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  1. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I had my first official day last week and I LOVED IT (lol). I'm also extremely happy that I chose the evening program, because the pace is not slow by any means, but more reasonable than the day...

  2. First day of class tomorrow... VERY NERVOUS!

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thank you so much! It seems as though the magical answer to all of this is STUDY, STUDY, STUDY (lol)!! I guess I have to give it my best and prepare for the worst. Best of luck to you also! Do you...

  3. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!!! My first day of class is today and I'm excited, but very nervous. Well, let me know how the process is going for you :)! And share how your first day goes. I know I will be logging on...

  4. Any tips on staying healthy and fit while in nursing school ?

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    That sounds like a great idea! We get a 30 minute break between subjects (I believe) so that would be the perfect time to take a nice walk. I really enjoy exercise. It keeps me awake and focused...

  5. Anyone taken the NET?

    alexg524 replied to ijh6890's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I took it in Oct. '09 and I got a 980/1000 lol. It's really not that hard as long as you payed attention in H.S. / took G.E.D. prep courses. I know of a site that has free example test questions:...

  6. Is anyone starting their LPN program in March?

    alexg524 replied to s81chubbs's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    There's another thread for March starts with a few people in it. Check it out! But yeah, I have orientation March 4th and I'm super excited. I have been waiting 2 years to do this! My program is...

  7. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    alexg524 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, I didn't have to take pre-reqs because that is included and that number I gave includes all of my books, supplies (steth, bp cuff, stationary, physical, malpractice insurance... yada yada). The...

  8. How many hours a night do you spend studying?

    alexg524 replied to s81chubbs's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Okay, so I like this one haha... All the other posts have me thinking I'm going to gain 30 pounds, lose all of my friends, get divorced, and miss a chunk of my children's lives before I graduate!...

  9. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You are so awesome! :) Thanks for all the help/advice... I really appreciate it! I'm so excited but at the same time I'm so nervous... I've always done well in school. When I was in college I had...

  10. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm so sorry, but you have to apply well in advance to get into the class you want to start. They have filled up all of the spots and there is a waiting list to start in March. The soonest you'd be...

  11. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I know it's crazy!! I have been poked and pricked and prodded non stop this month lol... I've lost 20 pounds since I got fitted for my uniform so I'm gonna have my mom take it in a little for me...

  12. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Great! Thanks so much! I'm composing my shopping list a.s.a.p. because my first day is quickly approaching and I am feeling so unprepared lol... And if you're serious about giving me the DVD, I'll...

  13. Lancaster County Career/Technology Students!!

    alexg524 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    hey everyone!! i thought it might be cool to start a thread where lpn students in lancaster, pa can find each other. i did a search and haven't found anything recent for us so i figured a new one...

  14. Lancaster County Career/Technology Students!!

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well congrats! They have a 100% acceptance rate, you just need to pass the entrance test and pay all the fees. As long as you apply well in advance for the class you'd like to start in, you should...

  15. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks so much for the heads up! And good luck with Level III!! Another quick question... Do they make you buy a specific stethoscope or can you buy whichever you want in any color?? Thanks...

  16. First week of school

    alexg524 replied to LovelyGraduatedNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Oh don't worry about it! I really appreciate your honest opinion because I need to know how to prepare correctly... I didn't take it as complaining at all. I took it as the unadulterated truth! lol...

  17. First week of school

    alexg524 replied to LovelyGraduatedNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, I have a back up sitter in case someone gets sick (which my kids rarely get sick because they never leave the house, thank God), my husband works third shift so no matter what someone will be...

  18. First week of school

    alexg524 replied to LovelyGraduatedNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm so nervous that I will be one of those that drop/fail out. I've never wanted something so badly, yet I'm so afraid of failing. It's the one thing that has kept me from going for it these last...

  19. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have a feeling that because I took an A&P course (it was non credit though ) I will survive okay lol. Thanks so much!! Good

  20. working as cna while in lpn school?

    alexg524 replied to rhonda1976's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hey! I'm a mother of two, and thankfully my husband works so I don't have to. I was told by one of the instructors of my PN program, that for the first level (which is mostly all theory, and the...

  21. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    That's good! I'm studying some A&P while I wait, because that seems to be what everyone starts off with. I'm thinking my first full day won't be so bad, since they dedicate a whole day to...

  22. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I bet all of that prior experience will prove to be a big help! I took a 12 month online course for a Pharmacy Technician Diploma while I was home pregnant with my youngset, and I had to learn some...

  23. So, what color are your school uniforms?

    alexg524 replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Our scrubs are all white with a small amount of blue and the school emblem. When at class, we have the option to wear a blue hooded sweater with the school emblem, but not during clinicals. The...

  24. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Lol I was cracking up telling my husband how I'll look more like a chef than a nurse... He's so excited to see what I look like in it, just to pick on me!! It's good to hear that the evening program...

  25. MARCH 2010 STARTS

    alexg524 replied to alexg524's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck! I just got fitted and ordered my school uniforms today. They are HIDEOUS but I don't even care!! lol Now I just need to get sneakers, a watch, and my stethoscope. I'm very nervous, but...