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  1. UVA - BSN (as a second degree?)

    leenak replied to leenak's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Thanks for the info. I didn't know if it was like UMD where they have a MSN-CNL program but they also allow second degree students into their BSN

  2. Summer 2012 - Check in

    leenak replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I LOVED Micro so much. Anatomy was good but Micro was just such a fun

  3. Get my BSN or Direct-Entry MSN?

    leenak replied to HesterPrynne123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A lot of the direct entry MSN programs are for MSN-Clinical Nurse Leader. Honestly, I have no interest in being a clinical nurse leader so I'm not too keen on applying to those programs. I'm...

  4. Anatomy and Physiology is hard!!!

    leenak replied to BoomerSooner31's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I found A&P to be easier than I thought it was going to be. I had read about people doing flash cards and what not, but realized it wasn't the technique for me. I have to make sure that I write...

  5. All done pre-reqs? Ready to apply?

    leenak replied to ARickli's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was planning to be done with pre-reqs during the summer but I decided to take a vacation so I'll be done in Fall. Also added on another class to apply to a different school. I will be applying to...

  6. Change major? Major decision! Is nursing a bust for me?

    leenak replied to lotus180's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Except for possibly accounting/finance, you'd find the jobs you can after a degree in business administration/management would most likely pay the same or even possibly less than you get paid as a...

  7. Change major? Major decision! Is nursing a bust for me?

    leenak replied to lotus180's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think that nursing is a fairly versatile career and there are definitely more physical demands in some aspects of the career than others. If you are doubting it, now is definitely the time to look...

  8. pre-reqs

    leenak replied to Countrygirl10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Pre-reqs vary by school. Most of the schools I've looked at require: A&P 1 & 2 (1 done next week) Microbiology (done) Nutrition (done) Developmental Psychology (done) Statistics (done) Some...

  9. Have a BS in Biology now - what's next? ASN or BSN? HELP!

    leenak replied to Guest405338's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Some schools will say 3.0, some others say 3.3, its not universal. The thing is though if you ask them for the average GPA of their entering class, it is generally

  10. Entry-level nursing and prejudices (need advice on career change)

    leenak posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been a member of allnurses for quite a while and I enjoy it quite a bit but as I'm nearing the end of my pre-reqs (currently have a 4.0 in pre-reqs), I would like some advice from current...

  11. LPN or CNA?

    leenak replied to Ridge AB's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    First of all, I'd say browse the LPN student subforum, it may give you some insights. LPN / LVN Nursing Student for Nurses | Nursing Students Secondly, I'd ask, is this a for-profit school? I'm...

  12. Nursing student grants

    leenak replied to kristimariewells's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Did you apply for financial aid through your school? Fill out a FAFSA? When I applied to college, I was offered non-specific grants, scholarships and loans through the financial aid office. I'd...

  13. Entry-level nursing and prejudices (need advice on career change)

    leenak replied to leenak's topic in General Nursing

    I know all fields experience age and weight discrimination but I figured nursing might face more weight discrimination due to being a more active career as well as being a health advocate. I know it...

  14. Im a little confused!! about lvn-rn-bsn-master's-then to Physican assistant.

    leenak replied to Jessica5792's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not sure which programs you are looking at but the Duke program, for instance, specifically lists EMT and MA as examples of accepted experience. PA programs are built specifically for those with some...

  15. Im a little confused!! about lvn-rn-bsn-master's-then to Physican assistant.

    leenak replied to Jessica5792's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That is one year of part time work or 6 months of full time work. From what I've read, there are a variety of paths to get it. Onr girl in mt class last semester was applying to PA school and she...

  16. Im a little confused!! about lvn-rn-bsn-master's-then to Physican assistant.

    leenak replied to Jessica5792's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you really, really want to become a PA, then you might want to consider a quicker entry position into healthcare. MA, CNA, LVN, EMT, etc. Then get a job while getting your BS. It'll take you...

  17. Failing a&p 1 I really need help. I need notes, online lectures

    leenak replied to MsFutureNurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Everything we get tested on comes directly from our lectures which come directly from the book. Have you read your chapters and answered the questions at the end of the chapters? Best study technique...

  18. Im a little confused!! about lvn-rn-bsn-master's-then to Physican assistant.

    leenak replied to Jessica5792's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well a BS takes 4 years. The PA schools I've seen take between 2-3 but they also require healthcare experience of some sort. And then youd do a residency for a PA. So either NP or PA, you are...

  19. A&P 1 Spring 2012 Check-in

    leenak replied to leenak's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I will also be taking Chem in the summer, starting at the end of May though. I also have to start my nursing

  20. How did you make it work?

    leenak replied to bfiehn0905's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't have any kids and both my husband and myself have good paying jobs. We also live well below our means currently. I haven't quit work yet but as soon as I decided I wanted to go to nursing...

  21. Getting into nursing school as a freshman. . .

    leenak replied to Entzmingerica's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Based on the last time I looked, University of Maryland has a 4 year nursing program. You are admitted as a freshman and will continue in the nursing program without having to reapply as long as you...

  22. General Chemistry

    leenak replied to rystle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking Chemistry in the summer as well. I was a little nervous until I actually found some sample quizzes from a different teacher for the same class at the school I'm going to. I tried a few...

  23. gag reflex when changing a diaper, am I in trouble when dealing with patients?

    leenak replied to Creativetype's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Before I got dogs, I had a horrible dog poop gag reflex. Now, it is like nothing. Exposure cured me of

  24. Frustrated...& seeking advice please!

    leenak replied to mag426's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Generally, an AA/AS doesn't buy you anything except a feel good 'I completed something' type personal accomplishment. If you want an ADN or BSN, then work on getting into a program. There is no...

  25. Is anyone familiar with Baltimore City community college or Prairie State College?

    leenak replied to Midwife4tomorrow's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In your research for BCCC, were you checking the out of state tuition? I know many community colleges in Maryland give preference to those that not only live in the state but live in the specific...