amybethf

amybethf

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  1. HFCC Students

    amybethf replied to ChelsNurse2B's topic in Michigan Nursing

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!! :balloons: I remember the sheer joy when I got my letter!!!!!!!!!!! Yeppers, there are many pitfalls or shall I say weeding techniques to rid students who are not up to par with...

  2. HFCC Students

    amybethf replied to ChelsNurse2B's topic in Michigan Nursing

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!! :balloons: I remember the sheer joy when I got my letter!!!!!!!!!!! Yeppers, there are many pitfalls or shall I say weeding techniques to rid students who are not up to par with...

  3. HFCC Students

    amybethf replied to ChelsNurse2B's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :welcome: i am in my first semester of nursing i would strongly heed the advice and take all of your co-req's before beginning. the program is incredibly demanding and if u work too then pretty much...

  4. The HFCC pharmacology test

    amybethf replied to Veruka's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Did u take the 4 tests @ the end of the Basic Pharm modules yet? We have to turn ours in before taking the 'actual' test and both require an 80%. I think if u read the modules and can pass the tests...

  5. 1st semester at HFCC

    amybethf replied to miMOMMYof3's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hey - I'm in section 3. I love my teachers, they are so sweet and supportive. I am really liking it so far; I love being part of something so great - it motivates me. Don't worry too much about the...

  6. Anyone buy nursing supplies yet?

    amybethf posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi all Fall '07'ers! Gosh, I'm really spending some serious cash on all this stuff! I perused the thread about what we need most and that has been very helpful in getting my 'study room' together. I...

  7. Anyone buy nursing supplies yet?

    amybethf replied to amybethf's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hey all, I heard the Littmann Lightweight II S.E. is the best stethoscope out there and the 'ceil blue' color goes well with our blue uniforms. It seems alot of others are heavy and a pain in the...

  8. Anyone buy nursing supplies yet?

    amybethf replied to amybethf's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Holy S**t! That is some serious cash! But I think once I purchase my books, I'll be around the same. I also found a nice ergonomic + lumbar support chair I want @ Sam's. With this butt sitting so...

  9. Failed Net

    amybethf replied to porkey2's topic in Michigan Nursing

    100% absolutely great advice! Most ace the math and fail the reading. (I was the opposite!) It is measuring your 'scientific aptitude' to reading comprehension. Just read read read until you 'get'...

  10. Who else is excited to start Fall '07!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    amybethf posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    I AM SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!! Getting all that dreadful paperwork in order for the deadline is finally making me realize that I am SOOOOO ready to dig in and see what this is all about....finally! I know...

  11. HFCC - Example Nursing Class/Clinical Schedule

    amybethf replied to logique's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Yes, thank you 'My Simple Plan' for that very cogent breakdown of clinicals! I am so glad that first semester I can pick a site close to home! U are a great asset to

  12. ADN programs

    amybethf replied to KasRymom's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I heard WCCCD is based on GPA and they like to admit students who took their pre-req's there. I also think they take fewer students. I start @ HFCC in the Fall so I cannot give an opinion as to their...

  13. Hello

    amybethf replied to smileyface36's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Welcome! Does your current college offer both programs? If so, talk to a counselor. If not, look into schools nearby and talk to a counselor there. With a degree in science already, chances are u...

  14. HFCC accepted to the program?

    amybethf replied to oguesswhat's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I know they are accepting 220 for Fall. I got my letter in March and went to orientation in April. I know there was also an orientation today. What I am thinking is that they are having one more...

  15. Working Mom

    amybethf replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    At HFCC, where I go, 96% work. It can be done. Is it going to be hard? Absolutely. But if u keep your eye on the prize and be dedicated, keep a smart and strict study schedule, it is yours for the...

  16. Admissions into WSU RN traditional

    amybethf replied to ikenna's topic in Michigan Nursing

    A good idea would be to talk to each of the nursing offices and see what their requirements are to gain admission or look at their website. The amount of people entering nursing school is huge and you...

  17. HFCC students does color of stethoscope matter???

    amybethf replied to miMOMMYof3's topic in Michigan Nursing

    At my orientation the dean didn't say anything about color but importantly to buy a cheap one. Check out the thread on 'nursing students forum' for the sticky on 'what are the item(s) you need most...

  18. I'm D-O-N-E !! Semester & Prereq's YAY!!

    amybethf replied to DesertRain's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats! Me too. I am taking med dosage calc over the summer and then I begin NS in Aug! Finally! It's nice to know that most of have a messy house! I just can't keep up with 2 kids! I can't...

  19. Average GPA

    amybethf replied to Mya87's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At my community college passing is considered a 'C' and u have to have a

  20. "nurses eat their young"

    amybethf replied to yuyu75's topic in General Nursing

    I am sure this does happen but do not let it deter u, there will be ppl u gel with and those u don't and that is true of any profession. Since the age of the avg nurse is 54, they are from the 'old...

  21. Anatomy at HFCC

    amybethf replied to oguesswhat's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Nope. sorry :) But be ready to study your butt off! And try not to just memorize but learn the material cuz it is the foundation for nursing classes. Pay special attention to endocrinology, the...

  22. I Got My Letter Today!!!

    amybethf replied to miMOMMYof3's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Congrats! Orientation was like the real deal..I'm finally here! I registered for #3 for classes. Hope to meet

  23. Colleges are full?

    amybethf replied to G to The P's topic in General Nursing

    I read an article recently about CA in particular struggling to accomodate the massive influx in nursing students. They closed many programs way back because the demand wasn't there. But alot of...

  24. HFCC Nursing Orientation

    amybethf posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    Well, I expected to be stressed out and panic stricken but it was a very thorough presentation and many forms to fill out. The Dean has a doctorate, has a hx in the military and is the mother of...

  25. Hfcc ???

    amybethf replied to miMOMMYof3's topic in Michigan Nursing

    They sent out 70 letters in March and had an orientation for those last week. These were mostly postponed students or those that took the NET in 2005 or early 2006. There is another batch of 70 that...