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Is that so? I figured that having the shiny "Level 1" would look better on a resume down the line. More practically speaking though, since there are a lot less Level 1's, it helped me narrow down the number of places to look at applying to.

Thanks! I will repost over there. From talking to people it is so surprising to me the different lengths of internship programs. Some are 6 weeks.... some are 6 months! I was also surprised that one of the hospitals only hired 5 new grads in their ER each cycle. Lots to consider!

I'm graduating from BSN school in December and am trying to narrow down places to apply. So far I am looking at Sentara Norfolk General and University of Virginia since they are easy to visit, magnet rated, and are level 1 trauma centers. Anyone have any experience with either place or can compare the two? I'm also willing to move anywhere... someone brought up University of Colorado. Or if you have suggestions on how appropriately prepare (a nursing manager recommended to get a copy of Sheehy's emergency nursing). I think I can see the light at the end of the tunnel and it's giving me lots of energy! THANKS!

Option 2 because... A&P 2 & Micro both deal with immunology, so the classes reinforce each other. Keep in mind that all these Bio classes have Labs so the workload increases more than what the credits which suggest. -Phil

If you failed because you slacked off or "life got in the way", then take some time off and reevaluate. If you simply struggled with the information, you need a change of strategy. Different school, different teacher, study partners, etc. Determination trumps talent most percent of the time. If this is something you desperately want, keep going and have no regrets. If nursing just sounds like a nice idea, then there's something to be said for not wasting your own time. Either way, best of luck. Phil