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So, um.... if I really don't like being a CNA, I'm not going to like being an nurse, am I? The only thing is, I work in a nursing home, right now. I wonder if I'd feel different in a hospital setting. I'm still a few years out on nursing school, and thinking maybe I should consider a different career path.

I took my test about a week and a half ago and Hallelujah I passed! I was super nervous too, but luckily I did not forget the critical skills (like locking brakes). My testers were super nice, so that helped. I was OK with all the skills except peri care, so I felt like I got very lucky. My skills were: Hand washing Range of Motion Ambulation with gait belt Peri care Vitals Now about that job.....

Wow, I had no idea it would take such a long time to be certified. I was told it could take up to a month, or longer. So much for my plans to hit the ground running. Thanks for the feedback!

I'm going to parrot others by saying, I doubt you'll be cold. If it's about extra pockets, there are scrub vests available that would probably work.

I just completed my CNA course, and I was surprised to learn from my preceptor that I could take a month or longer to get my certification. He said not to bother applying until I have that number. Can anyone tell me about how long that would take? How frustrating to be ready to go, and I can't do anything!

Hi everyone! I'm getting ready to finish my CNA class, next week being my last week. I anticipate another couple of weeks before I can test, so I'm thinking, minimum of three weeks to certification. I'm not really sure how difficult it is to get a testing date, so it could be longer. Anyways, I'm curious if I should go ahead and start applying for jobs now, or if I should wait until after I am certified. Anyone have any thoughts on this?

OMG, thanks for that Ratchett!

Has anyone taken the Patho Physiology through Rio? I was considering it for next year.

I found the test to be very easy, even being away from any type of math class or English class for a very long time. I'm kind of kicking myself for not taking it sooner. There are some math conversions that aren't in the Evolve study guide (or at least my version) like cm per inch and pounds per kilogram.... both I had to look up because of the practice questions, but it was otherwise a very good picture of what the actual exam was. I used the Evolve study guide, and found it to be simple to follow and learn from. I did the practice tests in that book, as well as the sample problems. Then, I used other test study guides that I had purchased months ago, as well as every free practice test I could find on line. I did everything twice (finding that any more than that, I memorised the correct answer) until I felt like I had exhausted all resources. I went and took the test before I could forget anything! I got an overall average score in the 90's, with some 80s in the grammar/vocab section (I can't find my test to see actual scores). It was not bad at all. I think you'll do fine if you just practice. Good luck!!

My first choice is Chandler Gilbert, and my second is Mesa. I'm going for the closer campus' first. I've put both traditional and accelerated on my list. Spring 2012, you think? I guess it depends on the number one choice, too.

Yes, like lower tuition or fewer requirements. Maybe extend that science requirement to something like decades instead of 5 years!

So I checked and I have a date/time stamp of 10/8/10 08:03. Wow, it's official! So what semester do you think we can expect? I was thinking Fall 2013. She told me 5 semesters when I went in last.

They've had regular BSN, and they've had RN to BSN, but the second degree program is new. It isn't competitive because not enough people know about it. Last I heard, they still have half their seats still available. That was a month or so ago, though. Could have changed since then.

We can only assume that when more people become interested in the program, at least when the number of applicants becomes more than the number of seats available, it will automatically become more competitive. It's hard to say when, or how competitive it will become.

The BSN programs are highly competitive, but since the 2nd degree BSN program at ASU is barely off the ground, it is not well known and not at all competitive. It will probably become more competitive as time goes by, and as more people learn of it. I would go that direction if it weren't so expensive and if I didn't need 5 classes just to qualify! I am, however, still thinking about taking these classes, because you just never know. The requirements for the RN to BSN are a little different.