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1. NP Programs

   livimo replied to nursingstudent22's topic in General Students

   Of course! I was in your same position not all that long ago. I’ve done so much research on this, and I’m happy to share what I know. Good luck making your choice!

2. NP Programs

   livimo replied to nursingstudent22's topic in General Students

   So I wrote out a whole reply and then figured I was just kind of saying the same thing over again, so I deleted it LOL. I recommend reaching out to an advisor at a nursing school and seeing if they can go over the differences for you. Maybe look up a...

3. Scrubs color requirement??

   livimo replied to Kendrer's topic in General Students

   Yes. My school requires all students to have galaxy blue scrubs, and the styles are restricted as well. They even take it a step further and we have to have our tops embroidered with the school logo. I know some schools can be more or less stringent,...

4. NP Programs

   livimo replied to nursingstudent22's topic in General Students

   I would. I think it will save you time and money going the BSN route especially if you find an accelerated program. Accelerated programs are for people who hold prior degrees in other fields. My program is only 11 months long. The higher practice pro...

5. NP Programs

   livimo replied to nursingstudent22's topic in General Students

   I really don't see any point in getting an entry level MSN. I have a BA in another field and still chose to enroll in an accelerated BSN program. It was way cheaper than an entry level MSN and still provides the same education and opportunities. Ever...

6. Stressed/anxiety

   livimo replied to Toaster2k18's topic in General Students

   Improved time management will greatly reduce your stress. You say you have a lot of things due soon and it stresses you out when you think about it. Have you sat down and written it all out in your planner? Have you made dedicated time slots to work ...

7. Going into nursing school with young children at home

   livimo replied to kristenjdean's topic in General Students

   So I haven't started nursing school yet (I start my ABSN program in January), but I wanted to chime in. I have 3 kids (4 years old, 3 years old, and 10 months old). I've found that you just make life work. If you want something enough, you just do it...

8. Portage or Straighterline?!

   livimo replied to Zule's topic in Pre-Nursing

   It will vary from state to state and school to school which is why you'll have to ask around at the ones you are interested in. I will say that out of the 10+ nursing schools in my area, only 1 or 2 do not accept online prerequisites. It's just the w...

9. Portage or Straighterline?!

   livimo replied to Zule's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'm halfway through A&P II with Portage. I also took A&P I with them and will also take Microbiology. I love it. The courses are self-paced so you have to be motivated to get your work done. I finished A&P I in 8 weeks, and I'm currently ...

10. ABSN or Direct entry MSN?

    livimo replied to yjsheen's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I recently went through this same debate. For me, the ABSN made the most sense. The program was somewhat cheaper, and it allowed me to get into the workforce to gain experience faster before applying to CNM programs (my chosen advanced nursing pathwa...

11. Looking for a reputable online Anatomy and Physiology courses

    livimo replied to Sgates99's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Look into Portage Learning. I'm half way through A&P II w/lab with them, and I really like it. I'm learning a lot, and I love that the course is self-paced. Make sure you check with your school to make sure the courses will be accepted. I emailed...

12. Microbiology course online?

    livimo replied to Amethya's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Portage Online is a good option. I'm taking my last 3 prereqs with them, and I'm happy with it. It's very comprehensive. The courses are self paced (must be finished within a year of starting), and the instructor is very quick to grade and respond to...

13. Portage Learning courses and Rasmussen

    livimo replied to BrownG's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I can't answer about Rasmussen specifically, but I don't think you will have any issues. The advisor at the school I will be attending for my BSN was very familiar with Portage and said the courses will be accepted, no problem. That seems to be the c...

14. Better to be an LPN than not a nurse at all?

    livimo replied to livimo's topic in General Students

    Very true. I have a friend that works in an OB office and she loves it. The hours, the pay, the fact that the practice is privately owned... She said that if becoming an RN right away isn't an option, then I should try going that route for now. Appar...

15. Better to be an LPN than not a nurse at all?

    livimo replied to livimo's topic in General Students

    This is what I wanted to hear. While considering my options, I just want to know that becoming an LPN first has value for a potential RN. I know that some people become an LPN with no intention of ever becoming an RN after (and I think that's great! ...