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  1. How fast can this program be done?

    stevefl replied to kjnsweets's topic in Excelsior College

    It took me a little longer then LYNDAA to finish my program, I think it was 14 months to include all of my prerequisites. That is from first exam to finish the CPNE and retake the English exam because...

  2. English Comp. EC Exam?!

    stevefl replied to NurseCupcake9's topic in Excelsior College

    If you have not signed up for the EC English Comp,you may want to consider the UEXCEL test. It is a 3 credit test, but cost under $100 including the practice writing tool.

  3. Excelsior Graduates!

    stevefl replied to Bebet39's topic in Florida Nursing

    There are a few of us out there,and yes hospitals hire EC grads, but they mostly look at experience. here were two of us that took out CPNE at the same time so we both graduated at the same time and...

  4. Sheri's CPNE workshop question??

    stevefl replied to bdlohmier2's topic in Online Distance Learning

    you should only need to attend one workshop, i am not sure but i believe there was some grumbling about the one workshop you mentioned. as far as passing the first time sheri will supply you with the...

  5. Stupidest comlaint of the night award...

    stevefl replied to JDougRN's topic in Emergency

    Two questions on this one, 1. How did the patient board an international flight with a vibrating behind, didn't anyone at airport screening notice or hear any thing out of the ordinary? 2. Did the...

  6. NCLEX-RN

    stevefl replied to UTE Schelling's topic in Florida Nursing

    I looks as if you will be able to take you NCLEX in London http://www8.pearsonvue.com/Dispatcher?application=VTCLocator&action=actStartApp&v=W2L&cid=170 Try searching Google for FL BON I...

  7. Registered for CPNE in Atlanta GA

    stevefl replied to connordwilson's topic in Excelsior College

    I tested at Grady last year, it's a nice place to test as long as you follow the CPNE study guide. I stayed at the hotel Sheri Taylor contracts for her workshop, it is inexpensive and about 20 minutes...

  8. Where to go for CPNE

    stevefl replied to dstep102570's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I tested at Grady in Atlanta last March, and loved it. It is fairly easy to get a test date if you do it right, when you call for your test date and ask for any cancellations, I was given a choice of...

  9. Civilian jobs on military bases

    stevefl replied to RNBSNGRADUATE's topic in Government, Military

    I just found this link, it will take you directly to a job search for Army Civilian jobs. https://vabselfnom.cpol.army.mil/vabSelfNom/

  10. Who has the best CPNE workshop?

    stevefl posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I passed Ethics on Saturday and am now within 10 hrs of finishing, I now also get to look forward to my FCCA and CPNE. I do understand that every one will have their own opinion, but I wouldn't mind...

  11. Hospital Corpsman needs an advice..

    stevefl replied to repsol23's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I was an Army Medic I did the EC program and am now a RN in Florida, wasn't any major problem. Email me if you want. Good luck to you

  12. CPNE workshops??? HELP!!!

    stevefl replied to N1colina's topic in Online Distance Learning

    AZMOMO I used both the classroom workshop and the online version, both were very helpful in helping me pass the CPNE. The amount of support you will receive from Sheri is more the worth the cost of...

  13. Feeling a little overwhelmed..Advice needed

    stevefl replied to OSUFan1's topic in Online Distance Learning

    http://mystudygroup101.homestead.com/

  14. a relatively new RN get a job working as a civilian with the Army?

    stevefl replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in Government, Military

    Try Medcell for information about civilian nurses working for the Army. Right now the web site is down but keep trying. Also, when you look at the listings go through the whole page, there are...

  15. CPNE workshops??? HELP!!!

    stevefl replied to N1colina's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I went to Sheri Taylor's workshop and loved it. She is very supportive even after the classes, she offers care plan homework, phone counseling/emotional support, email support and even a guarantee...

  16. Excelsior--- What states work with program?

    stevefl replied to vanagonnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    A lot of this information is outdated. As of 1 July 2010 Excelsior College is totally accepted by Florida BON, just as any other school in the state. I mailed my application to the BON on 2 July and...

  17. CLEP, testing out, etc

    stevefl replied to dolphn545's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I got a 'D' on my EC English Comp the first time, I didn't realize at the time they were graded by hand, and I'm sure my side comments about how bad the subject material was didn't help. When I took...

  18. CLEP, testing out, etc

    stevefl replied to dolphn545's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Beachnurse, Yes I took UEXCELs English Comp for my ASN, for humanities I used CLEP. Both are very doable tests, one thing I like about UEXCEL is you do get a letter grade so it will show on your GPA...

  19. CLEP, testing out, etc

    stevefl replied to dolphn545's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Don't overlook UEXCEL, they are part of EC they don't many test, but they do offer practice exams and don't cost all that much. http://www.uexceltest.com/

  20. Best sources for textbooks

    stevefl replied to beckyboo1's topic in Online Distance Learning

    When I was doing my ASN I bought all of my books from EBay and Half.com. You really don't need the most recent edition that EC recommends, an edition or two off will not make a major difference. Now...

  21. Excelsior Grads - Where are they now?

    stevefl replied to EricJRN's topic in Excelsior College

    Graduated EC May 2010, passed the NCLEX Aug 2010, hired as a Psych Nurse at a hospital in Central Florida Sept 2010 and I am now back at EC for my BSN Steve

  22. First 2 EC nursing exams - what study materials?

    stevefl replied to M610's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I will have to agree most of the posters on this thread. I would download the free EC study guide. Then I would buy my boos from EBay or Half.com and read the recommended material. I would also use...

  23. Excelsior can take you places ... AKA, why it's all worth it

    stevefl replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I forgot to add this link for you. http://www.nursejoe.com/

  24. State requiring the least paperwork from EC to take your

    stevefl replied to TashaLPN2006RN2012's topic in Online Distance Learning

    As of Juy 2010, Florida is really easy for EC students to license in. It took less then 2 weeks to get my ATT. Minium paperwork! You can also apply online, just Google FL BON.

  25. Excelsior can take you places ... AKA, why it's all worth it

    stevefl replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Well LTee congratulations on your commission. Couple of things, you might want to think about. 1. Your first salute from an enlisted person according to tradition you should pay them a dollar, a...