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  1. What is a "passing grade" for your nursing program?

    cfcgogo replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in General Students

    If anyone is still reading this topic, I'd like to solicit feedback on class averages. Our requirements are similar to many of those referenced above. Minimum 78 to pass the class and minimum of 78...

  2. If you went to WGU and then on to NP school, where?

    cfcgogo replied to dandk1997RN's topic in Western Governors University

    SSSLE: good for you for knowing what you want and going after it.... and for your dedication to a long course of training. As far as I know, Excelsior has the most "remote"/online program for...

  3. If you went to WGU and then on to NP school, where?

    cfcgogo replied to dandk1997RN's topic in Western Governors University

    I have considered WGU's program but have not gone there. I'd like to point out that WGU's standards are such that students must have, at a minimum, a 3.0 equivalent to complete each class, not that...

  4. NVCC Virginia. question

    cfcgogo replied to AGN's topic in School, College Programs

    I am in the program now. Your GPA is 4.0 out of 4.0? You will not have a problem getting in with a 4.0 GPA. I don't know what their preferred TEAS score is. You are probably ok with what you have....

  5. ADN online?

    cfcgogo replied to lpnmommy86's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Have you checked out the Excelsior.edu ADN program? Be sure and look carefully at any "footnotes" for your state. Some states require additional experience or training in addition to completion of...

  6. Took my WGU BSN to Nurse Practitioner School - Ask me anything!

    cfcgogo replied to coopsy's topic in Western Governors University

    WGU is one program (among many) that I might consider for a BSN. I have researched a lot of programs. I am encouraged to hear that people have gotten into NP programs with WGU degrees. I understand...

  7. Excelsior ASN (LPN to RN) students in NoVa?

    cfcgogo posted a topic in Excelsior College

    I am starting the Excelsior ASN (I am an LPN getting RN) program. Wanted to see if there are any others out there in the Northern Virginia/DC area. Thought I might see if there is interest in...

  8. Excelsior ASN (LPN to RN) students in NoVa?

    cfcgogo replied to cfcgogo's topic in Excelsior College

    It was my understanding that you did the 250 (or 400) "provisional" status hours after you passed the NCLEX. No? Maybe it can be either before or after. I will have to circle back with Excelsior...

  9. Lactation specialty and MSN degrees

    cfcgogo replied to bnlgoodrichRN's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    I am struggling with the same issue! Union Institute & University offers a M.A. in Health & Wellness with a specialization in Lactation Consulting. But where I work acute care facilities do...

  10. Cheapest NLNAC RN to BSN online program?

    cfcgogo replied to paddler's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Though a bit dated now, this is excellent info. Thank you to the researchers and contributors, especially paddler. I am saving it to reference when I get to "phase III" of my nursing

  11. Allegany College of Maryland LVN to RN online program??

    cfcgogo replied to smrslr's topic in School, College Programs

    This is an accredited bricks and mortar college and the program is accepted by the B of N in Maryland, so I have no reservations about it being a "legitimate" program; however, that does not mean it...

  12. Taking pre-requisite classes vs CLEP test

    cfcgogo replied to Copperismydog's topic in Online Distance Learning

    This string is old but just want to add my 2 cents: I am very pro-CLEP. Here is my story: Several years ago, I was working on a liberal arts degree and transferred from one university to another...

  13. Excelsior LPN to RN

    cfcgogo replied to Helper-T's topic in Excelsior College

    I would like to know if anyone has successfully used any free Google library (or other free or inexpensive online library) textbooks to study for Excelsior nursing exams. This would be besides your...

  14. I am wondering if anyone has done a L.P.N. to R.N program online?

    cfcgogo replied to Conz6305's topic in Online Distance Learning

    As of July 2013, Excelsior graduates ARE eligible to practice in Maryland with 1000 of post-licensure clinical experience. According to Excelsior, some states have additional requirements for...

  15. LPN to RN Distance Learning in Virginia

    cfcgogo replied to hokiegunns's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Virginia WILL accept an Excelsior credential IF you have 960 hours of practice time in another jurisdiction. You can gain those hours through a federal job or if you happen to be close to DC, this...

  16. LPN to RN online school? Need help finding one?

    cfcgogo replied to lynnie88's topic in Online Distance Learning

    This discussion strand has more/better info than I have found anywhere else about distance options. Thanks very much to those who have shared tips, especially about LCC, Hutch and Athabasca. Any/all...

  17. Looking for a good online LPN to RN program

    cfcgogo replied to dkoss854's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi Dave, I have been researching similar options for months. From what i have found, Excelsior and ISU (Indiana State) are the only two that can be completed almost entirely at a distance. NDSU has...

  18. HELP LPN to RN ONLINE only

    cfcgogo replied to hemillek's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for posting about the NDSU program. This is the first I have heard of it. For those of us struggling to find a program, it is nice to know that this alternative is out

  19. LVN-RN online School in Maryland

    cfcgogo replied to seban4me's topic in LPN to RN

    I have researched each of these programs. In case it will save others time and effort, here is a "status report" of what I found: Austin Community College – web site says nothing about a distance...

  20. ISO advice re best work experience for EC RN program

    cfcgogo posted a topic in Excelsior College

    Hi, I am an a recently licensed LPN starting my RN at EC. The hospital where I have worked as a nursing assistant for several years does not employ LPN's so I will be looking for a new job. As long...