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  1. Are community colleges really good for prereqs?

    CourtneyLR replied to niceguns's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Community colleges are excellent places to complete pre-reqs. They are cheaper, with smaller class sizes and depending on the school, potentially more one-on-one help (should you need it). I doubt...

  2. A&P I and A&P II - need suggestions

    CourtneyLR replied to kalin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most schools require pre-reqs to have been completed within the 5 years prior to application. If they are confident admitting students who completed those courses years ago, then you shouldn't be...

  3. Computer Literacy Requirement- Is a class needed?

    CourtneyLR replied to xInspiredx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is a requirement at my school, and it's stated just like that. Read the catalog or program handbook (if it's available on the school's website) to find out for sure, but at my school this means...

  4. Psychology

    CourtneyLR replied to Ashkins529's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Some "advisors" don't have a clue. Do the course descriptions for either class mention this as a pre-req? The advisor could be wrong. For example, I've heard of advisors telling students at my school...

  5. How to transition from pre-nursing to nursing

    CourtneyLR replied to teamojonj's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't think of it that way. The competition is really only beginning, and the small things you will triumph over in nursing school will mean so much more than just the fact that you got in. Sure, you...

  6. Are all Allied Health programs as competitive as nursing?

    CourtneyLR replied to CourtneyLR's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Class size is a valid point that I didn't really consider. Nursing students are entered into the program multiple times per year, as compared to the other programs which enter once per year. Also,...

  7. Are all Allied Health programs as competitive as nursing?

    CourtneyLR posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have noticed that almost everyone I have classes with is pre-nursing. My school has the same pre-reqs for many allied health programs, so I expected more of a mix. But it's nursing, nursing,...

  8. Worried. Am I making the right choice??

    CourtneyLR replied to SBJustBreathe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    DO NOT go for sonography at that price. Many community colleges have programs; if moving out of the area is an option or commuting to another school, explore that first. I agree that you should do...

  9. How hard is nursing school for a student who is average or below in math & science?

    CourtneyLR replied to kelkel587's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love my A&P coloring book! This is the one that I have. The illustrations seem a bit overwhelmingly detailed at first but once you start working through it, it really comes

  10. Another Rant on Obesity and Children

    CourtneyLR replied to ChristineN's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly. Parents need not only nutritional education, but more information on stretching their dollars to make fresh fruits & veggies and unprocessed foods affordable. There are ways! Cooking...

  11. so confused with school

    CourtneyLR replied to sbishop4455's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    An A.A.S. is a career preparation degree that qualifies you to work in the field of your major upon graduation (presuming you pass any relevant licensing exams, like in this case, NCLEX). An A.S....

  12. How hard is nursing school for a student who is average or below in math & science?

    CourtneyLR replied to kelkel587's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most schools have tutoring centers which are free of cost to students. Also, office hours and open labs are excellent "free" resources (although you could say you are paying for these services with...

  13. How to prepare yourself for school??

    CourtneyLR replied to LV08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I echo what everyone else has said re: organization. Review is definitely important. This is my second run at school and the first time, I was fresh out of high school and my brain seemed to absorb...

  14. How hard is nursing school for a student who is average or below in math & science?

    CourtneyLR replied to kelkel587's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Let me first say that I'm not in nursing school, but I'm currently taking pre-requisites. I can't tell you anything about what nursing school is like, but there is a good reason A&P is a...

  15. Is making friends in school important?

    CourtneyLR posted a topic in General Students

    Do you think that making friends in your classes is important? Do you think it gives you an "edge" over those who do not make friends in class? What are the advantages/disadvantages (if any)? I have...

  16. Tell me about yourself... how to nicely begin with it?

    CourtneyLR replied to nynewrn's topic in General Nursing

    I'm still in school, but I am currently in management at a non-health care related business and interviewing/hiring is a major part of my job. I think the basics of interviews (at least in terms of...

  17. Is making friends in school important?

    CourtneyLR replied to CourtneyLR's topic in General Students

    I think it is actually more important to me now than it has been in the past. I think perhaps it's because making friends does not come as easily as it once did (when immersed in social situations...

  18. Is making friends in school important?

    CourtneyLR replied to CourtneyLR's topic in General Students

    Thank you to everyone who has shared their thoughts so far. It seems like a mix of opinions on the subject. To respond directly to Samantha79- my current job is in management and because I both work...

  19. CHEMISTRY! (your experience/expertise/suggestions pls)

    CourtneyLR replied to Selfrespectforwomen's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just checked this out and WOW! I have to have one of these! I think the price is very reasonable, all things considered. Do you think there is any reason you wouldn't be allowed to use it in a...

  20. Could it be...don't have to take Chemistry? :)

    CourtneyLR replied to GirlDotson's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At my school they do not require Chemistry at the college level as long as you passed with a C in high school, which I think is laughable! Unless you are fresh out, you probably don't remember enough...

  21. Discovering how harmfull most prescribed chemicles are how do you live with yourself?

    CourtneyLR replied to steveogurule's topic in General Nursing

    This. I am actually not surprised that prescription medication kills more people than street drugs. More people use prescription medication, and unfortunately accidents and interactions do happen....

  22. Could it be...don't have to take Chemistry? :)

    CourtneyLR replied to GirlDotson's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My school does not require Chemistry, either. However, it is a pre-req for many BSN programs, so you might eventually have to take it if you choose to go that route. I do think it's interesting that...

  23. Rejected and Im not sure what to do? ),:

    CourtneyLR replied to uhohbube's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with others...work on finishing your pre-reqs and reapply. Also, consider how these schools rank applicants. If they use a point system, there is a good chance your science courses (like Chem...

  24. Quick question regarding pre reqs

    CourtneyLR replied to Kennethspatta's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would say definitely yes, use this time to work on pre-reqs. Especially if you are not working right now, or are working a schedule or type of job that makes it easier for you to attend classes and...

  25. Can an AS get you into a Bachelors in Nursing Program?

    CourtneyLR replied to Tlananna's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you planning to complete your current Medical Assistant program, then apply to an online BSN program? To the best of my knowledge, most online BSNs for nursing are RN-BSN. I just checked one of...