that you can go to in the evening. Have you looked into gurnick? I think they have a location in Fresno Ca. Good luck

5. Fall semester classes '17

   sfwant2beRN replied to ErikaD360's topic in Pre-Nursing

   my school starts august 21st.... unfortunately, anatomy and physiology are separate courses (BOOOOOOO) so ill be taking anatomy and chemistry and hopefully nutrition. good luck everyone! we got this!

6. Career Change-Need Help Where to Start

   sfwant2beRN replied to sfwant2beRN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   wow, i wish the ABSN tuition in San Francisco was only $27k. It's $85k here. UGH!!!! but yes, i guess ill take the longer route, even though i am an older student.

7. What 3 classes should i take together?

   sfwant2beRN replied to sfwant2beRN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   hi Conjer...were you working at the same time? if so, how many hours and were they just on the weekends? thanks. just trying to plan out my schedule and seeing if i can perhaps work on the side. gotta make that money, too. LOL

8. What 3 classes should i take together?

   sfwant2beRN replied to sfwant2beRN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thank you all for your suggestions. Im already signed up anatomy and chem and will see if nutrition fits in my schedule. Theres nothing worst than having a bad teacher.. thank god for ratemyprofessor.com

9. What 3 classes should i take together?

   sfwant2beRN replied to sfwant2beRN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thanks for replyung! What 2 classes seem to be easier? Thanks again

10. What 3 classes should i take together?

    sfwant2beRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    The classes that I still need are: chemistry microbiology physiology anatomy nutrition pharmacoloy I'd like to take 3 classes each semester and volunteer 4 hours a week and maybe work 15 hours a week. I dont have any kids, yet, so that should make...

11. Should I apply to more than one Nursing Program

    sfwant2beRN replied to futuretxnurse's topic in Pre-Nursing

    hi futuretxnurse, curious...what city are you in? im in san francisco and the nursing programs here are severely impacted and have been ever since 15 years ago when I was going to school for my undergrad. Yes, definitely apply to as many schools as...

12. Starting nursing school at 37...

    sfwant2beRN replied to LindsayRadun's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Like many of you , this is my second career. After beating cancer, i decided to just change my job. I didnt want to go through life wondering what i shoulda coulda woulda done. Thats the worst when you live life w regrets. If there is something you w...

13. Is it possible to work and go to school at same time?

    sfwant2beRN replied to sfwant2beRN's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Great! Thanks for replying. You def sound like super woman taking 2 science courses and working and taking care of 3 kids. Ill be taking chem w lab and anatomy w lab ( both are 4 units each). Im not very good w science but crossing fingers that if i...

14. Is it possible to work and go to school at same time?

    sfwant2beRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    Is it possible to work and go to school at the same time and not screw up your gpa? I am considering taking 2 science classes w labs and working at the same time. I have a 4.0 and dont want to mess it up at all, but I do need the money. Also, how ...

15. Is Gurnick Academy A Good School?

    sfwant2beRN posted a topic in School Programs

    I live in San Francisco and since the RN programs at the junior colleges and state college is severely impacted, the only other option would be to look at a vocational nursing school, such as Gurnick Academy. Gurnick is about $35k and it is a 1 year...