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  1. OVER-40 Fall 2012 Nursing Students--Roll Call

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Students

    Hm-8404, your university might not put a lot of stock into your experience, but I'm betting your future employer will! What drew you to nursing? What does your family/friends

  2. OVER-40 Fall 2012 Nursing Students--Roll Call

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Students

    Copacetic, we aren't! I've read so many threads re the older student. I'm sure we'll hear from a few more. And, no cheese alert needed! You have a lot of heart! I think that's what draws so many to...

  3. Over 40 and just starting . . .

    laski posted a topic in General Students

    So, I hit the big 4-0 in April and am starting an ADN program in the fall. I have a BA and MEd. I considered just sticking with education and even taught a college course this past winter. I'm just...

  4. Over 40 and just starting . . .

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Students

    Cost and location were an issue. The college I am going to is local and has a great reputation with surrounding hospitals. I will likely pay less than $12k for entire program, which I think is...

  5. Over 40 and just starting . . .

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Students

    PCTtoRN, I like how you put "older" in quotes. :) I never, ever thought I'd hit 40 when I was in my 20s and now that I have, I guess that means 50 and 60 ARE next (God willing). You have such an...

  6. Over 40 and just starting . . .

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Students

    mindlor, did you have all your co-reqs done? Trust me, I have no illusions that this will be easy or part-time in terms of dedication, which is why I took every class I could prior to officially...

  7. How many much older (40+) students out there starting classes? (I'm 47)

    laski replied to nursingstudent3109's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow! Clearly I am FAR from alone! Is there an "OVER 40" forum for nursing students? If not, it would be nice to have

  8. What is your school's dropout rate?

    laski replied to Dre2416's topic in General Students

    Not.done.yet. I see your point. This is why I am glad to see my school raise the requirements to begin the program. I think it gives those wanting to go into nursing a better idea of the commitment...

  9. What is your school's dropout rate?

    laski replied to Dre2416's topic in General Students

    The program I applied to accepted about 60 and have about half who actually complete the program. While there are some who fail or drop out of the program, many leave and return later due to family...

  10. BA Holder: Repeating GeneralEd Classes

    laski replied to SecondWind1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's what I am finding when it comes to the nursing shortage--IT DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU ARE. In some areas, it does seem there is a glut of nurses when you have experienced nurses out of jobs and a...

  11. Any mamas with a 2-3 yr old and started pre-req's here?

    laski replied to Ready-Set-Go's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Co-reqs are the non-nursing courses that are taken while in the nursing program (for me, nutrition, micro, AP, dev psych and a few others). With my program I can take them now and NOT have to take...

  12. Any mamas with a 2-3 yr old and started pre-req's here?

    laski replied to Ready-Set-Go's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A friend told me that if you are going to do it, do it now! Your little one will not remember the amount of time you were home or away, but s/he will remember the QUALITY of time. A poster on these...

  13. BA Holder: Repeating GeneralEd Classes

    laski replied to SecondWind1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't know what state you are in, but check with all the schools in your area. I had no issues with my school taking courses that were way MORE than 7 years old. Now, science credits may be...

  14. Are we trapped by our nursing degrees? Is nursing worth it?

    laski replied to Lucky724's topic in General Nursing

    I have a quite a few friends who went the nursing route and now as they are entering nearly 20 years in the profession they are feeling trapped and burned out--many are seeking other opportunities...

  15. Career changers? What is your previous degree in? What was your previous career?

    laski replied to spore2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    spore2008, I am so glad you started this thread! JLPSU, I share a few similarities with you. I had three previous careers and two degrees and one certificate. And here I am, ripe "old" age of 39 and...

  16. Career changers? What is your previous degree in? What was your previous career?

    laski replied to spore2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If I could do it in 3 semesters and I were you--absolutely I would! Children definitely adds an extra kink in life planning. And for me, it is because of them that nursing has become a growing desire....

  17. Career changers? What is your previous degree in? What was your previous career?

    laski replied to spore2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I considered the BSN, but the requirements to get in mean several more classes, whereas if I go the ADN route, those classes will be part of my BSN bridge and MSN. Also, money is a consideration....

  18. Upset. Waitlist classes.. Don't know what to do now :(

    laski replied to lvnibclc's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely try online classes in your state--you can do a search in Google for the class and include the state (in state tuition). Two of the local community colleges in my area don't start classes...

  19. Is this a sign?

    laski posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've posted before about my dilemma (so please be patient with me if this is repetitive:D ), but here is the quick and not-so-dirty . . . I applied to nursing school, was accepted and was preparing...

  20. Is this a sign?

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely right . . . a different kind of "crap" but crap nonetheless. I am currently working with foster kids in the education system and our last few meetings have had the social worker,...

  21. Is this a sign?

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry . . . have to say this . . . I have a preschooler and toddler and an incredibly dysfunctional family . . . poop? Drama? Snark? Sounds like a regular day around here! :) Seriously, thanks for...

  22. Career changers? What is your previous degree in? What was your previous career?

    laski replied to spore2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Outside of our differing academic backgrounds, we have a lot in common. I especially am on board with: when I started my PhD I did want to climb the food chain. Now, I believe I'd be content being...

  23. Career changers? What is your previous degree in? What was your previous career?

    laski replied to spore2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Paramedic out of high school (contemplated medical school, athletic training). Graduated with a B.A. in English/Technical Writing. Worked in the technology field for a few years. M.Ed. in Teacher...

  24. Is this a sign?

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks so much for the responses! This is what I was looking for. Just so you all know, while I titled the post "Is this a sign", I do not base my decisions on "signs"--but, I must admit that...

  25. Is this a sign?

    laski replied to laski's topic in General Nursing

    jackfackmasta--you are so right. I do not discount my opportunities at all. I am so fortunate. When it comes to following my heart, I am in the position of being faced with two careers that are very...