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1. ECPI in Newport News?

   apeter replied to apeter's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I only had a computer class that transferred. So the pre-reqs that I had to take first were Chemistry and Algebra. There are other pre-reqs within the actual program when you start that you could get transferred in as well. The pace of the classes wa...

2. Resume - Getting Ahead of Myself Here

   apeter posted a topic in General Students

   I officially start my nursing classes in 2 weeks. However, I'm thinking way ahead of the game right now in regards to resumes since I'm doing a career shift. I've been wondering what to do about mine when the time comes. I have never been in the medi...

3. ECPI in Newport News?

   apeter replied to apeter's topic in Pre-Nursing

   So far I haven't heard of anyone that was in my pre-req's getting rejected. Of the people I talked to in those classes, they got in. When I go to orientation on the 8th I'll be able to see who else got in that I don't keep in touch with on a regular ...

4. Advice on ECPI nursing program.

   apeter replied to strawberry621's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I meant to add that I'm in the night program with classes from 5:30pm - 10:30pm. I asked during my interview what clinicals would be like for us in the night program and the director said they'd fall under that same schedule, with some taking place o...

5. Advice on ECPI nursing program.

   apeter replied to strawberry621's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'll pipe in with what little info I do have so far. I just got accepted for Newport News and classes start on the 11th. I took 2 pre-reqs with them though, so I got a taste of what it would be like with my situation. I work full-time and also have a...

6. ECPI in Newport News?

   apeter replied to apeter's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I got in!! Classes start on the 11th I am so excited!

7. ECPI in Newport News?

   apeter replied to apeter's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I should hopefully know by tomorrow if I'm accepted into the program or not. I was told they would make selections by the 24th. I worked full time, managed the household, and also have my husband who goes to school full-time - all while taking my pr...

8. 2015 Nursing School Applicants (all)

   apeter replied to krrbrr's topic in Pre-Nursing

   What classes/entrance exams do you have left? As of Saturday, none! I took my TEAS already and have my Chemistry final this week. I didn't need to take any of the other pre-req's required by my school (ECPI) since I had transfer credits from my other...

9. Nervous about chemistry, what resources did you use to study?

   apeter replied to rnchem's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I studied for my first exam and got a 98 + 2 extra credit, so a 100. I didn't study as hard for my 2nd exam which was a mistake because I got an 84.

10. Nervous about chemistry, what resources did you use to study?

    apeter replied to rnchem's topic in Pre-Nursing

    So far for me, old fashioned flash cards have been my best study resource. I also take advantage of the app Study Blue to see other flashcards from the same courses. My teacher has been great with her instruction so everything seems to be sticking pr...

11. Too old? Too young?? Career? Question:)

    apeter replied to SML456's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Well, I just decided to make a career change. I am 29 and will graduate September next year.

12. Admissions Essay

    apeter replied to apeter's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Thanks RunBabyRN! Now to get all of my thoughts down into one concise essay!

13. Anyone need chemistry or math help?

    apeter replied to Thomas Taylor's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Yes might need Chemistry here! Moving onto week 2 tomorrow.

14. Admissions Essay

    apeter posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    I've been thinking about my essay and I'm not sure where to begin with it. The questions I have to address are 1. Why do you want to become a Registered Nurse? 2. What do you consider to be your single most important accomplishment in life? 3. What q...

15. Hours of Sleep

    apeter replied to studentbear's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Between working full time, maintaining a home and chasing a toddler around.. I get about 7 to 8 per night except school nights since I have class until 10:30 pm.