mentalhealthman

mentalhealthman

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  1. Get Lpn or Rn in NE Ohio

    mentalhealthman replied to laura4567's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Cuyahoga Career Center has a 9 month LPN course. That is the shortest one that I have seen. Looks like a good program. One good thing about being an LPN is that you can get some good experience...

  2. Excelsior questions :)

    mentalhealthman replied to MadamMermaid's topic in LPN to RN

    There are many Excelsior Student Sites on Yahoo groups. Go to Yahoo groups and search for Excelsior College. You will find a lot of support and information from current

  3. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

    mentalhealthman replied to RNPATL's topic in Government, Military

    Louis Stokes VA Hospital Cleveland Ohio VISN 10. Lpn working in Psychiatric Emergency Room. US Marine Corps 1984 -1990. Proud to serve. Still pursuing an RN license, but waiting for my year with...

  4. Public (ADN or BSN) schools in Cleveland area....

    mentalhealthman replied to neuronursein06's topic in Ohio Nursing

    University of Akron has a few different programs you may want to look at while you are here. http://www.wzip.uakron.edu/ nursing/Academic/

  5. overwhelmed with decision

    mentalhealthman replied to mel1977's topic in LPN to RN

    It can be confusing. What is good about Excelsior is that you can take it at your own pace. If you are motivated and have good study habits, you may be able to take a test every month or so. You...

  6. excelsior nursing program

    mentalhealthman replied to Firegirl14000's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I am an LPN working at the VA hospital in Cleveland. I too am going through Excelsior. It won't be easy, but it can be done. Check out the distance learning forum. Many posts concerning Excelsior....

  7. Anyone use Excelsior in Ohio??

    mentalhealthman replied to RYLEE228's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Rylee, I too am a LPN in Northeast Ohio. Checked with the BON and Ohio has no restrictions on EC grads. You can go to the EC web site and fill out a application for enrollment. The fee was $65.00....

  8. nursing concept 2 excempt for all lpns

    mentalhealthman replied to sweetneek1's topic in Online Distance Learning

    EC recently sent a response to this. They say that I can't have the waiver because I took Commonalities "B" back in 1999 and was not successful. They say that this test is about the same. I can't...

  9. excelsior question

    mentalhealthman replied to singlelife's topic in Online Distance Learning

    After submitting your application and the $65.00, EC will give a pre-assessment of your transcripts. They say it isn't official, but will give you a good idea of what is needed. Also, they have made...

  10. what states do not accept Excelsior?

    mentalhealthman replied to arvolina's topic in Online Distance Learning

    One option to consider:idea: If you can find a job within the Veterans Administration.......You can work anywhere..as long as it is with the

  11. nursing concept 2 excempt for all lpns

    mentalhealthman replied to sweetneek1's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Had to verify with the college just for peace of mind. I have been hearing about this since last week. Now I know. Just in time too. I was about to pay for the practice test just a few days ago....

  12. Opinions on Excelsior College?

    mentalhealthman replied to tater.jake's topic in LPN to RN

    I am currently taking classes with Excelsior. For myself, it is the best fit. I finished NC 1 recently. Not too bad. Got through it with minimal studying, but that may not be the case with some of...

  13. Stay with good paying job, or go with LVN program??? NEED ADVICE.....

    mentalhealthman replied to iheartnursing_cali's topic in LPN to RN

    Going to LVN school would not be a bad idea. Not sure about the RN programs out there, but I think that most of them have bridge programs for LPNs/LVNs. So the time would not be a waste. If your job...

  14. Failed the first EC NC1 exam

    mentalhealthman replied to aprmayjunegirl's topic in Online Distance Learning

    $75.00 per exam. They now have available Micro, A&P, and of course the NC exams. I recently went through the practice exam for NC 1. The rationales our very informative. I noticed that some of the...

  15. Online AAS/ADN program for students who completed 50% clinicals and failed

    mentalhealthman replied to Savyldy's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Check with Excelsior. I think I seen something in their curriculum about accepting students that have completed atleast 50% of their nursing classes. Not totally sure, but it is worth looking into....

  16. Weighted exams for Excelsior?

    mentalhealthman replied to PedsRN&momto5girls's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Okay Melissa, I will take a stab at it. Weighted exams "weigh" different questions at different percentages of the total score. For instance questions that are multiple choice may not count as much...

  17. Good Experiences with Excelsior??

    mentalhealthman posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    :mortarboard: I have heard so many horror stories about the CPNE. That it makes me wonder if this is the best course of action in obtaining my RN license. I'm not giving up, but would love to hear...

  18. Good Experiences with Excelsior??

    mentalhealthman replied to mentalhealthman's topic in Online Distance Learning

    :Melody: Thanks everyone. Your comments have been music to my ears. I figured that there had to be some happy graduates. It helps me to stay determined to follow through. Just waiting to find the...

  19. you might be from ohio if:

    mentalhealthman replied to mcmike55's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Love the thread. I am from NE Ohio, but my cousins are from Southern. Growing up, it was always going down home. Also Mom would say "kittle" for kettle. They visited me once in California and...

  20. Excelsior College- exam schedule

    mentalhealthman replied to Pirou's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I would be dancing up a storm if I could pass all the NC tests in 5 months. Way to stay focused. Did you happen to use any notes from Yahoo groups? As soon as I get the $ I will schedule my...

  21. Anyone ever think they made a mistake?

    mentalhealthman replied to lisalpn06's topic in LPN to RN

    Lisa, Don't be so hard on yourself. The clinicals should be okay. You just finished LPN school, so the basics are there. Plus you have not had time to acquire any bad habits. You should do great....

  22. 'Wanna finish the EC program in 6 months...is it possible?

    mentalhealthman replied to Destinee's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for all the info. I to am wondering what kind of time frame I'm looking at. Just wondering if there are any other programs that take all or part of EC's nursing concept

  23. Pay increase after bridging?

    mentalhealthman replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    In my facility the compensation for an RN is different than an LPN. I'm talking about bennies. RN's get more vacation and can carry over more vacation from year to year. Not sure how they...

  24. Looking 4 other Cali students trying to get into ADN or BSN online programs?

    mentalhealthman replied to can'twait's topic in Online Distance Learning

    So true. One of my coworkers is using one of the publishing companies. I gave them a call. Expensive. I'm so glad that I found this forum before I signed up. There are also some groups on Yahoo...

  25. Excelsior Study Guides?

    mentalhealthman replied to EvinsAngel's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yes, you can actually download the content guide from Excelsior's web site. It will give a general description of the Examination. A content outline, and some Sample questions. Good Luck. I plan on...