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Hello. I will PM you. I don't want to say anything on here for the public to see. But I did not stay at LTI and wasted that $ and now I am elsewhere. The teachers and director at Paramus are really wonderful. The program is hard as any other nursing program is. I tried to keep pushing but once I did not make it past quarter 2, I was not investing my money or time further. That is only my opinion of this program personally. Some people do great, but unfortunately I did not. I will PM you in a minute.

And yes I agree on the class setting if we were in the same class. Very negative,selfish and rude. There are a few that I did enjoy their company but most I really couldn't stand to be around.

Hello everyone! Would like to comment on this. I went to LTI for day. I was probably in your class. I struggled too much and ended up dropping out to return for night. I started last September,failed funds,returned and passed funds. Q2 came and pharm was killin me! I found the work load to be way too much,but going to another school probably will not solve the problem. If you utilize our teachers,and deans they will help you to make the right choice. The teachers especially know who's cut out for this and who isn't. They will work with you and be honest too. I do suffer from an LD and there is nothing wrong with that and nothing to be offended by either. I currently have to be medicated in order to get my work done, and should have done that from day one. I had no life and didn't mind it either,but my LD caused a huge problem for me with passing,not because I am stupid or could not understand either. It was because of the block it causes for certain things like time management,anxiety,test taking,ect..... Our teachers knew this about me. They put in a lot of time and effort to help me and saw the same time and effort I was putting in. So,if you haven't befriended them,do it now. They are excellent. I wish you luck with this program because 1 year most people can not complete. I am glad I made the choice to come back for nights. If you want it badly enough, you'll do what it takes. Going to the doctor for an evaluation is not a terrible thing.

Hello Everyone! I have a question about what happens when I complete my LPN at Lincoln Tech and want to continue my education. I am hearing all these rumors that all nurses by 2020 have to have a BSN in order to work. I currently live in NJ and already know that LPNs can not work in hospitals here. I do not know if I am going to live here forever and considering my options when I leave the state. My boyfriend and I have been discussing moving to Atlanta or somewhere around there after we get engaged and married. Not for a few years, but I know in every state the laws of working as a nurse are different. I do want to continue my education of course because I want to work in NICU or L&D or PEDS. I know you need to be an RN to even get in that floor so that is my next step. I will be finishing my LPN March of 2013 and plan on taking the NCLEX very soon after. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I should do next and what schools to look into to continue?? Thanks in advance!!

Thanks for your response. I understand what you mean. I have to come to terms with the fact that I will be on meds for the rest of my life for this. When I was diagnosed and classified it was in the 80s when ritalin had come out. My mother at first did not want me to take it. But once I did take it things were going so much better for me in school. I was a severe case because of the hyperactivity. It also had a lot to do with boredom or because of difficulty in some classes. I was only 7 years old. My matter was kindergarten level and my reading was middle school level. That's another thing they saw. I was always wandering the halls when math class came because I hated it. Then we would have English and I would be found wandering because I was bored. I was disrupting my class because I would just get up and walk out or I would act up and get in trouble. I understand what you're saying about discipline but how does a kid know that? This kind of behavior is expected in boys but once a girl does this it's a red flag. Obviously now that I am older I know about that. But I already have the discipline to do my work. I am motivated to do well. I am all the things a student is supposed to be. It is different for everyone. No person is the same. All of my teachers are now aware of the ADD. Before that,they did not understand why I am failing tests. I have an understanding of everything I am learning. When the test comes,I have very bad anxiety. I have a hard time applying what I learned. I am getting a 100 in clinical and failing the actual fundamental class. I took a critical thinking HESI and scored very high. So how does that happen? It's frustrating to have this happen because I AM reading,studying, making notes,doing all of that....so this is me personally that knows the medication will help me. As for the general population it might be something else. Saying you're not disciplined or motivated makes it more frustrating for me bc I am. When I was in school growing up,I had the child study team working hard for me. I was always put in special ed classes. So that also meant there was 2 teachers and less students. It was less of a distraction for me to learn. In nursing school it is a big distraction because there's over 39 students in my class and everyone is always talking even with me sitting up front, it is still hard for me because there's one teacher. I don't have someone there constantly reminding me to do assignments and coaching me to manage time. It takes me twice as long to complete things because of how I learn and because I am not taking my meds there's a focus issue. My mind is all over the place. That's why I know I needs to get a reading evaluation and go back in the meds. I notice the difference for myself. Someone else might be different.

Hello everyone. :) I was looking up nurses with ADD and I ame across this post. I am pleases to say I feel better reading this. I am not a nurse yet,but I am in my first quarter of school. I am having a really hard time. I was classified when I was really young. I took meds through high school. Now I am 30 and the symptoms are so bad. I feel like I did when I was first diagnosed. Can't complete tasks,can't sit still,can't manage time at all! Its very frustrating. I have been crying and angry. From there depressed,anxious,hopeless. Wondering if this was the right choice for me. it took me so long to realize its my ADD thats keeping me from doing better. I came to fhe conclusion I need to get a re eval and go back on meds. But I dont have insurance and I don't have a job. My family is nice enough to help me out. Does anyome have suggestions about a good doc in Bergen County,NJ area? I think I might need a coach for dealing with the time management and other issues. I cant stop crying over thisbc I am fearful of failing this quarter. I know its not bc of me being lazy or not studying... any suggestions???? Thanks it would be so much appreciated if anyone answers. :)

Hello! So sorry I have not responded. It has been pretty busy since I started school. I hope you are doing good in preparing yourself. It is great to hear that you want to to be a nurse that cares and loves your patients. It really is so important. I have seen a lot of crappy nurses for myself and it really makes you wonder what they are doing there. When you think of a nurse, you think of someone that cares and is nurturing. That is what everyone is looking for in us! Helloooo! LOL. Some nurses do everything by the book and don't stop and think if it is right for that individual. Its crazy! The sneakers I bought are awesome! I got them at Sketchers. They were on sale for $30. They have an arch going on there and are really great! Any white sneaker will do....just as long you are comfy! Since I started, I have come to realize that I need to relearn how to learn and study. It sounds weird,but it is true! There is a lot of info we do in a day and it goes fast. I thought that just reading would do the trick, but that is not the case. I have found that looking at videos on youtube has been a huge help for me! A&P is really hard! I thought I would be alright, but it has been quite a struggle. I think this week coming up I will do a lot better after figuring out what works best for me. So I am not telling you or anyone reading this post to scare anyone off from LTI. It is a great school. You just need to realize that you get what you put in. If you don't go and ask your instructor for help or show up for tutoring, it really will reflect on your grades if you are having trouble. Making sure you and your instructor have an understanding of your individual needs is very important. I wish I knew about the learning block that I would hit when I first started. But my advice is go onto google and look up learning style quizzes. Take a few and see what the result is. It will help you in the long run. For me seeing things is how I learn. Reading a book does not help me. I go onto Youtube and look up the topic. You would be amazed at all the things posted on there!! Especially for A&P. There is a great link on there that has someone dissecting and explaining the functions and you see it because the organ is there. I hope I have been more of a help to you too. I might not answer right away, but I will answer you! = )

Oh yea and Yes there is a microwave for us in the student caf...kinda wish it was bigger though...bc theres no where else to eat if you cant find a seat. They are very strict about eating and drinking in class too. You will get into trouble if they spot you even a water bottle isn't allowed! So keep it in your bag lol.

Hi. My name is Lori. You're very welcome!!! I wish someone had responded to me lol!! There is a big variety of students. Some, well most are wait listed, some have no experience at all and come from different back rounds like yourself,some like us have experience and want to keep going. It is for our benefit in a way because we know some classes like A&P and it will be a breeze. For me, it was the most difficult class so I am paying close attention and taking lots of notes and making tons of cards! I am sort of in the same boat as you. I got help from unemployment but I fought! Take a look at my other posts lol. I just turned 30 and the dead end jobs as an MA were not getting me anywhere. I want more! I wanted to be a nurse for a very long time, but was afraid to do it, or was worried about doing this while working. I also will never get this chance again to focus fully on this program. I am sorry to hear you didn't make it through med surg, but you are giving yourself another chance! I am also sorry to hear about your sick parents. I took care or my grandmother when she was sick with Dementia and Alzheimers. I am worried about that clinical because nursing homes are really hard for me to deal with emotionally. But I know that I will have some help from other students and our clinical professor getting through it. The hardest thing for me to learn how to do is to not get emotionally attached to patients. But I guess it will get easier as it goes on... I know the stress you feel about being prepared too. I felt the same way! I am and have to be very organized! I made a print out list of things I will need. It helps when you go and get everything. I bought the 300 pack of the big cards at Staples for 7 bucks...I suggest different notebooks for every class. I started out with the five star flex. I really like it because it is like a binder too and customizable. They are a little pricey but worth it to me! I bought a big binder and dividers for handouts that we won't need later on but I keep it at home. Also buy some folders for each class too. I do have a post here about the supplies. https://allnurses.com/pre-nursing-student/school-supplies-lpn-598677.html That list is pretty much what you will need. I suggest getting the basic stuff for first quarter first...especially if you are on a budget like me! Coupons are very important. I know post it site has some coupons listed and they saved me a lot of money! Staples has coupons as well so sign up for the email list! I also have my own scope...but they are provided to us when we do our practice clinical in school. If you can get that brand def do it! It's the best kind! I think getting a sep bag for clinical is a great idea!! I am def going to do that...I didn't even think of it, actually! As for the white sneakers, I am wearing them in class and might get a sep pair for clinical. I would rather just wear what is expected of us then make a mistake and get docked for it. One girl was wearing RED sneakers...I dont understand how hard it is to follow directions lol. But I am not there to worry about others...No specific brand for the white long sleeved shirts...any will do. Target has them and so does Old Navy. I am guessing for clinical we have to wear our hair up...but in school you can wear it any way you want to. I took CPR already. It was quick and easy. I did not do my malpractice thingy yet but I guess you can just mail it in or give it to your advisor..We just need everything like that done before first clinical. Orientation is a little rough bc we are being given so much info. On day 2 pay attention to the schedule of classes they give you. It is all broken down for us. I wanted mine to be earlier too, but they have it set up so that your class is together and you can meet your classmates too. Our group was split up bc there was so many of us. I like my teacher a lot for A&P and med term, and the teacher for professional awareness is very nice too! There are a lot of tests! At least one a week. So def keep on top of all assignments and reading. Time management is a must! It was hard for me in the beginning, and this was not my first full week. This coming week will be. By day 3 I felt more comfortable with everything. If you get overwhelmed like me, I suggest making a list on the weekend of goals that you want to complete. When I crossed off that first goal it felt really good!!! I listen to music with no words in the back round...it kinda helps me focus better. That is a good idea to get the books debinded...but I would rather have the whole book in front of me. The rolling backpack is great! You can always keeps stuff in your car that you don't need too. One girl ripped out the pages and used a hole punch and binder. Too many loose pages make me overwhelmed...so it depends on what you would want to do for that. I don't see why they would say you can't debind them. They are ours. One student was nice enough to leave her book in the library for us to copy her study guides. We only take A&P the 1st quarter. But it is a combo..Med Term is included with this class too. But we get the book for that and this really good flashcard notebook thing. I was actually going to purchase it myself. I am glad I didn't! School attendance is no joke either! If you accumulate 5 minutes a day of being late, it adds up and the teachers know! If you have an emergency goin on let the teachers know first thing. I don't even look at my cellphone and it is on silent all day. I get distracted easily. Save all your days that you can have off for sickness or emergencies or if you can't make it in for whatever reason...I think we only get like 35 days...There is no place for us to store our lunches because there are too many of us. I did not get myself a lunch bag yet, but I am planning on it. Our lunch is from 12-12:30 and we have been getting out at 11:30 but I suggest bringing your own,especially if you dont get out early. By the time you get down to the mall and wait on the line, it is like 12:15 or later not leaving you much time to eat. You are going to Paramus right? If you are, there is whole foods which is temping bc the food is delish! But it is costly if you do it everyday. I got a soup and salad and it was 12 bucks without a drink! You can get 2 bags of spinich for a lot less lol. We get a discount at Subway, but that is all I know of...There is hangers in class for our jackets, but I do not know of anything else. Again, if you have any other questions, please message me or answer me on here. I am here to help you and other people too that probably have the same questiions. You did not overwhelm me at all because I know how you feel! Good Luck with getting everything this weekend!! Talk to you soon!

Hey Jersey! Congrats! Just wanna let you know a little bit about the program...I must say, I am so happy I picked LTI!! The warmth from the other students that are quarters ahead is great!! You feel the same warmth from the staff as well. The director acts like a hard ass because it is her job, but she is very nice! I can't wait to talk one on one with her! She has been a nurse for many years ! The first day for me was very overwhelming and it was for mostly everyone else in my class. But, we will all get used to it...theres a lot of info thrown at us. Today was a lot better stress wise lol. If you have time before the program starts, use it wisely, esecially CPR,and your PE form! Get your CPR done ASAP! Its like 3 hours. It is easy too. It is right at the school also. You practice on the dummies,watch a movie and take a quick written. Take notes on the movie bc you can use them on the written. That's it. You're certified. As for your PE, do that right away! The lab work is a lot and if you are not immune to some things, you need to get all the immunizations. Some are series shots so do it asap too. The supplies such as books are included with your tuition. If you want to get others, I wouldnt suggest it unless you really think you need it. They included those little flashcard books,a really good nursing planner,medical dictionary,NCLEX study book too. That is only quarter 1. Get a rolling back pack too. They have them at Walmart for $36. Don't waste any more money if you don't have to. I bought regular stuff like pens,pencils,paper,ect...get lots of hilighters...I already burnt one out today lol...get lots of notebooks too. Also, get a big pack of the large notecards,a one punch hole punch and large rings to hold the notecards. I already started using that today for A&P. Everyone has their own method of study, but I like to see it,and write it a few times. The cards to organize were like a book. I put A&P on it so I know what pile it is and went through the chapter and wrote things in order and stuff like that...it helps! A&P to me is the hardest!!!! So make those cards and take them everywhere with you! You get 2 pairs of scrubs, so I am going to get a few others. If you do decide to do that, make sure you buy the LTI iron on..you get docked for that if it isnt on your top. The dress code is EXTREMELY STRICT!! If you don't own white underwear, BUY THEM! You can see through our white scrub bottoms. It is not cute to see someone's panties. I saw it today...You get docked if you don't dress according to the code. Or you can get sent home and miss a whole day because of it. As for sneakers, I got a nice all white pair at Sketchers at the Bergen Mall. They are on sale so get there fast! Clinical has to be all white with no mesh fabric,no black bottoms, not even silver anything! You will get docked for that too. White socks are also a must. We are not allowed to wear hoodies in class....only a white scrub jacket,and that is not allowed either while class is in session. ONLY white long sleeved tee under our tops. I am not sure if you have ever been in the medical field or you have gone to school for that...but if you have, throw everything you know or think you know out the window! If you have no experience, you will have a lot better time. If you get used to something it is hard to break. So a fresh start and brain is very good! Say good bye to your social life because this program is no joke and it is very fast moving! Lots of reading and don't fall behind! I am behind a chapter already so I am screwed if I don't read it this weekend! I would suggest reading and doing the cards at the same time...saves a little time and you are reading and writing at the same time too! If you have any other questions, you know where to find me on here = ) Good luck! Hopefully, I will be moving onto quarter 2 when you enter on your first day!

They do have to be all white.

Orientation was today...there was alot of people there today. Ill PM you. : ) You go to the persons account and hit personal message.

Hi!! Congratulations!! That is awesome! We will be in class together. Are you excited for orientation? I am really psyched! I didn't get anything yet for class. I wanted to wait for tomor to go and do that but it is very close! At least we don't need the physical exam done for the first day of class. PM if you want and we can chat. I posted this because I am too anxious lol but I guess tomor we find everything out.

Thank you Courtney. I will take that into consideration as well! I am very organized so I don't think I will have a hard time. I know that I have to just stay on top of all my work. I like to go ahead sometimes but I have heard that is a bad idea. So if I do bad on a test, I will think about what went wrong instead of beating myself up over it. :)

What are the guidelines for the white sneakers? Do they have to be all white?? I am looking into the nike shox, but to get 100% white including the swoosh,you have to order them. I know lady foot locker has the white ones but not all white.

What are the guidelines for the white sneakers? Do they have to be all white?? I am looking into the nike shox, but to get 100% white including the swoosh,you have to order them. I know lady foot locker has the white ones but not all white.

Hello Everyone! I have some questions about Lincoln Tech in Paramus,NJ. I start 9/28 full time. Of course I am super excited!! Super anxious too!!! Here are my questions for people that have already attended or attending: -What should I expect for orientation and how long is it? Do I need to bring anything with me besides a notebook? -As for sneakers,do they have to be 100% white? I am looking into a really good pair like the Nike Shox. Most brands do not have all white...some have black bottoms,or silver or something like that. -What supplies do I need to purchase,besides normal stuff like pens and what not? -Can we get our books before orientation and how many books are we going to need at a time? -Do we need any books outside of what is included and what do you suggest I get? -How much homework will I have a day?? -Any other good study tips and or tips for class everday?? Thanks everyone for reading and taking the time to answer me if possible. :)

OMG!!! That is appalling! If a doctor asked me to do that, I would say HELL TO THE NO! I know what I can and can't do as an MA. Like I said in my response to this post, it is mostly the doctor's fault hiring people that are not well prepared to do the job. I have been an MA myself. I was not allowed to do a lot..it hurt me in the long run because I am certified to do a lot and did not get to use those skills. I did not find a job for the past 2 years because of this. That is why I am furthering my education. In NJ though, there are way too many MA's and not enough jobs to fill the position. The pay is lousy most of the time too! Cost of living is growing and salaries are not.

I NEVER EVER ONCE said I was a nurse and always corrected patients if they said that I was. I was not a high school drop out. I graduated with a diploma. I have seen a lot of ads here in NJ stating you need a HS diploma to work with offices as an MA. That to me is outrageous! You need schooling to become an MA. You need to know what you are doing!!!! I was MA for about 3 years in a pediatric office. I enjoyed it to the best that I could. Working there was a nightmare. But I got a lot of experience with the kids and that is what I wanted. Since I want more, I am continuing my education for LPN. There is only so much an MA can do. We can not ever replace what an RN can do. These small practices hire MA's for the wrong reasons a lot of times. The doctors are expecting the MA's to perform as an RN. That is where it goes all wrong. We do not have all the same knowledge. We know basic things. Then when a patient asks a question, you can't give it to them. The doctor expects you to know and if they don't have an RN on hand you can't help the patient. That is the big mistake. I have been to many offices. Some MA's are good, and some have no idea what they are doing! But this goes along with LPN'S and RN's as well. Putting someone down for being an MA is wrong. Putting someone in their place, well that is not so wrong. It mostly is the doctor's fault for hiring people that are not well prepared for the position really is the big problem.

Hello Everyone! I am writing this thread looking for some answers about what to expect being a full time LPN student and how to understand student loans. I am unemployed and have been for way too long and have found nothing!! This is why I decided to go to school to continue my medical assisting to a better opportunity as a nurse. This is a very long time dream of mine and a passion. I am from NJ, so I am going to the new Lincoln Tech campus in Paramus. I am so very excited to start school!! I can't wait to learn! Anyone else recently start there? I am starting school on the 28th of this month. To make a very long story as short as possible, I was collecting unemployment while looking for a job as an MA with no luck. I got a job but was let go because my skills just were not good enough or up to date. I actually felt really dumb and out of place where I was. I tried to my best ability to work hard and learn what I was expected to do. It was very upsetting to me that I could not keep up or figure out the computer system. I really liked it there and was glad to have been given a chance. They knew that coming into this job, I had no experience with the computers or the machines. Even though I was let go, I was told that I handled it very professional and they appreciated my hard work. So, that was a boost for me,even though I couldn't keep the job. Getting let go was a reality check that I really need to do something to better myself. I decided getting my LPN is best for me at this time. You've gotta start somewhere... I fought for almost 2 years to get any kind of help through unemployment, which by the way is pushed onto you to believe you are going to get sent to school right away when you first become unemployed. Now, that I have finally gotten the help that I need, my unemployment is going to run out in a week. I jumped through a lot of hoops of fire to get here now. I went to the workshops,meetings,made phone calls,sat with people, the whole nine!! This was actually becoming a job to get answers. But I was not going to give up. That's what they want you to do. From the time I was laid off, I kept perusing unemployment from the very start about going to school. I knew my skills were lacking a lot in the beginning. Getting hired and losing that last job so quick was proof enough! So, please do not get the wrong idea that I am trying to work the system, because they sure worked me!! I am fighting for what is told that we as displaced workers and unemployed is offered to us. These letters go out to us when we first become unemployed. I had everything to prove that I needed help in bettering myself..but was unsuccessful in reaching the right person until this year. So, that makes you think, doesn't it? Maybe the people that don't do their jobs at the office should be on the unemployment line, not me!! The best tip I can give someone in my situation is KEEP EVERYTHING you get from them. Even if it is a piece of paper you wrote on while speaking with someone on the phone. Write the date and person you talked to. Keep all of your job applications,notes you took,appointments you had for interviews...I have files for everything. If anyone else is in my situation, feel free to message me and I can give you tips and phone numbers in Bergen County. I would never want anyone to go through the hell that I did!! I would appreciate no nasty or stupid comments about this. Thank you. I was told at the school signing up full time is going to really limit what I can do work wise. I decided full time is quicker and this is the best opportunity to do it now. I took this on thinking OK, I can work on the weekends at least and will if needed...I am collecting and that will help me pay bills which is what I used it for this whole time anyway. Unemployment told me that there are additional benefits I should receive while in school. But since I passed the time limit I will probably have to fight this as well. I have all of that proof also to show that I acted in the correct time manner but the person I dealt with the first time was very uncooperative. I was able to get the notes that the people would put in from unemployment about my claim. You do have the right to ask for them and you should ask them for this reason. I applied for financial aid and was rejected. They offer you a grant,and there is money for it. You just have to keep pushing them and show up for the group even if they say there is none available. I have exhausted any other way of aid. So now I am onto loans and don't have a clue about them! These are a few questions I have: -Has anyone lived off of student loans and how does someone do that? I have never done this before,so I really don't understand how. -What private loan companies are accepted at Lincoln? -What are the best private loan companies to choose? -Has anyone else who has been unemployed or a similar situation as mine been able to attend school and work with this kind of program? -Anyone that has been through this specific program,please give me some pointers on what to expect. Thank you all who answer for your time in reading this post and answering me! I really appreciate it! :redpinkhe

Thank you! 2 years is still a gap. But organization is def key! I will def do everything I can for that! I have some supplies listed for myself to stay organized also. Rewritting notes is a great tip! Thank you again!

Hello Everyone! I am writing this thread because I start school late September for LPN at Lincoln Tech. I am just asking for some tips and pointers on how to prepare myself for school. I am going full time. It has been a while since I have been in school and nursing school is even harder. If anyone has any tips please let me know. Thank you!

Awesome thanks again! So how do you like the program so far? Are you attending Paramus too?

Hello. = ) Thank you so much for answering me. LOL I have been waiting patiently!! I am so anxious to get what I need! I am going to LTI in Paramus. Yes I am doing the 12 month. How do you like it? I am so excited and can't wait to start class! Awesome! Thanks for letting me know what I need! I was going to get the white shox but I wasn't sure yet. For the other supplies, would you suggest anything else or do you think what I have listed is good?

Hello Everyone! I was wondering if anyone could let me know about what supplies I need for LPN classes at Lincoln Tech might be. I start in September. I am so excited to finally have gotten accepted and getting closer to becoming a nurse!! wooohoooo!! It has been a long journey in getting here so I am super happy!! I am very organized and I am stressing because I want to get a start on getting my supplies. I am seriously getting anxious! I have the basics on a list...but I am wanting more detailed information. Is there a PDF maybe someone could send me? Or just anyone who has recently started the program that could give me a heads up? Also, I know we need white sneakers. What in your opinion are the best sneakers for nursing school? THIS IS WHAT I HAVE ON MY LIST: -BLACK PENS -PENCILS -ERASERS -WEEKLY WALL CALENDAR FOR ASSIGNMENTS -DAILY PLANNER -BINDERS -POST ITS -POST IT FLAGS -DIFF. COLORED PENS -NCLEX FLASHCARDS -LARGE NOTECARDS -HILIGHTERS -NOTEBOOKS -FOLDERS -WHITE SNEAKERS -WATERPROOF WATCH -GOOD LUNCHBOX AND WATER CONTAINER -LANYARD FOR ID -PEN LIGHT -RECORDER I dont have clinical supplies listed because I am unsure of what we need. I already have a good stethoscope. If anyone can give me some other advice or information I would really appreciate that! Thanks!! :heartbeat