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Awesome!! What region of California are you in??

I think you will get in!

Sure! I am an EMT, almost 2 years now and was a Scribe before that, but I dont think super extensive experience is required. Got an 89.6 TEAS and the GPA they calculated for my app was 3.7 I think... or btwn 3.5-3.7. The thing about the GPA is that they calculate your GPA independently of your undergrad, and only use the science pre-reqs (I think...dont quote me on this). I think its calculated using Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology only, but you still have to complete all the pre-reqs. But I would clarify that with them when, or before, you apply.

Thanks! I start November 1! Are you in the Houston cohort for Nov 1?

I will try! So far so good, they are very friendly and seem to want to help me do well. During the application process an entrance counselor schedules calls (around every other week or so) with you to make sure youre meeting any deadlines, and staying on track. Your counselor also has a say in your admission (although I dont know how much) so be kind to them. And if you miss scheduled calls do your best to reschedule, dont go MIA. They want to work with you so communicate with them. Once you're admitted, try not to miss any scheduled calls, they have a lot of information to give you, and the timeline is not super tight, but it can get tight if you neglect to keep up. The great thing is that they give you a lot of information but most of it will be reiterated in future calls, so you never need to panic if you feel overwhelmed (I havent felt overwhelmed, but see the potential for it). And if you take notes on your calls and review them, usually it makes sense, or you can ask for clarification. My counselor has been very good about communication. Even if she has told me something before she understands that it's all new to me, and is so friendly about clarifying. TIP: ALWAYS TAKE NOTES DURING YOUR PHONE CALLS!! And keep your notes together!

AMEN!!

TBH, you need to have thicker skin. I work in an ER in the ghetto and we deal with people like that on the daily. I have been called a b*** and beyond, just for doing my job, and even for things completely unrelated to me. And let me just clarify that I am extremely hard working, and many coworkers and patients have told me that they enjoy working with/being cared for by me. Its just that there's a special breed of people out there who are a little extra special. There are two issues here, and neither of them is you. The biggest one is the doctor bringing the coffee. Completely inappropriate. The doctor set you up for what is called a simple-assault by giving an aggressive patient a projectile, and walked away. The second problem is that the patients dont dictate their care. You are not there to be directed by them, you are not there to serve them, you are there to offer care as outlined in their care plan or orders, in line with medical protocols. And you arent there to be abused. I have been asked by uncountable abdominal pain patients for food, and when they are denied due to protocol for abdominal pain they go off. And I mean OFF THE WALL, cursing, throwing furniture, screaming... and im suppose to say "okay well if you want the sandwich you can have it but the consequences are yours" with a smile? Nope! We dont facilitate illness.ITS A LIABILITY. They are more than welcome to have those things, but Im not giving it to them. I would say that I would have confronted the physician about her involvement in the incident (right away, not days or weeks later), and document her actions, as well as the patients. You can also write up a physican. And as for the patient, f*** that guy. You dont owe him, and you dont need to feel guilty or rescue him just because he has medical problems. I have seen really sick people get kicked out of the ER for assaultive behavior. People have to be civil to get help. They are not owed unconditional help. The people offering the help and resources are in charge, disrespect gets the boot. And mentally handicapped patients and behavioral patients get treated with behavioral protocol, with all their belongings taken away and rigid limitations on food etc.. to designated meal times. They stay in a designated psych room, with even fewer freedoms with a security nearby. But he's A&O, and capable of making his own decision, so keeping that patient after he threw a fit to get his way only reinforces bad behavior and sets you up for future abuse. Once the IV is out and the paper is signed there is no going back. There is no "Im sorry" after the fact. Thats the arrangement of abusive relationships. I probably come accross as insensitive, but I do have compassion for these people, I understand they are suffering. But that doesnt equate to "they get to swear and torment and assault those that offer help." You can only do your best, and be professional, and thats what you did. You didnt treat him inhumanely. You allowed him to make his own choices, which is humane, respectful and professional. His situation has nothing to do with you, he is mad at the world and you wont be able to fix that, so brush it off and move on. But next time, put a halt on that dr before she really gets you hurt.

Hello All - I just got accepted to WGU 2017 California cohort. I wanted to see if anyone on here was accepted for this cohort, or if anyone who has been through the California program has any tips or "heads up" info. Thanks!