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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm all for change..but doesnt sound like the changes they made for the 10 week class provide any true learning benefit...just make it more of a hassle for you and for the person that has to be your...
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Glad I did the 5 week class,lol ur almost
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    RN to BSN without stats, chem, foreign language

    Flames9_RN replied to Peerless's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No real issues with GCU.....very well laid out online classroom....Each class pretty much follows the same layout....2 Discussion Questions (DQs) due each week....1 on Wed and th eother Fri at...
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    RN to BSN without stats, chem, foreign language

    Flames9_RN replied to Peerless's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I went to GCU RN to BSN and it has a Stats
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    SEVERE Anxiety about the NCLEX

    Flames9_RN replied to Mcastle124's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    at 1 time there used to be good info at Home | NCSBN Tips for the exam day..sort of what to expect when u walk in the room,lol had some question examples.....Knowing what ur facing helps 1 prepare....
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    SEVERE Anxiety about the NCLEX

    Flames9_RN replied to Mcastle124's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Everyone feels nervous/anxiety towards this exam....all 1 can do is prepare urself for it..study hard..a zillion tips on here on how to pass...but its up to you to put in the work and find the best...
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    Got Accepted into BOTH ADN and BSN Programs

    Flames9_RN replied to Mlee81's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I think every nursing program (BSN, ADN) say to quit ones job and concentrate on school. I know in my ADN program, there were 2nd degree students who excelled in their other degree, but had issues...
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    Got Accepted into BOTH ADN and BSN Programs

    Flames9_RN replied to Mlee81's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    won't hire BSNs..I think you have that backwards....most places prefer BSN over ADN (ASN) Yes many places do offer tuition help, but for some its only so much a
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    make sure u take a look at the example of the capstone they provide ( or at least used to in week 5..now prob in week 10,lol) It tells u where to put everything........yes it can be a bit confusing...
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    GL. 1 thing I did right away was message the prof and made sure my PICOT was fine. She gave me good feedback...and I did not waste time on a crappy
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I had some excitement when I clicked on that SUBMIT button, but I still had 2 more "anything" classes to go. Was difficult to stay motivated,lol Enjoy ur walk..ceremonies/crowds are not my thing,...
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    Statistics Stress (GCU) - Please Help! :)

    Flames9_RN replied to jujee68's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Stats is the 1 class I have heard multiple people failing.....A wise investment may be paying for a tutor..you can find them in person visits or online..many online companies offer them.....yes not a...
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I suggest you start looking at the weeks ahead and looking at all thats required......I believe in week 5 under RESOURCES, then course material there is an example of the Capstone paper...it even...
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    We had t review 15 articles..8 of which had to be research based.........I just kept it simple..and answered the question (don't think to deeply into it) but I actually didn't break my Picot down in...
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    When should I take my NCLEX?

    Flames9_RN replied to ASully4924's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would take it asap...if u fail, not a big deal as ur going to be out of country and u have seen the format of the exam..which should help calm u down when u re-take it down the road. And U can prob...
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    Help me decide on rn to bsn on line.....

    Flames9_RN replied to Koroll's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Fellow Canuck here..but all my nursing studies have been in the USA. I did my RN to BSN online at GCU....They originally told me I needed 10 classes...then it turned to 12..which is what most...
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    Grand Canyon RN-BSN

    Flames9_RN replied to tokmom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    In 1 of my "anything" classes I had a prof that had a strict word count in her DQs....think it was 200 or 250 and that was it..she docked u big time if u went over.....The class was rather bland, so...
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    Grand Canyon University RN to BSN Reviews

    Flames9_RN replied to Flames9_RN's topic in School, College Programs

    From what I understand, nothing has really changed with capstone..same "stuff" just spread over 10 weeks.....If one is prepared they have their PICOT rdy to go and 15 articles...... Its now Saturday,...
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    Grand Canyon University RN to BSN Reviews

    Flames9_RN replied to Flames9_RN's topic in School, College Programs

    Ya the DQs could be done better....I found it was the same old stuff regarding the replies...people just agreeing with the poster...lol I say just do away with the DQs..and find something to replace...
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    Grand Canyon University RN to BSN Reviews

    Flames9_RN replied to Flames9_RN's topic in School, College Programs

    The beauty of 10 weeks..u get 5 more weeks of DQs,lol It was mentioned on anothger post, or maybe it was from a private chat I had. I recall 1 of the DQS was the same question from Stats class..of...
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    New RN endorsement license only good for 6 months

    Flames9_RN replied to janisporto's topic in Maryland Nursing

    no CE requirement for
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    Grand Canyon University RN to BSN Reviews

    Flames9_RN replied to Flames9_RN's topic in School, College Programs

    found in the student..university portal: http://gcu.tutortrac.com/tracweb40/default.html says it has stats
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    NVCC Hybrid vs traditional

    Flames9_RN replied to blb28's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I graduated in 2009 from the traditional program....Instructors were fine, but yes, some just read from the powerpoint....of course the students were not much better.....so many stupid questions and...
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    Help...looking for advice on RN to BSN online programs

    Flames9_RN replied to JCon's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Lot of schools to choose from, some well priced and some way out there,lol I attended Grand Canyon University (GCU) and thought it was fine. I think the program was around $17000 in ttl, yes many...
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    Grand Canyon University RN to BSN Reviews

    Flames9_RN replied to Flames9_RN's topic in School, College Programs

    There used to be 2 places to check for Tutors, believe 1 was associated with GCU and the other wasn't...Will look when I get home from work.....The other option is finding a local tutor and paying out...