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If I remember correctly boot camp is Tues. - Fri. from like 8 or 9 in the morning to about 4 or 5 (depending on what’s being taught that day, it just depends). You’ll be in class during the morning for lecture and then you’ll be in SIM lab for the remainder of the day.

Lubbock Cohort Group Page https://m.facebook.com/groups/2467447976877482/?ref=group_browse

There is another Lubbock group page on FB that some have already joined! Not sure which one people want to use, but it honestly doesn’t matter!

Actually I just made one so that people would have somewhere to start joining! ?

Congrats to everyone getting accepted! If anyone starts, or wants to start, a FB page or something for the Lubbock location please let me know!

Hey there! I did not have the absolute best academic grades either and I got in! I really try to stress to people that "not so perfect" grade is something not worth discouraged about, because they look at SO many other things than just that. As long as you meet the minimum GPA for admission, you can make up for it in other areas! By the experience that you say you have, that is definitely a plus and they'll take it all into consideration. I had decent grades with multiple retaken classes, but I had a lot of hospital/medical experience that I displayed to them in my interview. The interview is also what basically gets you accepted into the program, so if you can do well in it then it should be okay. I've known people who had a 4.0 GPA with some experience, but their interviews did not go well and they didn't get in. I'd encourage you to keep in mind that grades is not the only thing that makes someone a good nurse! ? You need to submit all of your transcripts to them, even your current one, when you submit your application (it's a requirement), so they should be able to see that your Medical Terminology is In Progress. If you receive acceptance into the program then you'll just need to send them your final transcript at the end of the semester before you begin the program! hope this helps a bit!

Yes it is all onsite. You'll be in the classroom during the morning for lecture and then you'll go to the SIM lab for skills. Tuesdays-Fridays from about 9-5, and that's in January.

-For the Activities & Distinctions portion I put all of the different healthcare/community volunteer experience I did, my shadowing experiences with nurses and other healthcare professionals, and the jobs that I did. Anything that shows you have experience in healthcare and that you’re an active member of your community helps a ton! -I did have healthcare experience before applying! They like to see that you’re familiar in a hospital setting so they’ll give preference to those who have that, but it’s not totally required. There was a woman in my previous cohort who spent 13 years as a librarian so don’t sweat it if you don’t have a lot! -You do have to complete a CNA course by the time you submit your application, since it’s a necessary supplemental item. However you don’t have to actually take the exam to be certified before applying. They do like to see that you are certified and that you worked with your CNA license, but I never actually got certified I only completed the class for it! Totally up to you (: -I don’t remember if there is a section specifically that allows you to list your certifications.. if there isn’t then there is a section under Schooling I believe that says something along the lines of “is there anything else we should know?” and that is where I would put any extra things you may have! Any extra things you can list in that space to help you stand out really help. Hope this was enough info(:

The schedule, when you look at it, is honestly pretty busy and a little overwhelming so it helps to just be super organized! The first month you'll be in what is called "bootcamp" where you'll learn basic skills. There's a test everyday and homework everyday as well for that. After you complete that then you'll be doing your clinical rotations, and that is where you get a little bit of control over what your schedule looks like. You'll get to decide what times/days work best for you.. you just have to meet the requires clinical hours. At the same time is when your other classes for the semester start so you'll definitely have to work on managing all of that. For onsite requirements and clinical sites you have to have your shots updated and turn in a shot record, current BLS, and all of that fun stuff. When you do bootcamp, are in the SIM lab, and are at the clinical sites you have to wear your scrubs and badge at all times and the correct shoes and your hair has to be up. They have like a professionalism code and if you don't adhere to it they can take off points for the class!

Thank you! With FAFSA you would fill out the application for 2019-2020 since it's part of the same application cycle. And you can complete it any time (before or after) getting into the program! I personally waited until I received acceptance, which is September-ish just to save myself some anxiety lol. But I had plenty of time to get everything done within that timeframe. It's up to you! ?

I received Proficient on all of my TEAS subjects and my overall GPA was a 3.3! In all honesty though, I would really advise to not stress so hard about scoring high and having a super perfect GPA. With the admission process they basically give you "points" for each criteria that you meet no matter what. As long as you meet everything and make your application stand out by showing your passion for wanting to be a nurse, you'll get get an interview which is what basically gives you a spot or not. I don't want it to seem like really good grades aren't important, because they definitely are BUT I knew people who had 4.0's that didn't get in because their interviews were not strong enough. It's all about being well-rounded. My overall GPA was not very high and I scored the minimum Proficient on my TEAS and still received an interview! I also dropped a few classes and retook some science prerequisites so my transcript was nowhere near perfect. Of course, I had lots of different experience and felt like I nailed my interview so! As far as the professors, they are AMAZING! You get what are called "site coordinators" and as well as an adviser during the whole program and they were all sweethearts and genuinely hard your best interests in mind. The first month you do what is called "bootcamp" and you basically learn the basics, which is where your CNA classes come in and basically just perfect basic skills; this all takes place in the SIM lab and in a classroom. Afterwards you'd start setting up/preparing for clinical rotations!

Hey y’all, so my situation is a little weird but here we go: last year I applied to the 2nd degree program at TTUHSC for January of 2019 and actually was accepted and finished the first month of the program! However, I became extremely ill and actually got diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and due to all of that happening I had to drop out of the program (I’m all better though and am managing everything so no worries!). Anywho, the program director actually offered me a deferred spot for January of 2020 due to all that happened with me this year. So I actually will be in the cohort and have already been accepted to this program for January 2020 at the Lubbock location! With that being said, I just wanted to let you all know that if you have any questions on the admissions process or the way everything is going to work as far as the first few weeks of classes go I’d be more than happy to help! I’ve been through it and know it can be/seem a little hectic and crazy so just wanted to offer any help that I can ?