Penneelyo

Looking back and re-reading my post, I realize how redundant my question may have seemed. I guess I worded things wrongly. Pertaining to your answer; if the nursing program will accept it was what I initially meant. I also wanted to know if there is/was anyone enrolled in the program that could give me some sort of insight... Thank you for actual advice and welcoming btw!:)

Hi all, I feel a little stuck at the moment and I know that I'm going to be adding a little more to this thread that i initially intended, but please bear with me :B i would greatly appreciate some helpful advice from anyone with past experiences. So here is my little ordeal... After many bumps in the road, I am finally getting ready to apply to Nursing school (community college, i can't venture out too far since i have a 1 year old.) this Fall and early Spring of next year. To keep things light, i specifically planned out my previous semesters so I would only 1 need last class(micro,) to take this fall. Since I won't be attending school in the Spring (of 2016) i figured that i could use the extra free time to work and add more points onto my scale. I started thinking about becoming a CNA to gain some experience and sort of get my foot in the door while waiting for acceptance letters. I did some research (trusty google,) and found that American Red Cross offers a 4 week CNA program, then I found out that other community colleges are offering CNA courses as well, but for 12-16 weeks. Is there anyone out there who has completed training with American Red Cross? are they legit? And does anyone advise that i take this 4 week course this fall along with my micro? or would that be too intense? I can take it in the spring when i don't have anything to do, but the deadline for applying is on Dec. 1st and i really wanted it to be added when my points are being calculated. I also haven't taken the TEAS exam, so i need to study for that too, do you think it's too much on one plate? Micro, TEAS, a CNA course, and a 1 year old that is stuck to my boob?? Any advice, greatly appreciated!!