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I have a previous degree and am on my third prereq of the five classes needed at CCCCD (had to retake some classes per math/science grades too old). I have a four year old (I'm almost 28) and should be able to apply soon since five of my electives transferred over. I am banking on getting into CCCCD since my company owns Centennial Medical Center in Frisco, and I live in McKinney. I would rather get familiar with the hospitals in Collin County anyway. If you are interested: My company has a CAP program where they pay for your last year of Nursing (supplies, books, tuition) as long as you sign an agreement with them. Also, they are paying all books and tuition for nursing classes as long as you work more than 30 hrs a week. If your schedule now wouldnt allow you to take classes, you could check it out and see if they have any job openings at hospitals you may be interested in. go to http://www.tenethealthcare.com Most hospitals are in Dallas, Rowlett, Carrollton area, but we do have the on e in Frisco P.S. Awesome health benefits too if you need those

Definitely a great place to live! I lived in Bryan for 22 years and went to Bryan ISD. Education is great there since it is so close to the University, so the only difference would be whether you prefer living around mostly students or not. Lived in College Station also during my college years, and no complaints either. I would say College Station Med would be your best bet for jobs, but St. Joseph's Hospital is available in Bryan. Good luck! I live in Dallas now and would trade the atmosphere in a second if my husband could find a decent paying job in his field there. I plan to retire there eventually which is why I am going into nursing!

Do you happen to live near Memphis? Our company Tenet Healthcare owns St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis-Bartlett in Memphis. Insurance is VERY reasonable and ER copays are usually waived if you as an employee go to one of their hospitals for treatment. Lots of great benefits also. Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 5% and they are reimbursing my nursing tuition (every class, even electives) up to $3000.00 a year! For more information if it is an option for you visit: http://www.tenethealth.com (and I promise I am not a recruiter, just one satisfied employee!)