mom2009

Hi all, I'm currently finishing up my pre-req's at BCCC for the RN program. I'm hoping of getting into the program for fall of 2013. After reading many of the threads I've decided that it'd be smart to have plan B. I need to go step by step, so a BSN right now is not in the picture (once I graduate as an RN I'll be quickly enrolling into the BSN program). So I've been looking at other ADN programs, which are only held in Community Colleges. I ran across Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing. After calling to see how many credits they would transfer I learned that I'd graduate with an RN diploma. She explained I can get licensed once completing the program after taking the NCLEX-RN, which is what I'd have to do as an ADN grad. and like the ADN grad option I'd be able to go towards my BSN. So my question is, what is the difference? Work wise, and getting into a BSN program. Any advice would be great!!! THANKS!

Thanks for the info. SoulHealer! I still have a little ways to go to even get into the program... I just want to know if I will be able to have a spot for 2012 or not! Though I'll tell you this much, reading the threads is depressing, makes it seem like I should definitely have a plan B, C, D......Z, and that's what's making me nervous!

Hi all, I'm new to this site and don't know how to start a thread. So sorry if I'm interrupting! :) First off, congrats to those in the program. I am currently finishing the pre-req's. I have a few questions I hope you guys can help me with. What books do you recommend to take the entrance exam to the program? Once accepted into the program, do we have to follow the curriculum exactly, or can we take the classes in the summer as well? Thanks! :)