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  1. WGU (Western Governors) no longer "Accelerated and Affordable"

    Hexum944 posted a topic in Western Governors University

    The Western Governors Pre-Licensure BSN Nursing program is no longer an "accelerated" program. It used to be a 2 year program, it has now been extended to 2 1/2 years. I believe the change was made...

  2. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Hexum944 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That is still a good message and means you passed. I got that same

  3. Pearson Vue Trick California NCLEX

    Hexum944 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the California NCLEX-RN on 10/16/2013 and checked the PVT a few hours after I finished. I received a pop-up that said: "Our records indicate that you have recently scheduled this exam. please...

  4. 5th attempt & 10 months later...

    Hexum944 replied to obloom14's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Obloom14, where did you go to nursing school? Congratulations on passing! That must have been a surreal experience seeing your name

  5. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Hexum944 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

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  6. Ca BRN Website License check?

    Hexum944 replied to nursephillyphil's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It now can take up to 4 weeks for your name to post to the California

  7. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Hexum944 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    In California, took 10 days for my name to post on the BRN. The California BRN recently updated their system and they said it now can take up to 4 weeks to

  8. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Hexum944 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX yesterday in California and received the pop up that says, ""Our records indicate that you have recently scheduled this exam. Please contact your Member Board for further assistance....

  9. WGU (Western Governors) no longer "Accelerated and Affordable"

    Hexum944 replied to Hexum944's topic in Western Governors University

    Congrats on getting in to both schools! If I were in your situation I would look at two main things: 1. Can I handle an entire nursing program crammed into 1 year? 2. Is it worth paying more for MSMC...

  10. Mount St. Mary's ABSN 2011 applicants

    Hexum944 replied to SDnurse2011's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Congrats on getting in to both schools! If I were in your situation I would look at two main things: 1. Can I handle an entire nursing program crammed into 1 year? 2. Is it worth paying more for MSMC...

  11. WGU (Western Governors) no longer "Accelerated and Affordable"

    Hexum944 replied to Hexum944's topic in Western Governors University

    Yes, I am in the prelicensure program and overall I really like it. There are several flaws, as with all programs, but its a fairly new program and hopefully they will work the kinks out. They do not...

  12. WGU (Western Governors) no longer "Accelerated and Affordable"

    Hexum944 replied to Hexum944's topic in Western Governors University

    WGU's motto or slogan is: "Online. Accelerated. Affordable. Accredited." This is a university slogan, not one that is only being used by a few different programs. This same slogan is also found on...

  13. WGU Pre-licensure program

    Hexum944 replied to BeesMama's topic in Western Governors University

    I have a classmate that works full time and two that work part time and they are able to keep on top of things. They just have to be more dedicated.As far as studying beforehand, I don't think it will...

  14. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I still use that email. We are not allowed to tell anyone what we were tested on. The reason is because it will give others an unfair advantage. And, I did it without knowing and you can to! You...

  15. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    I do remember but we are not allowed to

  16. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    Always wash your hands, introduce yourself, check physician orders, check patient wrist band for name, MRN, room number, and birth date. Ask permission to touch patient. When palpating for a pulse, do...

  17. Starting WGU RN to BSN program August 1st

    Hexum944 replied to teacherturnedRN's topic in Western Governors University

    The interviews are conducted over the phone or webcam. They ask why you want to be a nurse, why did you chose WGU over a "normal" nursing program, are you going to be able to dedicate enough time to...

  18. Starting WGU RN to BSN program August 1st

    Hexum944 replied to teacherturnedRN's topic in Western Governors University

    I am in the WGU nursing program in California. I am over half-way done and I can say its a good program. Luckily I got in the 2-year program before they extended it another 6 months. From what I've...

  19. WGU Pre-licensure program

    Hexum944 replied to BeesMama's topic in Western Governors University

    I am in the WGU nursing program in California. I am over half-way done and I can say its a good program. Luckily I got in the 2-year program before they extended it another 6 months. From what I've...

  20. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    If something like that offends you, you will get destroyed during

  21. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    "where did you guys bought the patch?" make sure you use better grammar on your future taskstream essays. they will not pass sentences like that. i actually dont remember where they had us buy them,...

  22. Mount St. Mary's ABSN 2011 applicants

    Hexum944 replied to SDnurse2011's topic in Maryland Nursing

    It depends on the loan you take out, how long you want to repay it, if you'll take extra money for the cost of living, etc. Most students take out significantly more than what school costs so they can...

  23. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    Oh sorry about that! I wish I had posted that sooner. Maybe someone else will it and it will help them out. For clinicals we went 5 days in a 2-week period. The shifts are between 7am-7:30pm. You...

  24. Anyone Attending Western Governors University Pre-licensure Nursing on Oct 2011?

    Hexum944 replied to EVLGNUS's topic in General Nursing

    Fcat, I am in the August 2011 cohort at Cedars. So far the program has progressed very well. There have been a few bumps along the way, as in any school, but overall Im very happy and satisfied with...

  25. Mount St. Mary's ABSN 2011 applicants

    Hexum944 replied to SDnurse2011's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I applied thinking they had a high pass rate, like around 96-100%. When I got denied I was frustrated and a little bitter because I only applied to a few schools and this was my first choice. At the...