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I have been offered a position with the Aurora Dialysis Center in Sturgeon Bay. Does anyone know anything about this clinic?

I'm going through Indiana State. They have a LPN-BSN program. It's online, but the clinicals are local. I haven't been able to find a program that could fit my needs in the area. I need to work and my husband is military. If anything happens I can pick up and go and it won't affect my standing in the program. However, it is not cheap. I wish I could be more help. I went through board of nursing website for both Maryland and D.C. and could not find a option that worked for me. I only know of two programs for LPN-RN. One is at AACC (Arnold, MD) and Community College of Baltimore City. I already have an associates degree and pre-reqs done so I decided on Indiana State.

Comprehensive Health Academy is an intense LPN program that is about 12-13 months long. I'm in my last couple of weeks so if you would like more information I'll be happy to give more. From your post it seems that you are most interested in RN programs. In the Fall, I'm entering a LPN-BSN program. I'm not exactly clear of your goals, but if you are interested in Comprehensive I have to tell you that the credits for this program will not transfer into a college or university program. I think Radians College and the University of D.C. both have RN programs.

My program cost $9500. This does not include books, uniforms, or supplies. We also have to pay an additional $250 comprehensive review class then $150 to take the comprehensive exam before we are released to take the boards. This is in Washington, D.C. I travel there from Maryland, so don't get me started on the cost of gas.

OMG! I ran out of those things in the beginning too. My husband is deployed so I have to do all the shopping. It will get much easier to plan a time for shopping. Sleep deprivation is a little trickier to manage. It's great that you have found some really good instructors like that. They are a really good resource. I wish you all the best.

I just wanted to say Congratulations and the Best of Luck to all of you! I am in the last 3 weeks of a 12 month program. Stay focus and try not to get behind! Oh, and this may seem silly to add but make sure you eat right, sleep, and get some type of exercise. It will help you cope so much better. For those who have families and jobs get yourself and planner and try to stick to schedule. Good Luck!!!

This is very good and complete information. I am currently in a propriety school for my LPN, but I have already completed my prereqs for a BSN program and I have an associates degree. Frankly, I took this route because it was a sure thing and I didn't have to wait. I walked into the school gave them my transcripts and told them what my goals were and the next month I was sitting in class. I didn't even take the entrance exam because of my transcripts. The drawbacks are if you have never taken any science courses or anything outside a high school diploma it can be very difficult. The program is 12 months of training and no breaks. This Christmas holiday is the my first real break. I'm doing the LPN-BSN route because I really wanted to work my way through. I currently work as a Dialysis Technician. Since I have been working in the field and talked to many nurses many eventually go back to school to expand on there current skills to have more opportunities. I wish you all the best and congratulations on your decision to enter the field.

Yes. The Saunder's Comprehensive NCLEX-PN is green. It's excellent!

Congratulations!!!I wish you all the best as you prepare for the NCLEX-PN. I hear Saunder's Comprehensive Guide to NCLEX-PN is great. Good Luck!!

I am in an LPN program right now and the class is made up of mostly thirty-somethings. The youngest is 18 and the oldest is 58. Nursing is an exciting career that opens the doors to many opportunities regardless of your age. The most important concern other than finances should be if you want to make the commitment to enter a program. You can do anything you want. Don't let age stop you.

My program also recommended the Saunder's NCLEX-PN guide and the Hesi. IMO, Saunder's is the best.

ak.rebecca I would love to share any information I have on a few schools, but I'm unable to post my e-mail. I will try to send you a pm.

Hello, I am also interested in getting my Master's from Vanderbilt. I read that the offered programs in a block format. If there is anyone currently in the program I would love to hear your experience with the program. Thanks!

Congratulations!!!!! I wish you all the best!!! :balloons::balloons:

I'm in the last three months of a one year LPN program. I have two children and my husband is currently deployed to Iraq. I work one day a week in dialysis to cover gas and water bill. He is currently covering all the bills and it's still a lot of work to keep up in class with homework and exam prep. It depends on the person. I know a girl that currently works 16 hours Saturday and Sunday and has 4 children. She is still a straight A student. For her and the others that work it's about organization. They pull out the syllabus and look at when quizzes and exams are coming and just organize their time. Know what topics are going to require the most work and plan the time for it. Try to plan a day when you can rest and recharge your batteries. Try to find positive hard working people that will support you and vice versa. You can get it done. Best of luck!