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  1. How do you think I'm doing for a Pre-Nursing student???

    jval replied to keithm101's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At my school you need a 3.0 overall GPA and a prereq GPA of 3.5. Although a 3.5 gets you eligable the program is so comepetitive that no B's in any prereq courses are accepted. People retake courses...

  2. CNA to LVN TO RN

    jval replied to Kimberlin's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi Kimberlin! I'm also in Fresno. I'm doing a 33 day CNA course at Golden Living. The great thing is they hire you afterwards! Like you, I also want to do CNA ---> LVN ---> RN. I went to FCC...

  3. I start my CNA clinicals Monday...

    jval replied to sakiohma's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I start clinicals on Thursday and get a tour of the LTC facility tomorrow. I'm very excited! I don't really know what to expect, but I'm really looking forward to it! Good luck to us! Btw, what...

  4. I had a terrible day at school today... Accused and feel awful.

    jval posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm in a very competitive CNA program in which you will get dropped if the instructor doesn't think you're right to be a CNA. She is very passionate about nursing and we're her 72nd CNA class. Today...

  5. I had a terrible day at school today... Accused and feel awful.

    jval replied to jval's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yup, grownuprosie! I looked at the pictures around the room of the graduations and the class size ranged from 8-13. A lot of people aren't able to pass the course for a multitude of reasons. Either...

  6. I had a terrible day at school today... Accused and feel awful.

    jval replied to jval's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I love these forums, thanks for your replies. I agree with dropping the issue. I sure as heck won't be bringing it up in class again unless confronted by the instructor! I LOL'd at the comment...

  7. I had a terrible day at school today... Accused and feel awful.

    jval replied to jval's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you Glenna. I can't believe I was even put in that situation. The lift we have can lift 400 lbs, I think the ladies were just facing insecurities and since one refused, they thought it was...

  8. LVN programs in Fresno, CA?

    jval posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hi there, I'm in a CNA program and I'm thinking ahead for LVN. What programs are available in Fresno, CA? I've checked out the programs at each Fresno and Clovis adult. Are LVN programs usually...

  9. I don't think being a CNA is right for me.

    jval replied to white8tiger6's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hm, I always figured that other types of nurses wouldn't escape "CNA duties"... Nice to have this confirmed... lol. I just started a CNA program. I'm very excited but kind of scared about what's to...

  10. gpa standards for fresno state nursing program

    jval replied to b.rod's topic in California Nursing

    Wow, pinayluv, that's awesome!!! Congratulations, what a big

  11. Golden Living CNA Training in Fresno

    jval replied to Scrublife15's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    YAY! I had my interview today and I was accepted! When they hand out the 60 applications, you need to be in line BEFORE 8:00AM. I arrived at 7:50ish and I was number 55 in line!!!! By the time...

  12. gpa standards for fresno state nursing program

    jval replied to b.rod's topic in California Nursing

    Oh yea, the pre-nursing advisor at the orientation said: if you really want to be a nurse, apply at every school in the

  13. gpa standards for fresno state nursing program

    jval replied to b.rod's topic in California Nursing

    Pinayluv78, are you waiting for an admissions response to State or their nursing program?

  14. gpa standards for fresno state nursing program

    jval replied to b.rod's topic in California Nursing

    In reviewing the info I got at my orientation, 3.0 must be maintained throughout all classes. I'm pretty sure C's in prereqs won't be competitive enough. Also, the paper states that prereqs retaken...

  15. Anyone In The Spring 2012 Lottery At Fresno City College?

    jval replied to RN<3RD's topic in California Nursing

    Wow, gurjit, congratulations on those two admissions! That's amazing! Goodluck with

  16. Fresno, ca cna programs

    jval replied to kv07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi there! For anyone interested in CNA programs in Fresno, Golden Living is a FREE CNA training program. You can find out more about their program at CNA/SRNA Training. They have night programs...

  17. Anyone In The Spring 2012 Lottery At Fresno City College?

    jval replied to RN<3RD's topic in California Nursing

    I was in that lottery and didn't get picked... 3rd time, Fall 2012. Just got accepted to transfer to Fresno State, really excited. Fresno State admissions are frozen for Spring

  18. Fresno City College Lottery

    jval replied to 5timesinlottery's topic in California Nursing

    I've heard many rumors that already having TEAS scores helps your chances in the "lottery". I've been in the lottery twice and each time those I knew with TEAS scores were selected on their first...

  19. gpa standards for fresno state nursing program

    jval replied to b.rod's topic in California Nursing

    Hi, I also am transfering in the fall. I attended the RN orientation at State and for those that are unaware of the current standards: NO C's will be admitted. One B already has you severely...

  20. Golden Living CNA Training in Fresno

    jval replied to Scrublife15's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi there! Since your post was a while ago I was wondering if you were selected at that time? I love Golden Living, I first found out about it at a job fair. In 2010 I was selected into the program,...