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  1. TCC NS with a C in AP?

    NurseBettyICU posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Has anyone gotten into TCC RN program with a C in both API & II, but A's in all other

  2. Any free cna training.....

    NurseBettyICU replied to Gucci.82's topic in Texas Nursing

    I called them, but the lady is out until Monday. I wonder if its too late to get into the July 7th -15th class. I didnt realize you could get it done that quickly. Are there any other places around...

  3. TCC NS with a C in AP?

    NurseBettyICU replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks for being honest. I'm not discourage - kind of expected that answer, but had to ask anyway. I am planning to retake AP2 (found it way more interesting than AP1) early next year. It is more...

  4. Any free cna training.....

    NurseBettyICU replied to Gucci.82's topic in Texas Nursing

    I've been looking too - thanks for this link! Do you happen to know how much their class

  5. Wages around the country?

    NurseBettyICU replied to paffsc's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm in FW and thinking about becoming a CNA while I wait on getting into NS. Just curious about Agencies - do you mean like temp agencies? Why do they pay so much more?

  6. Best Ways to Keep Alert?

    NurseBettyICU replied to DesertRoseAZ's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Has anyone tried those powders that you mix with water? I'm am addicted to The Crystal Lite Energy on the Go. It really gives me a pick-me-up during the middle part of the day. And its got B vitamins...

  7. School + Work + Mom = Goin Nuts?

    NurseBettyICU replied to Hausfrau's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree that you AND DH should really work on getting your daughter to sleep through the night before getting into NS. Whatever method works for your family. I personally got my kiddos to sleep...

  8. How do I become a CNA??

    NurseBettyICU posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm taking the pre-reqs for NS, but I've been thinking that maybe I should become a CNA first - to gain some experience as I have nada. But where do I start? I'm in Fort Worth and go to TCC-S. I've...

  9. Made it through the interview!

    NurseBettyICU replied to joymama's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    CONGRATS! If you dont mind me asking - what kinds of questions do they ask? I HATE interviews of any kind. The more people asking me questions, the more nervous I get - then I end up going blank and...

  10. Out of county tuition

    NurseBettyICU posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Well this stinks! I have been going to TCC for a few years now (taking my pre-req very slowly). I moved about 10 minutes down the road and am now considered in Parker County (just barly). So instead...

  11. POLL: Spinoff on the Parents thread reg: Medical Issues...

    NurseBettyICU replied to LBS2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, my heart goes out to all of you. When my oldest daughter (now 9 y/o) was 2 weeks old she was diagnosed with pyloricstenosis. Come to find out her father (my DH) as well has his father (my FIL)...

  12. PreReqs: How long has it taken

    NurseBettyICU replied to ladybug725's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I started my pre-req in the fall of 04. Still not quit done with them, but plan to start the last of them this fall. I know whatcha mean - 2 kids, hubby and a fulltime job... fitting in a class or...

  13. What courses if any are you taking this summer?

    NurseBettyICU replied to williams3929's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking Concepts of Physical Activty (PE) and Film Appreciation during Summer 1. And Human Development & Lifespan (Psych 2) during Summer 2. I like to knock the easy courses out during the...

  14. Anyone working full-time and going to school?

    NurseBettyICU replied to kiss04bam's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Same here. I work fulltime (8-5 M-F) and usually take 1 class a semester (2 nights a week usually from 6pm-9:30pm). In between work and school - I have to squeeze in playtime with my 9 & 2 year...

  15. Out of county tuition

    NurseBettyICU replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    I figured there would be some kind of catch. Thanks for the heads up. I sure dont want to be doing anything illegal. It is nice to know I'm not the only one who has to pay more just b/c I'm just...

  16. Calculators for math?

    NurseBettyICU posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Just curious - if you are in the TCC nursing program - are you allowed to use calculators - or are you expected to do it all in or head or on

  17. Calculators for math?

    NurseBettyICU replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you so much for this heads-up. I will definatly look into taking an extra class. I havent even applied to NS yet - still finishing up the last of my pre-regs. But I want to be as prepared as I...

  18. A Poem for Nursing Students who are Moms

    NurseBettyICU replied to 3sodapop's topic in General Students

    OMG I love

  19. Calculators for math?

    NurseBettyICU replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    OH GOOD!! I was reading over the Student Handbook on the TCC website and saw that you have to make a 90% on the dosage tests or you are out. I am horrible with math started freaking out. Knowing I can...

  20. How Much in Student Loans Do YOU Have?

    NurseBettyICU replied to Brookes1129's topic in General Students

    I'm still finishing up my pre-req and thank goodness - no student loans as of yet. But when I actually get into NS I do forsee having a nice chuck to pay back. Right now I am the sole income for my...

  21. How to get volunteer experience?

    NurseBettyICU replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    that line should have been 3 month -

  22. How to get volunteer experience?

    NurseBettyICU replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    100 hours in 2 month?!?! WOW! Are there other hospitals close by that need volunteers. A while back I desided to volunteer at a local hospital, I guess they dont get many volunteers. The lady was...

  23. You know you are in nursing school when ctxt

    NurseBettyICU replied to tnstudentnurse's topic in General Students

    I'm still taking my pre reqs - but OMG you guys are totally cracking me up over here... and scaring me to death at the same time.

  24. TCC Spring '09 applicants?

    NurseBettyICU replied to Corkybabe12's topic in Texas Nursing

    I didnt know TCC had a pilates class. How cool! I love pilates (I do them at home watching the DVD).

  25. First Day! First Class!!!

    NurseBettyICU replied to 9livesRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Awesome scores!!! Keep it up - and keep us