RNwannabe2011

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  1. Interested in NVCC program

    RNwannabe2011 replied to justthinking08's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I know a few people in my NAS class that had 2.9 they didn't get in last fall. So 2.5 is a bare minimum I think 3.0 and higher will give anyone better

  2. Wanting a pen pal

    RNwannabe2011 replied to MrsTLC's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm taking NAS 162 which is BIO 125 for GMU, psychology and pharmacology and ITE 115 which is a basic computer class. I forget what it transfers into at GMU. I'm taking them all at NVCC. Heck of a lot...

  3. Wanting a pen pal

    RNwannabe2011 replied to MrsTLC's topic in Virginia Nursing

    We can chat, I'm working on pre-reqs for NVCC and GMU-Second degree and will apply to for NVCC and GMU next spring...GMU is my back up. Oh I live in

  4. Interested in NVCC program

    RNwannabe2011 replied to justthinking08's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Your bachelors degree is a factor but the pre-req g.p.a counts more. I stress getting B's and A's in the NAS classes and SDV is a pretty easy A. It's getting really competitive, I know of some ppl in...

  5. Anybody applying to NVCC Fall 09?

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    The Momentum program is only for kids straight out of high school. You can't have college credit so, I pretty sure you wouldn't be able to go that route. Just do the traditional program, get a job...

  6. Anybody applying to NVCC Fall 09?

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I was applying for the fall but my job contract was renewed so I'm going to work another year and will apply for the in-person accelerated next summer. It graduates about the same time and I won't...

  7. I hate my school-VENT

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's not just MEC, it happens at other schools to. Don't e-mail or call. Go there and make things happen, that's the only way to get things done to your satisfaction. May 11th is the final day for all...

  8. NVCC, pregnancy and clinicals

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm not in the nursing program, I think we're both applying for the fall. But I did have my son while in school and it was hard, really hard. I was stressed and ended up on bed rest, and had to finish...

  9. Low GPA and interested the accelerated BSN program..Need advice plz

    RNwannabe2011 replied to SashaSat's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Your stats sound great, I know the accelerated program is a bit tougher to get into. Just apply to the school and have your transcript evaluated so that it's in the system. Talk with a counselor at...

  10. Any Lpn Vo Tech Schools In The Dc Metro Area?

    RNwannabe2011 replied to KCLB's topic in Virginia Nursing

    How did you like the CNA program? I was thinking about doing it but haven't heard much about

  11. 39 year old Graphic Designer

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Mr_Tom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't have any advice just wishing you luck. I just graduated in May with my BFA in Graphic Design and knew after a few months I couldn't do it for 40+ years. I don't know how good you are with...

  12. Low GPA and interested the accelerated BSN program..Need advice plz

    RNwannabe2011 replied to SashaSat's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I would go to the Medical Education campus, and have your transcript evaluated. If you have an official copy on hand. Or you can print the form off the website and send it in along with your...

  13. Low GPA and interested the accelerated BSN program..Need advice plz

    RNwannabe2011 replied to SashaSat's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Once you finish, work hard on your pre-req's. Figure out how to study and make lots of time to do so. I went to VSU and had a 3.1 but I swear I'm working a lot hard on the pre-req's for NVCC's nursing...

  14. Early opening daycares in Northern Virginia

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Check out some home based daycare, I found a great lady in my neighborhood that opens at 6 and gives me a great rate just because I'm her neighbor. Your county website might have a list of them, I...

  15. NVCC Fall '08 Stats

    RNwannabe2011 posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    I was wondering if you guys could give me your stats (GPA/HESI) that got you into the program, if you don't mind sharing. My NAS 161 classmates and I were talking about our chances of getting in after...

  16. Scholarships/Grants for Nursing???

    RNwannabe2011 replied to the six of us's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Check with some of the hospitals as well. I don't know what part of VA you're in but I know in NoVa a lot of the hospitals offer

  17. Fall 09 hopefuls?

    RNwannabe2011 replied to serendipity123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Where are you applying? Northern Virginia Community College and maybe George Mason for second degree BSN What is your GPA and/or points for your school of choice? I don't have one yet!!! But my g.p.a...

  18. NVCC Online Nursing Program

    RNwannabe2011 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    What about the accelerated track? Is it really intense? I know that classes are mainly held in Arlington(?) and four consecutive semesters but can you chose to take lab and lectures at MEC if it's...

  19. Accepted into Momentum 2+1 NVCC?

    RNwannabe2011 replied to calledtodo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Does any one know how many spots they have for this program or if there was a wait list for it now that it is competitive? I'm hoping to get into it for next fall or maybe the accelerated track!...

  20. Help! Need info on Virgina area jobs!

    RNwannabe2011 replied to mandasueRN's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Prince William County...Woodbridge,Dale City, Manassas. The cost of living is still high in this area but I'm sure your combined salaries will allow you to live comfortably. There are some nice houses...

  21. Info for Virgina

    RNwannabe2011 replied to mmgraham102602's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Northern Virginia is an expensive area, but the salaries for starting nurses I've heard/read are about $24 an hour depends on the hospital. The schools in the are are really good, so no matter where...