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  1. Gateway CC LPN Spring 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    Has anyone been accepted to the Spring (Day or Evening) LPN cohort at GWCC? Are there any recent graduates out there who can describe their experiences? I decided to take the LPN route to save money....

  2. Gateway CC LPN Spring 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    It's possible that there is a waiting list. I applied in April 13' and started January 14'. I waited one semester. However, there were people who applied in November 13' and started in January 14' as...

  3. What is your grading scale?

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to smoup's topic in General Students

    Here's our grading scale (Gateway Community College - AZ): 92% -100% = A (299 - 325 points) 84% - 91% = B (273 - 298 points) 76% - 83% = C (247 - 272 points) **A minimum score of 76% average on...

  4. Anyone know of any good online lpn courses?

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to nthompson24's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Before looking at an online LPN program, I would check with the state Board of Nursing. It would be a shame for you to spend money for a program and not be able to sit for your boards. I know here in...

  5. Newly Licensed LPN in Georgia saying DON'T GIVE UP!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to gainschool4lpn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I really needed to see this post! I started my LPN program earlier this month and I am SO READY to say screw this! I was not ready for the program to take over my life as much as it has already. I...

  6. Gateway CC LPN Spring 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I don't believe that the classes are the same; however the content is similar. Once you finish the LPN program (as long as you meet the requirements), you can enter in to Block 3 of the RN

  7. Advanced Placement Wait Times MCCD

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    Does anyone know how long LPNs and transfer students have to wait to enter Block 3 of the Nursing program? I have heard many different things. I have heard that some people get right in and others...

  8. well, I did it! Passed nursing school!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to Cmcorley's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!!!

  9. Advanced Placement Wait Times MCCD

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Thank you for replying Crosshatch. In regards to getting accepted immediately, do you mean the following semester? For example: graduating in Dec and starting in Jan? Or do you have to wait a semester...

  10. Advanced Placement Wait Times MCCD

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Thanks opus2002! That's great to

  11. Best Christmas gift ever....I passed the NCLEX-VN!!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to JeanNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!!!

  12. Advanced Placement Wait Times MCCD

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Thanks for the info g33kgirl. I sent you a

  13. Hesi PN requirement

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to Holly.student's topic in Arizona Nursing

    The advanced placement application says: HESI PN Exam: "Applicants may register for the HESI PN Exam at GateWay Community College and/or Glendale Community College (see Maricopa Community Colleges...

  14. handling all the drama...

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to andisayd's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Unfortunately you cannot change other people. This is truly a learning experience! It's preparing you for the variety of different attitudes and personalities you will encounter as a nurse. You just...

  15. Graduation Anxiety!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to YesImVictorious's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats! The end is near . Now, take this time to study for your NCLEX and RELAX! Have a spa day! Get a mani and pedi. Go to the salon and get your hair done. You deserve

  16. Took NCLEX Today..Got the Good Pop Up!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to vintagemother's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!

  17. Work and school...is it possible?

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to stephanie10414's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Although I have not started the LPN program yet, I believe working is doable, but isn't adviseable. Of course students need time to plan, study, and study some more, but in today's society this is not...

  18. Does your lpn school go all day m-f?

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to northmississippi's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I start nursing school in January. After the first two weeks, I will be having lec/lab Mon & Wed 5PM - 9PM and clinicals every Sat 6:45AM -

  19. AHH! Wish me luck!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to quirkystudent's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good Luck and Congrats! YOU GOT THIS!!!! Let us know how it

  20. LVNs/LPNs being phased out?!

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to Mainergal2000's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    They are being phased out a lot of places. In AZ, they're not even hired in hospitals anymore. I heard that in some of the hospitals, the former LPNs were given a certain amount of time (I think 2...

  21. 18 months ago, I began this journey and finally the end is near

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to SWM2009's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats! Once you pass the NCLEX, I'm sure you'll be a great

  22. Roll Call 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to Brucshaire's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I start LPN school on Wed 1/8/2014. Hopefully, I'll be finished the end of Dec 2014. I'm so excited...And I'm happy to have the summer

  23. why are you going the LPN route?

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I hoping to get in to the RN program here in AZ in Block 3. The LPN wait time was only one semester for me. There is currently a 3+ year waiting list for the RN program at the community college. By...

  24. Gateway CC LPN Spring 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    maui_nurse - I am also in the evening cohort starting Spring 2014. Do you know how many people are in our class? mmtorrez89 - Thanks for the blog link! It was very interesting!!!! I'm thinking about...

  25. Gateway CC LPN Spring 2014

    2ndCareer_Nurse2B replied to 2ndCareer_Nurse2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    mmtorrez89 - Where can I find information about your blog? I would love to read