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I am almost finished with my didactics. One of the best tools that has helped me through these classes a digital recorder plug-in for my Ipod. After you record it, you can sync it to I-tunes and it will import it. I have all of my lectures since I started school saved on my Ipod.

Sounds like you would be perfect as a Nurse Practitioner.

Depends on the school in which you apply. Some schools will take your circumstances into consideration. To be frank, some just don't care and go strictly by the numbers. My best advice for you is to start applying ASAP even though you do have the grades hanging over your head. While applying, take one of those classes per semester over two consecutive semesters. That will somewhat replace them on your transcript. Taking them at the same college would be your best option if that is possible.

Tuition and Fees comes out to about 7350 per semester over 7 semesters. That's about $51,500. Books for first semester will break your heart, but you really don't have to buy but a few after that. My first semester, I spend $1,230 on books. But you will use every single one of them. I think that it would be safe to say $2,000. That may be slightly over estimating, but I would rather over-estimate than under-estimate. The program is well worth the money though. One positive that I look at is that printing doesn't cost any extra.

My first day was Monday, January 7. As packed as the semester will be, I'm sure they will start on January 5. That's just my guess. First semester is pretty tough. Summer semester isn't so bad. I will have to get back to you on the Fall semester, but I hear that it is going to be a wild ride too. Good Luck with the interviews everyone. Me and several of my classmates will be there to answer any questions that you may have.

Last Year I applied to a school while I was still in the BSN program. I interviewed in August 07 and got in. My BSN degree was still pending. I completed my BSN a week after the interview. I applied to numerous schools with my degree still pending. Some welcome the application. Some don't like it. Contact the school and ask them.

Interviewing about 50 something and accepting about 25. Wonderful odds, but it is VERY competitive this year.

I bought two books from AACN, but I can't tell you which ones they were. One of them was full of practice questions. I used that one a little bit. The best thing that I did to prepare me for CCRN was a CCRN review course. I can't mention the names of the speakers at the review, but it was in Fort Walton Beach, FL. They do this particular course every September. Let me know if you are interested. It was awesome. I passed the CCRN with plenty of cushion. I wouldn't say that it was easy. The other thing about the review course is that I still remember alot of that information and apply it to my studies while in CRNA school.

Does anyone have suggestions for PDA software to use in the OR? Students at my school are currently using LexiComp. My class was asked last week to make some other suggestions. What are you guys using? Are you happy/unhappy with it?

I think that when it comes to a BSN, all that matters is your piece of paper. The things that matter to CRNA schools are you grades and past experiences. I have an online BSN degree, and I am in CRNA school. That's just my opinion in a nut shell

I am currently on scholarship with a hospital that I used to work for. I am still happy with the decision that I made because of the circumstances. It would take me forever to explain. Basically, alot has changed at this hospital in the short time that I have been gone. It doesn't look like they are going to have an opening for a CRNA when I graduate. The good thing is this: If they don't have a job for me, I don't owe them anything. I'm free and clear. That's my story in a nut shell. My best advice for you is Don't take the money. As long as you can make it without the dough, don't take it. Health Insurance is not a problem. Any school that you go to will offer you health insurance at a super cheap rate. I've got it through my wife's job, but most of my classmates have it through the school. Stick it out without the money if possible. You are going to get so many offers in school. You can go about anywhere and get a sign-on bonus of $40,000. Just take out the loans that you need and keep your options open.

I don't think that you will be able to get in with a BA in sociology and Associates in Nursing. However, I don't know why you can't get into a BS program with a BA in sociology. There are tons of upgrade programs out there.

I got in with a 3.46, but it was from the alternate list. It all depends on your competition. It also depends on all of your other scores/credentials/references, etc. No one quality makes you a shoe in candidate for school. Anyway, I speak from experience. I love the program at Samford. All of the instructors are passionate about what they do. Also, we started with 19, and the instructors/directors goal is to finish with 19. Some schools will try to thin down the field as the program progresses. I fell in love with Samford on the first day of class. The director said, "Congratulations on making it this far. Competition ends now. Learn all that you can." They have a genuine love for students. I am so glad that I ended up at Samford. Let me know if I can help you.

I am 24 as of today. I started CRNA school in January of this year. I can't wait to graduate. Since being in school, I have met alot of CRNAs. I have yet to meet a CRNA that dislikes their job. Every single on of them are passionate about what they do. Yeah, the money is good. But if you go through the rigorous education, you will know why the money is so good.

First of all, everyone is different. But, there are two girls in my class that have children younger than 1 yo, and they are doing fine. One of them actually interviewed on the day after giving birth. You just have prioritize and make the most of your time. You just won't be able to waste ANY time. Every minute is precious regardless of whether or not you are spending that time with your family or with your books. The most important thing right now is that your Husband, Mother in Law, and any other family member understands that you are likely going to be spending more time with your books than with your family. But, its only for a short while. Keep your goals in mind to give you motivation during your program. It is great that you are getting your education out of the way before either of your children is old enough to remember your absence. You can do it!!