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Has anyone taken AP three times for an A/B? I am considering retaking it for the 3rd time and just really want some feedback from another student that struggled as well. Will this shatter my hopes of ever getting into the program or just postpone them? I am willing and determined to put the effort in regardless of how long it takes but would love to hear from anyone that may have not cruised through easily with A's. My other grades are good(A/B's). And again I want to earn a better grade not only bc its necessary to get in, but bc I really want to learn the info and feel like I got the most out of the class. Do I give up on nursing or is there still a chance? Any feedback would be great! Thanks!!!

I am taking A&P I this fall at Essex. To be honest, I am scared to death! ha Any advice of what I can/should do to prepare myself prior to class?? If anyone has any books, websites, study techniques..anything that they found to be helpful and would recommend I would greatly appreciate it. I hate how all of the online classes list the instructor "TBA". I would love to check them out at ratemyprofessor.com "Prior" to registering with them but can't, ugh. Any ways around this??? Also anyone else taking AP I (evening) in the fall at Essex?? Thanks!

Hello, I am a f/t employee in my 2nd semester back in school hoping to work towards a nursing degree. I am attending a CC and am working on my gen-eds and nursing pre-reqs. This semester I will be taking soc 101, and psych 103. After that i will need my math and all the sciences. My question is when should I begin applying for nursing programs? I know you need to have certain science courses completed prior to begining the programs, along with the appropriate GPA. However I also know that many get rejected the first time or two when applying. I dont want to apply to soon and not have the required classes completed but at the same time do not want have all the requirements completed and time to kill before getting in! So my question is at what point should I begin applying?? Hope this was not to confusing!! Thanks in advance for the advice:)

Biggabe52/Zahryia.... Can you elaborate on the pros(if any)/cons of the program? Is it related more towards the teachers? Administration? or lessons taught? Do u get the appropriate information needed to become a knowledgable nurse upon graduating? Do u have any inout on the Catonsville program or any of the othe CC RN programs(Howard Co?) Any details would be great! I just really want to make a wise decision to ensure a positive experience that will enable me to do the best job possible. N clearly administration is not going to tell u that their program sucks! Thanks in advance!

I am thinking of working towards getting my RN at a community college. The most logical one would be Essex, however I was wondering if I could get some detailed feedback from any curent/allumni students? I have read about the "lack of Support" and other negative imput. What I am wondering is this with the teaching techniques, professors, or what? If it is the administrators is it tolerable in order to get through the program? Or do u feel like it lessoned your experience/education? Any feedback or personal stories/examples would be appreciated! Thanks so much!

Where did u guys get your CNA training? About how long does it take? Cost? I am not yet in a Nursing program, haven't even started pre-reqs, however I am trying to map out my game plan. I currently work full time and was considering trying to get a job in a hospital to familarize myself with the enviorment etc. Is that a smart decision? Any others suggestions on jobs while beginning the journey, lol? Thanks!

Kassi....its like you took the words right out my mouth! I am 27 and not yet in school to begin my pre-reqs but highly considering it! I feel the exact same way...never to great at math/science(c's usually) so am I completely insane for considering nursing!!??!! However I like to think I am more focoused and determined now than i was in my earlier years(friends and social life was much more important than school!!) and want to believe that I can do whatever I put my mind. But then Im thinking....who am I kidding this is going to be hard as ****!!! So I guess its just a chance we have to take....its comforting to know Im not they only ones with these thoughts though!! Best of Luck!!=)

Hi there! I have been browsing this site for a few weeks now and just joined. I am currently working as a full time Esthetcian. I have always had the idea of going to nursing school in the back of my mind but am a little intimidated! I know how hard and competitive it is and would love some honest feedback from those that have ever been in my shoes. I would basically have to start from scratch. I have a fair amount of general education credits I earned form a community college right out of highschool. However I did not always do as well as I could have do to my priorities being out of order! I am 27(soon to be 28) now and defenitely more mature, responsible, and motivated. I just worry that my poor performance in the past will make it immpossible for me to get into the program! I am prepared to retake any pre-reqs that apply to the nursing program, and do whatever it takes to earn high grades along with a GPA that qualifies. I guess I am just wondering if I am a fool to give this a try? Any sugestions on ways to prepare myself as best as possible? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!!! Thank You So Much!

Hi there! I have been browsing this site for a few weeks now and just joined. I am currently working as a full time Esthetcian. I have always had the idea of going to nursing school in the back of my mind but am a little intimidated! I know how hard and competitive it is and would love some honest feedback from those that have ever been in my shoes. I would basically have to start from scratch. I have a fair amount of general education credits I earned form a community college right out of highschool. However I did not always do as well as I could have do to my priorities being out of order! I am 27(soon to be 28) now and defenitely more mature, responsible, and motivated. I just worry that my poor performance in the past will make it immpossible for me to get into the program! I am prepared to retake any pre-reqs that apply to the nursing program, and do whatever it takes to earn high grades along with a GPA that qualifies. I guess I am just wondering if I am a fool to give this a try? Any sugestions on ways to prepare myself as best as possible? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks So Much!