Bootsteuton

Don't try to work during this program. You'll be in class or clinical all day most days and when you're not in class you'll be studying. It goes quick. Stay focused and you should be fine. I didn't work or have a social life, I didn't go to my kids sporting events. I went to class and I studied. The students who tried to work or didn't put school first are the ones that didn't make it through.

Don't be too nervous, you'll be fine! If you want it bad enough and you make studying your first priority, you'll be ok. I pretty much studied every chance I had, but was still able to squeeze in some family/fun time. I am married with two young kids so it's hard, but they understand that this is just what I have to do right now. I think having a strong support system is key to my success. I was able to balance school and family life and get really good grades, so it's definitely possible. I would recommend going into the lab and practicing your skills on your own time to get really comfortable with them. It'll make your skills testing much easier. You have to go in and practice a minimum amount of time, but I would practice more than that. I saw in your previous post that you live on the east side? So do I, I am in Anderson and the commute isn't bad at all.

Congratulations on starting the program! I'm in the cohort ahead of you and just finishing the first semester. It's a great program!

I don't know anyone starting in May, but I'm starting in January and I have a friend who is in her first semester in the program. So far she loves it and has gotten A's on all her tests. Yes, you have to work hard, which is expected, but she is doing great and loves it! Good luck!

Hi! I'm also in the January Cohort. I just asked to join the FB page, great idea to start one! Laurie