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  1. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    The following is a timeline of the letters I received last year: Dated: April 14, 2014 It states: -- GPA used for ranking and then it states the Composite Score Used for Ranking -- Will begin...

  2. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Sweetp3a, That really is a subjective question because we all have strengths and weaknesses. I had to reflect on this question a bit. If you got that MCC acceptance letter in your hand after...

  3. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I am currently in the 2nd semester. The classes are posted under registration so you can look at the times available to get an idea. It can certainly be difficult to decipher though. Some classes...

  4. Macomb Community College Nursing 2014

    giggy2 replied to a.carolina's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I agree, the back pack I recommended was before I started the program. I currently use a standard backpack to carry my binders and only use that one above if I need to take my laptop with me...

  5. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    The HESI study guide definitely prepared me for the exam. Having my A&P and micro completed also helped. I would say I actively studied a couple of hours per day for about 4-6 weeks before the...

  6. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I was actually surprised that there were only around 350 applicants that qualified for ranking in 2014. MCC even decreased the amount of test dates offered for the HESI. I remember the first time I...

  7. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Many people go straight to the reading comprehension because the paragraphs can be long and they are more focused at the the beginning of the exam. Work on your weakness areas first before you...

  8. MCC nursing applicants for 2015

    giggy2 replied to GiveMeTheCoffee's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I'm currently in the RN program, August start. I had a 92% and 3.7103 GPA and I ranked #37, (I know you will ask) . I think you could work 32 hours in the first semester (weekends included). I do...

  9. Macomb Community College Nursing 2014

    giggy2 replied to a.carolina's topic in Michigan Nursing

    [h=1]Here's the one I will be using for the nursing program, I also used it for the PTA program at MCC. I got mine from target for $60.00. Looks like a backpack, rolls like a dream....

  10. Macomb Community College Nursing 2014

    giggy2 replied to a.carolina's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I'm in, 3.71 and 92. I found out at noon, but couldn't post to let ya'll know cause I was at work. I was psycho texting my son to get the mail. Bet he's glad that's all over.

  11. Macomb Community College Nursing 2014

    giggy2 replied to a.carolina's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Four years ago I was an alternate in the nursing program, 30th out. I also got into PTA, OTA, RT, and Surg. tech. As soon as I paid my $100 for the PTA program, I lost my placement into the nursing...

  12. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi! Unfortunately I did not get in. I'm #220 , I am an alternate, so that's what... 68 out. heheheh I feel as though a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. As much as I have a passion for helping...

  13. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    You guys are hilarious.

  14. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    LOL, that's cute

  15. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hello, I went to my appointment today and I qualify as unemployed (I asked about displaced homemaker and he said no). It was a long class, 1.5 hr., and it "seems" like a lot of running around, but...

  16. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    EEEEGHADS!!! Nope, not gonna commit "fraud" here. (No "F" word allowed) You are absolutely right "displaced homemaker" is not what I qualify under. The Michigan Works employee was sitting next to me...

  17. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi there, thanks for the well wishes (heaven only knows I need them;)) I don't know your circumstances, but I hope you qualify for the funds! First, I tried to call MI Works several times and it's...

  18. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    One more thing, most people don't know about the SAHM/displaced homemaker status. I was answering a questionare from them and "displaced homemaker" was on there and as soon as I checked it, nobody...

  19. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi Shannon, I'm not sure but here's a FAQ: http://www.michigan.gov/nwlb/0,1607,7-242-48049---,00.html#2 I have been home/unemployed for over 10 years, so I don't know the answer to your questions. I...

  20. No worker left behind???

    giggy2 replied to god-is-love's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hello, just some random info on my experience with NWLB so far. It is definitely worth it to look into NWLB. There are TONS of funds recently posted in Michigan that are waiting to be used by folks...

  21. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Last year I received a letter dated April 3 (received on April 5th), stating my HESI and GPA scores that I would be ranked on. I had until April 11 to call if I had any concerns. It also stated the...

  22. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Raising hand here and adding fuel to the fire! I applied to all of the selective admissions except for Vet Tech. So does my application count as 5 or do they only count me as 2; one app. for Nursing...

  23. I think it is time for the MCC hopefuls to start count down

    giggy2 replied to shannonmarie7's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Last year we received our GPA/HESI letters on April 5th. So you can relax for a couple of days...... yeah

  24. Bad mood

    giggy2 replied to NightOwl0624's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I've been volunteering in the Oncology Infusion Room for the past 8 weeks, and I see my problems are pretty minimal compaired to others. It's my job to smile :anpom: I'm so lucky! Yeah, it's pretty...

  25. How well do Bakers credits transfer??

    giggy2 replied to cgallagher's topic in Michigan Nursing

    http://www.macomb.edu/noncms/datatelinfo/courses/CourseEquiv.asp?INS=0001395 This will give you and idea. This is from Macomb's Website.