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

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 there are some that actually quit because its too to...

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 critical but in no way helpful...She would laugh occ...

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 option.

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 week....but if you really want to be a nurse, you suck it up...

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 they are potentially revamping for future admissions....

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 luck!

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, significant others, children, pets...all of which are bei...

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 departments that come in to do it all. I guess it de...

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 have to find some avenue where I can do this...there...

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 Univerisity and have an Associate of Science Degree in VT....

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 will like some instructors, some you wont. You will ...

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 only?

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 it goes! Also, what was the application process li...

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 RN scale...Id question if I wanted to continue to w...

Can anyone tell me about the length of preceptorships at UofM? I hope to get a job there when I graduate in 2013. Thanks!

I think they are right...not only could you work as an RN after getting an associates and continue on with BSN (some programs offer all online classes) its also cheaper that route as well. That's what I intend to do. Im in my first year in OCC's ADN ...

well Im not an experienced nurse or a recruiter, so take this advice with a grain fo salt. I would think that any medical experience is better than no medical experience. This place has only offered you an interview, and that in no way commits you to...

The Blackboard site has the rubric for us to print out... that should tell you what you will be tested on.

she did mention that, but also talked about clinicals and tech gadgets. thanks for the input!

so at the orientation one faculty member mentioned that she had 20 books on her iphone and allowed students to take tech gadgets to clinicals as long as they were used for reference only.... anyone plan on getting their books on an iphone or Kindle-l...

Im in the morning class! So, should we expect to get our clinical/lab schedule at orientation next week?

that was tough...congrats on the 92! I had CPR a couple of weeks ago...the main instructor kept reminding me of Matt Damon...he's super nice, you will learn a lot! Are you in the online pharm class?

Anyone doing CPR on May 13th? That Hep B vaccine was no joke! I am just now getting over it today and I got vaccinated a week ago wed! Hope the 2nd and 3rd go better!

ahh well not applying and no offer are completely different! I wouldnt bother. Something is fishy...