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  1. Where can I find Lisa Arends study guides?

    FocusRN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    (majority of the students that have used it are happy with it) and you know this how? you've taken a poll of most of the people that purchased her products after they actually got to use the...

  2. CPNE sites???

    FocusRN replied to Firemedic7's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am no where near it yet, but in my opinion, if you have to travel anyway, opt to take any location with a cancellation date, and just make sure that you are studying, and practicing while waiting,...

  3. thomas edison state college

    FocusRN replied to diva_nurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm still really leaning towards Western Governors, they are a non profit, and their tuition is $2,790 per 6-month term or $5,580 per year. And that price includes ALL of the credits that you earn in...

  4. Where can I find Lisa Arends study guides?

    FocusRN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think her eBay name is larends. I really don't get too much from her guides though. In my opinion they contain a lot of info that I have already gotten for free. They contain her notes, that's true,...

  5. NC 7 Down!

    FocusRN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats

  6. EC Content Guides and Study Materials - I feel so stupid, but have some advice.

    FocusRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Okay so, I've spent so much time trying to figure out the best materials/ways to study for the NC exams. Every time i looked at he content guide, I would always just look at the % of each area on the...

  7. Online or Correspondence RN to BSN program that is Self-Paced

    FocusRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Well, do ya'll know of any? I have a few reasons for not getitng my BSN from EC, but I may change my mind depending on responses. What I am looking for is an online or correspondence (snail mail,...

  8. Online or Correspondence RN to BSN program that is Self-Paced

    FocusRN replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Actually, I haven't even completed my ASN yet, I just applied at TESC to do some of the courses that I needed for EC, BUT I have since made other plans. I can tell you that after complete my ASN, I...

  9. If you are an EC student, tell me what state you live in!!

    FocusRN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Louisiana. Here if you weren't an LPN before EC, you have to have 6 months of experience on an acute floor, and becoming an

  10. Petrified of clinicals/CPNE - what to do?

    FocusRN replied to mc3's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think everyone is. You just have to make p your mind that this is too important to let anything scare you off. As for the Excelsior route, you can just study take your exams, and cross the CPNE...

  11. Any EC students in Georgia? Does anyone know?

    FocusRN replied to nursemomof3boys's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Apply and sit for the NClex for Minnesota (they are supposed to be really quick), work for a VA hospital where ever you live, and after you get your 500 hours endorse into

  12. Passed NC6!!

    FocusRN replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats

  13. Excelsior Federal Financial Aid for OVER 30 Programs EXCEPT Assoc. Nursing

    FocusRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Okay, so I found out last night via this link (page 6, login required): https://www.excelsior.edu/pls/portal/docs/PAGE/EXCELSIOR_COLLEGE/PUBLICATIONS/PROSPECTIVE_STUDENT_FEE_SCHEDULE_2007_2008.PDF...

  14. Time to complete Excelsior?

    FocusRN replied to Dawdett's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Some people have finished their theory exams within 3-4 months. It just all depends on you, and the level you are on. Also, don't let procrastination get a hold of you (like it has me). But MOST...

  15. Fl non-LPN Excelsior students

    FocusRN replied to mondragon's topic in Online Distance Learning

    It would be great for ya'll if it has turned out that way. Keep us

  16. WHICH RN to BSN ONLINE? PLEASE???

    FocusRN replied to tuxly's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yeah, when I checked out the site, for some reason I couldn't find th current tuition rates. But, now that I think of it, since I am thinking of pursuing my MSN with WGU, I may just wait to see what...

  17. Currently LPN- Excelsior and FL- Should I be worried?

    FocusRN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    For your second post, it most likely means, clinical and theory at the same time. If I were you I would begin corresponding with the BON, in letters. That way you'll have everything in writing....

  18. WHICH RN to BSN ONLINE? PLEASE???

    FocusRN replied to tuxly's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I was looking into Chamberlain, for when I graduate. Looks like the RN to BSN is completely online, takes one year (including summer), they award you a lot of credits just for having your RN license,...

  19. ec nerves

    FocusRN replied to calliesue's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Just like TX I am scared to death of the CPNE, but, I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. If you can, see if you can shadow in the hospital, or something like that. If not, just wait until you are...

  20. I got a EC scholarship!!!!

    FocusRN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats!!! When did you

  21. Nc - 1 I Passed, Whew!!!

    FocusRN replied to Drysolong's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats!!!...

  22. Excelsior Federal Financial Aid for OVER 30 Programs EXCEPT Assoc. Nursing

    FocusRN replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yeah. I give

  23. Excelsior Federal Financial Aid for OVER 30 Programs EXCEPT Assoc. Nursing

    FocusRN replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Okay, I'm back with more info. After speaking with a few people, and speaking to the DFA again, this is what I was told: - ASN program doesn't qualify b/c: -students take exams whenever they want...

  24. Roll Call all EC...Newbies.....after Oct 1

    FocusRN replied to BetterMeRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You can send them the number, if your state has a way for them to verify it online i believe. And the process goes much faster it you don't plan on transferring anything over at

  25. For Everyone that Enrolled in EC JUST before the deadline

    FocusRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    You may want to go onto EC's website, login to your account, and act as if you are going to register for an exam, to see if the concepts exams are blocked out. If they are you need to call them ASAP,...