simmons2012

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1. BSN vs direct-entry Nursing program

   simmons2012 replied to sutanuka's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   There are plenty of second degree bachelor programs around if you want a BSN. Most of the direct entry programs that give you a masters degree are aimed at people who want to become NP's. If you want...

2. Accepted Simmons Accel Nursing Dix scholar 2011

   simmons2012 replied to DeevaJ's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   The math test applies even if you already have a bachelors degree. If your math course is more than 7 years old you either need to take a math class or the math competency exam which you can take at...

3. Dix 2 year - Fall 2010

   simmons2012 replied to simmons2012's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   Thanks! I finally got some info so I checked out both CPRboston.org and the Red Cross. The Red Cross course is 4 hours longer and $60 more so I don't know why anyone would take that one. Luckily...

4. Dix 2 year - Fall 2010

   simmons2012 replied to simmons2012's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   The CPR is what I was worried about. I'm certified through work but I heard there is another one for health care providers that I'm guessing is more in depth. Hopefully I get that packet this week....

5. Dix 2 year - Fall 2010

   simmons2012 replied to simmons2012's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   Thanks for your reply! I am hoping all that paperwork comes in the packet I am expecting this week. Are there clinicals the first semester? Do we need to take CPR before school starts? This is so last...

6. Dix 2 year - Fall 2010

   simmons2012 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   Anyone starting the Simmons 2 year program this fall? I was recently accepted and have not received my info yet, just curious if anyone has info on orientation and what we need supply wise (steth,...