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  1. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife posted a topic in School, College Programs

    Applications are open for the accelerated track! The deadline is in less than a month. I am currently working on my application. I created this thread to reach out to other applicants and potential...

  2. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    @_future_RN_ The person in charge of the fingerprint is Colleen Slocombe. I talked to her in person last Friday and she said she would enter the info eventually. Since the due date is tomorrow, I will...

  3. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    @NVighetto go there in person if possible! Also email the specific person cited in our official emails from FAU (She replies emails within a day). I am also waiting on the fingerprint part. I talked...

  4. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Congrats @me10

  5. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    hi @Asanti12, I had signed up for yesterday's CPR class at FAU but they canceled it. You can also take it at American heart association (BLS for Healthcare

  6. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Yesssss!!!!!!!Check your

  7. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @asanti12, How many interviewers were there? there was only one interviewer in my

  8. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @me10, I have been checking my emails and NursingCas incessantly. I feel the same way. All the applicants I spoke with were going for the accelerated program. My group was strong and well...

  9. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Thank you! Yea, I have been practicing and trying to keep calm. My interview was scheduled for 8:30am.. Cannot wait for this phase to be over and finally hear a final answer! We got this

  10. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi guys! Countdown for the interview day has begun...... How are you feeling about it? Has anybody ever been to an interview like this one before? Anyway, practicing is not a bad idea Good luck

  11. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    So happy!!! Yessss check your emails! Congratulations and best of

  12. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi, I received the following email on Friday 9/18 @9:56am : Thank you for your interest in Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing. The Admission, Progression and Retention Sub-Committee will begin...

  13. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @mandyrodriguez , NursingCas will eventually verify the info you submitted..However, I believe that once you submit your app, FAU has access to it. You can always call/email FAU's nursing dept....

  14. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi there, Each item (1-5) has a corresponding multiplier. For example, if I remember correctly, the interview (5) has a "0.5 multiplïer". They will take into account your bachelor's GPA (must be...

  15. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    That's awesome, @ABSN1617 ! I am so relieved too! I attended an info session.. I found out the same thing :) Even if our transcripts have not been verified by the deadline, FAU will still consider...

  16. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @ABSN1617 , I called NursingCas this morning. They are currently verifying info from those who submitted their app on Aug 14th. Verification is done by order of submission. They said it could take...

  17. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Thank you @LindseyS ! I also checked and (yes!) the deadline has been extended to Sept. 14th I am on the same boat. I have sent four transcripts.. which have not been verified. You are right. There...

  18. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    @ABSN1617 , thank you! I will try calling that number! @Asanti12, I think nursingcas is extra busy this time of the year. I emailed them and still got no response. When I called, I could not reach...

  19. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    @Asanti12 @me10 @LindseyS They received my transcripts weeksss ago but I waited until today to submit my application....I just realized that even though the transcripts arrived that does not mean...

  20. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hey @LindseyS, Nice previous experiences! Thanks, you were right. I attended the info session and yes, we do not need to complete the work experience, references, and etc. NursingCAS has verified my...

  21. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @LindseyS, I am pretty sure the background check and drug test come after you pass the interview phase. I have a question: Did you submit your previous work experience in the NursingCAS...

  22. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @me10, I agree with you. Take it while it is fresh in your head. Also, they always give you a random version of the TEAS. Maybe you could luck out and get a version that fits your understanding of...

  23. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    You're welcome @Asanri12 . At BC, first you get your AA (1 year and a half) then you can get your bachelor's in one year. Miami-Dade has an associate's accelerated program ( 1yr) then you can move on...

  24. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi, I understand @Asanti12 but I still suggest that you retake the TEAS (whenever you can) in order to increase your score in case you apply to other program. The Z score is in the nursing cas >...

  25. FAU 2016 ABSN Applicants

    Nurse_ForLife replied to Nurse_ForLife's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi @me10, Thanks for replying! The whole process is nerve-racking...Let me know if you need any tips on the TEAS. Keep calm and good