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ok I live in south edm., ive just got alot more positive feedback about Norquests' job placemment and learning experience compared to CDI but either way, at least you're doing it and thats great, just make sure credits are accepted at the local jobs, im still hoping to get to a point, I can quit my FT job to become a student again :)

Hi No I didn't start CDI in March, I did a little comparing, and their fees were almost double than the good reputable Norquest downtown. I have since learned I am short a couple of courses for Norquests pre-equisites, however CDI was willing to push my lack of education through, and get me in anyways, just makes you wonder?? Good luck with your decision :)

Thanks again for all the great info. I've lived in Alberta almost all my life. We on the outside of nursing do not call the/a hospital AHS so when you said you see or work with PN students at one I didnt know what it was.

Hi Fiona, thank you for your input. CDI college has ran/runs this course in BC successfully and have just been approved to run their first one here starting March. I would feel better if they had been running it here for years with success, but I guess they need to start somewhere. Their tuition is almost double what norquest charges so I'll need to look more into why that is. What does AHS stand for, and what is acute care? Are most part-time and casual positions, evening and wknd shifts? I really appreciate your feedback.

yeah I thought that was steep too, norquest's tuition is half that price, but CDI said thats is all inclusive of all fees, so I figured extra's would be added on throughtout the 2 years at norquest?? not sure but I'll definately be looking into the major cost difference. How long have you been nursing and how did you start out? in a hospital, or nursing home?

Hi, I am new to this site today and am hoping to find some advice. I live in Edmonton, AB., Im a single Mom of 2 Toddlers, I would Love to stay home with them, but in this day and age, unfortunately we need to work to survive. I am currently working full time at a service industry company and have been there for the past 12 years. The work is alot of heavy lifting and being quick on your feet. I am realizing it is a dead end job. I will never get part-time hours which is what I'de like, to have more time with my kids. A nearby college (CDI) is offering a 2year LPN course starting in March/2011. Tuition is $30,000. Nursing is something I've thought of doing for many years but have always been afraid to lose the security of my current job. Ideally I picture myself working in a Hospital. I have searched the job banks and its seems majority of companies hiring are nursing homes. I would prefer to work with all ages of patients and different cases, and not just be in a nursing home. Is this the reality for a new LPN grad? Starting out, should I expect to get alot of shift work, and late night hours? Im not sure if this is the wisest decision being a single Mom with 2 young Children, but I am hoping to start a Career that I will find more rewarding. I also read some nurses talking about a freeze on hiring.., is this current in Alberta and what does it mean for Nursing students. I would greatly appreciate any and all advice and thank you in advance for your time in reading and commenting :)