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  1. MCI in Manassas VA

    Mom2Cassidy posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    Hello, I am thinking of attending MCI for their LPN program. I hear its pretty expensive, but how is their reputation? Will I qualify for the same job once I graduate as LPN from a community college?...

  2. lpn pre entrance exam

    Mom2Cassidy replied to yinkasect's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am so sorry to hear that. I also found the TEAS confusing. Usually I do fairly well in the Eng/Reading portion (atleast average) and not so well on the math. That was completely the opposite when I...

  3. How to prepare for LVN/LPN school

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Christine2009's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't mean to hijack this post, but I have a question along the same line. I have heard some people say to start studying now( I won't get my books untill class starts, so I'm not exactly sure what...

  4. High tuition vs. Wait list need help fast!!!!

    Mom2Cassidy replied to holland5151's topic in LPN to RN

    Well, I guess it depends on how long the wait is!! The only advice I can offer is that if you got your LPN you could work and gain experience while you wait!! GL with whatever you

  5. New LPN students to start soon !! Come share your experiences :)

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Ericad85's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good Luck everyone! I was supposed to start the beginning of May, but couldn't get childcare worked out. If everything falls into place I will be starting Aug

  6. ?'s about NVCC

    Mom2Cassidy posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    I am moving to NO VA next month and would like to apply to the nursing program at nvcc once I complete the pre-reqs. It says its a 2 year program but long does it usual take to complete? Also, do you...

  7. Certification Renewal Question

    Mom2Cassidy posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello! I am really hoping someone here can help me! I am LOST!!! I have been a GNA for about 6 years. It is time for me to renew but I haven't worked in the last 2 1/2 years so I don't have a RN to...

  8. Certification Renewal Question

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Mom2Cassidy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks for replying! After 47 mins(actually forgot I was on hold because I put the phone on speaker) a very nice woman answered! She told me to sign with an agency and have the nursing home that they...

  9. A day in the life of............

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Ninja Nurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Fuzzywuzzy your post just brought back SOOOO many memories! I worked as a GNA for 3 three years, and have taken off the last 3 years to be a SAHM. I am getting ready to go back to school now, and...

  10. New LPN students to start soon !! Come share your experiences :)

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Ericad85's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am so happy I found this site!! Since I still have over a month to go I am taking everyones advise and am gong to brush up now. I am headed to the library today! According to my school handbook, 4...

  11. Why did you decide to be an LPN vs an ADN?

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Sarcolemma's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I know I won't be selling myself short. I have been a GNA for 5 years, and I will be pretty darn proud to be able to walk into work every day as the charge nurse!!! I also really like working in LTC...

  12. New LPN students to start soon !! Come share your experiences :)

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Ericad85's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats everyone! I also start May 4th. I am taking evening classes in VA! I cannot

  13. HIgh School LPN program?

    Mom2Cassidy replied to amber_n_schultz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey, They have classes m-f, around the hours of 8:30-4:30. The classes are 14 months long now. I believe that it the only length of time they have now. The price has gone up quite a bit! Its $29,000....

  14. HIgh School LPN program?

    Mom2Cassidy replied to amber_n_schultz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey! I am about to start at ECPI in Manassas. The reps there told me that most of the students work and go to school f/t, so I am not sure why they would tell you that. I looked into a local...

  15. MCI LPN Program

    Mom2Cassidy replied to hopeful10's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I start at MCI in May. I am so excited. I am also taking the evening classes. My classes are going to be M-F 5:30-10:30 for the first 20 weeks then in goes to 3 days a week till 11pm and clinicals on...

  16. Starting LPN school in May!

    Mom2Cassidy posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    AND I AM TERRIFIED! I am excited also, just very nervous. I will be going to a 14 month accelerated program in VA. I worked as a GNA a few years ago (still certified) but have been a SAHM for the...

  17. Cost of LPN training?

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Prairie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think TheCommuter said it all! You will just have to look around your area. I am in VA and they do not offer the LPN course at the local college, and there is a two year waiting list for the RN...

  18. Starting LPN school in May!

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Mom2Cassidy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks for the reply. I won't be working while in school either, so we will have plenty of time during the day. SHe will just have to get used to daddy putting her to sleep at night!!! I will...

  19. MCI in Manassas VA

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Mom2Cassidy's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Thanks for the replies! I had heard about them letting go of the LPN's at the hospital. I already have my GNA so am looking forward to going back to a nursing home as a

  20. Need Job Advice

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Megsmom8's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I also have a 2 y/o and will be returing to school soon. Its definantly going to be an adjustment. I don't already have LPN expierence, but I have worked in nursing homes, so my only advise would be a...

  21. LPN's who were CNA, CMT, PCT, etc...

    Mom2Cassidy replied to dblpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I haven't heard about getting a better salary. I have been told that pervious expierence will help you in getting a job. Atleast that is what I am hoping!! I am a soon-to-be LPN student with 5 years...

  22. ?'s about NVCC

    Mom2Cassidy replied to Mom2Cassidy's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Thanks for the replies everyone. We are moved and all settled in. This week I will be going to get a VA License and after that I will go up to the college. Hopefully I can start on the pre-reqs in the...

  23. Tell me about Genesis LTC GNA course/job!

    Mom2Cassidy replied to renee_cal's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I applied for the Genesis near me and didn't like it. I can't believe they charge that much for the course! It doesn't cost that much at the

  24. Tell me about Genesis LTC GNA course/job!

    Mom2Cassidy replied to renee_cal's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I live in southern Maryland and took the GNA course at a local nursing home. This was about 5 years ago. It took about 5 weeks. They paid $5.15 and hour during the class, and 9.15 after. With a dollar...

  25. Do I need my ACT scores to apply for nursing school?

    Mom2Cassidy replied to JadenRN TO BE's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I live in MD right now and you do need to take the ACT to apply ( I want to say with five years, but don't quote me!) but I have looked all over the requirements for the school I want to apply to in...