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1. OCC - for Fall 2012 or Jan 2012 prospective students!

   rmtocc replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in Michigan Nursing

   So eager! I remember feeling that way...Now I just want to have a good cry and a

2. Questions about OCC Nursing Program

   rmtocc replied to rystle's topic in Michigan Nursing

   no I dont...I only know of one that has quit so far, but it was for a personal family emergency...not because she couldnt take it....BUT I am only exposed to about 1/3 of the class(if that)...maybe...

3. Questions about OCC Nursing Program

   rmtocc replied to rystle's topic in Michigan Nursing

   Actually, I dont think they are ABUSIVE...that was probably too harsh a word to use...I have not had one that I would consider abusive. The worst I have experienced is a clinical instructor that is...

4. Questions about OCC Nursing Program

   rmtocc replied to rystle's topic in Michigan Nursing

   then it might be worth your while to get certification as a CNA or aide and work in the medical field to see if you would want to do it. dental hygiene, I would think, would be a less stressful...

5. Questions about OCC Nursing Program

   rmtocc replied to rystle's topic in Michigan Nursing

   Well most of my classmates have questioned their resolve to endure seemingly purposeful abuse by instructors...Its not uncommon for me to hear "I wanna quit!!!" from someone at least once a...

6. Questions about OCC Nursing Program

   rmtocc replied to rystle's topic in Michigan Nursing

   Hi. Im a 1st year student (class of 2013) at OCC. It is tough...I think its stupid that you can retake prereqs without penalty and drive up cut off GPA..I do believe that that is one of the things...

7. Is it possible to get into UM Ann Arbor?

   rmtocc replied to tmstar's topic in Michigan Nursing

   I say it doesnt hurt to apply and just see. The worst they can say is no...Just have a backup plan in place if you dont get in. But with a 4.0 I think your chances are better than you think. good...

8. Is nursing your second career?

   rmtocc replied to nicubee's topic in Nursing Career

   Im enrolled in a CC ADN program and there are quite a few of us that are not straight out of high school. ALL of us (young ones included) are struggling right now. Most of us work, have homes,...

9. Veterinary Technician or RN?

   rmtocc replied to SugarBabe99's topic in Nursing Career

   divarn, several nurses that are clinical instructors at my school gave me the impression that a lot of areas in nursing you do not get much opportunity to place ivs due to iv teams and specialized...

10. Veterinary Technician or RN?

    rmtocc replied to SugarBabe99's topic in Nursing Career

    I sometimes worry about this too, which is why Im not completely sold on CRNA (especially since its headed toward the PhD route and not just MSN.) Tell me about it! no iv's or blood draws?! I will...

11. Veterinary Technician or RN?

    rmtocc replied to SugarBabe99's topic in Nursing Career

    Hey folks! my first "career" was as a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Indiana. Ive also worked in Illinois and Michigan as a RVT or LVT (licensed vet tech). I attended Purdue...

12. OCC - for Fall 2012 or Jan 2012 prospective students!

    rmtocc replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Im in the class of 2013. Is it a lot of work? yes. Is it possible to do well? yes. Its really up to each individual. Like someone earlier said, if you really are motivated to succeed, you will. You...

13. Eastern Michigan RN-BSN program

    rmtocc replied to rn2bn07's topic in Michigan Nursing

    that's good to know...I have 2-3 classes to complete to be macro satisfied. So it looks like I'll be taking those before I apply...what's the application deadline? Just 50 per YEAR with january start...

14. Eastern Michigan RN-BSN program

    rmtocc replied to rn2bn07's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Inquiring minds want to know! lol Im a current student at OCC (1st year) and considering EMU's rn-bsn program (and would hope to get assigned to the Livonia campus)... adpeeka, please let us know how...

15. New RN, working as a Tech

    rmtocc replied to Eerrn19's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you sought out jobs elsewhere in your area? They might move a little faster in offering you an RN job if they have competition. I dont doubt that they are dragging their feet with paying you at...