SparkleShine

I was going to attend the San Mateo campus because it is closer to me and starts the pre-req next month but I need more time to pay off the cost of the pre-req class so I'll be signing up for the Concord day class too! Yay, we should be in the same c...

Christine2009, did the mnemonics help you at all when used them? Also do you record all the lectures or do you just record the ones right before a big test?

Small world indeed. I've never used mnemonics for studying/learning. I will have to look those up too. I am a medical assistant but currently doing the SAHM thing while the hubby works. Are you in the medical field? Now that my youngest twins are in ...

Modesto would be way too far for me, Concord is already going to be 1 hour on BART and a 25-30 min walk after but I'd used the ride to read, study flash cards, etc. and I could listen to lectures I've taped while I walk so that commute would probably...

Wow, 2 1/2 hours away, you are hardcore, Lol. Makes me feel like a wimp for worrying about the commute I'll have whether I go to the San Mateo campus or the Concord one.

Which campus?

Just got the book for the pre-req class for only $8.00! I love ebay!

Thanks. Did you sign up for day or evening class? I'm still trying to figure out which I'd like to do.

I would like a copy of the book list please. Also do you know whether the fees for the pre-req class have to be paid in full by the time the class begins or do they let you make monthly payments till its paid?

I'm afraid your options are limited to going to one of the private schools like Unitek as you mentioned or going to one of the community colleges and trying to get into their LVN program through the lottery because there is no way to became an LVN/LP...

You must have talked to that same admissions rep Mitch, he must be their only admissions rep because they never have anyone else there. I didn't want to deal with him because years ago when I was looking into medical assistant programs he was the rep...

I'm going to the San Mateo campus this Friday for my 1st meeting so I'll keep you posted.:)

Thank you. I was looking into unitek mainly because its so close to me and the program is shorter but I do worry about their program being too compressed and intense and the pre-reqs cost is just not attainable for me, I did like the campus though wh...

I am looking at this school as well. I live near Fremont so my main concern is the commute time. It would be nice to find someone to carpool with if i get in. I was pleased to find that the tuition at Gurnick is nearly $6000 less than another school ...

i've heard the job market here in the sf bay area isn't very good, especially for new grads but i'm not letting that stop me from going for my dream. as much as i'd hate to leave my mom & other family behind i am willing to relocate to another st...

Hi. I'm also new to this site and just wanted to say congrats on soon to be beginning LVN school and good luck to you. We have a lot in common, I too have young kids, FIVE to be exact, (two sets of twins, 5yr old B/G set, 8yr old G/G set and my oldes...

Some great tips here. I'm going to the school I'm applying to for my 1st meeting tomorrow and I'm excited yet a bundle of nerves at the same time.

Hi, Do you or anyone know if there have been any significant changes to the test between 2003 when the 2nd edition of the study guide came out and 2008 when the 3rd edition came out? I don't want to waste time and money on the 2nd edition if its supe...

I am gearing up to take the entrance exam myself so having little money I went to my staple ebay to find a used copy for a reasonable price. The 3rd edition(2008) of the book is the newest one and it cost about $25 on amazon.com right now, that isn't...

Hi, I will be starting an LVN program in November of this year right after Thanksgiving and I am so excited. I would really like to spend the next 3 months getting into good study habits by reading and taking notes for a few hours a day. What are som...

Thank you, I figured every program doesn't cover the material in the same order so a general guide to the basics will work just fine to give me a good start. I just found a good study guide for a great price on ebay. i can't wait to get it and start ...

All of your words here have inspired me already and i haven't even started my LVN program yet. I will be starting in November and I know it will be hard but so worth it! Ive wanted to be a nurse and nothing but since I was five and now I'm finally re...