BostonNurse2876

BostonNurse2876

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  1. Studying for Transitions :(

    BostonNurse2876 replied to ltaylor716's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm also studying for transitions, my first exam. I am using studyguide 101 notes and the req. text. It's alot of info to cover. I'm hoping to take the ractice test at the end of the month and then...

  2. testing question

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    just printed out my "flash cards" to Transitions from SG101 I used almost a whole cartige of INK!!!

  3. testing question

    BostonNurse2876 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    for all who are attending ec, after you test, how long does it take to get results? is the testing computerized? i just ordered my book and sg 101 materials for "transitions to the rn" test. anyone...

  4. testing question

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks! Does it matter what order you test in? Also, what seemed to be the toughest test for you all? It seems the med/surg tests would be the toughest to study for, there is so much

  5. Enrolled in EC!! Now what???

    BostonNurse2876 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Ok so this morning I enrolled in EC. I think I want to start off with Chronicity. Where can I get the study guide or book for a good price? Do you register for the exam first then get the study...

  6. Enrolled in EC!! Now what???

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you Caliotter!! I am starting with Transitions per my advisor. I am DL the guide from the website and will try to find the text material cheaper, maybe at half.com or Ebay! I will definately get...

  7. Enrolled in EC!! Now what???

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I also checked out "larenz" study guides (sp?) and Ebay...anyone use these? They are fairly cheap for all 8 study

  8. LPN's WHO'S GOING FOR RN????

    BostonNurse2876 replied to Ericad85's topic in LPN to RN

    I have been an LPN for ten years now and am currently enrolled in Excelsior college. It will most likely take me about 2 years to finish, but that's OK, I have been taking claSSES FOR 6 YEARS

  9. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    How long did the program take you? Did you find it challenging? I'm concerned about the CPNE, how many hours a day and what are these clinicals like? Are they simulated or on actual

  10. Funny ER video!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to PureLifeRN's topic in General Nursing

    this was a riot!!! woa! I just had a seizure in my hand!!!

  11. has ANYONE gone through The College Network then transferred to EC and graduated?

    BostonNurse2876 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm trying to make decisions here and am looking for ANYONE who has done nursing modules through TCN and transferred them to EC and then graduated from EC LPN to RN program. The financing piece at TCN...

  12. EC Students: What study materials did you use for the NCs?

    BostonNurse2876 replied to R0xyg4l's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I plan on using those too--- they are not too $$ and people seem to love them. I will probably get the books as well. Good luck to

  13. has ANYONE gone through The College Network then transferred to EC and graduated?

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks everyone...Enrolling tomorrow! Can you take the tests in any order? What is the best order to take them? Also, where did most of you get your books

  14. LPN starting pay $26.50!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to mustbegood's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been getting 27.50 as a pre visit nurse at a VNA. No benifits. The most I have ever earned was 28 and I have 10 years experience. I'm in the Boston metro area. Can't wait to get out of school,...

  15. Passed CPNE today!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to erlissy's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats to you!!!! I can't wait to be able to say the same

  16. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    Thanks everyone--I think I have my mind made up...I will search Ebay and see what I can find for materials. Sorry to anger any of you, but I'm simply weighing my options and geting as much info as I...

  17. has ANYONE gone through The College Network then transferred to EC and graduated?

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Good to

  18. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    Thanks for the advice everyone! I'll have to see both prices and options and weight them out. If TCN is much more $$ then I can't go that route. I wish I could just be done allready!! I will know...

  19. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    I was also told I could take the nursing modules and exams through TCN (same as EC tests) and transfer them all into EC when I am ready to enroll there. She just started at TCN about 4 months ago. I'm...

  20. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    I know, I spoke to an advisor at EC and she told me all toll I would pay about 6-7 thousand there anyway, but not able to finance any of it. For me it would be less stress to finance and know a...

  21. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    There seem to be NO financing options for EC...that is what is stopping me...the $$$$ up front. I know you can finance the enrollment fee, but that's

  22. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    BostonNurse2876 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    I have a friedn who works for TCN and said you can purchase all 7 nursing modules for a certain price and finance them over 5 years, can't finance anything with EC. After you finish all 7 nursing...