Whermykeyz

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  1. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Badge? You mean school ID? No pictures are taken at orientation. It's 3 days of basically 'lecture'. You'll be given a folder with paper work, take notes & pay attention. Don't take a lot stuff,...

  2. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    Def talk to the business office. It happened to me my first year & again for this summer semester. I had signed up for the Fall classes back in March/April & for a summer class, my bill came...

  3. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    Some hospital won't allow you on the floor if you're not covered. Seeing how they haven't posted sites yet (we all probably won't find out until 1st day), I would shop around for insurance soon or if...

  4. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    You are required 3 hours of lecture, 2 hours of lab & 6 hours of clinical. It should all be on the schedule. Our first year was a cluster F&*k but they seem to have things in some order now....

  5. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    You should see clinical & lab dates & times on the ccc website. They do have limited Saturday clinicals but they do fill up fast. You are required to do 6 hours clinicals and 2 hour labs every...

  6. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    Funny, that's exactly what they told us last year after our due date got pushed back again & we still didn't find out till July. Hope she sticks to her word this

  7. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    If you have a best friend, I hope they are understanding that they will be replaced for some time. From my understanding, the summer bridge program is 2 semesters crammed into 2 months. I don't know...

  8. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    I overheard there were not enough qualifying applicants & the date was extended to allow the summer BNA program to apply. They are basically pushing it as far back as they can to get the "cream of...

  9. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    Yes. The classes are up now if you want to take a look at what's available for you. Most clinical sites are not locked in yet, but at least you'll know what to

  10. Malcolm X College Chicago Nursing Program 2016

    Whermykeyz replied to jfern123's topic in School, College Programs

    You can apply to both. Once you get your acceptance letter you choose which seat to accept & what

  11. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    If you're going into this thinking it's going to be rainbows and sunshine... you're in for a rude awakening! But I agree, you'll come across some of the most passionate people that really do want you...

  12. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    No, the program is not organized. There is always changes and they are usually last minute. First semester was a sh*t show. Don't blame faculty tho, they are as clueless as we are and get sprung with...

  13. Did anyone apply for the 2017 Fall Nursing Program at Malcolm X?

    Whermykeyz replied to kelders's topic in School, College Programs

    Hey all! word of advise... DO NOT COUNT ON ANY DEADLINE TO EXPECT NOTICE IF YOU'VE BEEN ACCEPTED OR NOT! I am currently on my second semester and let me tell you, I gave up on trusting any date they...

  14. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Or maybe the hardest part is passing the

  15. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Don't be discouraged. I think the hardest part is getting thru the program as opposed to getting into the program. But I do warn you, I spoke to a few individuals before and after we took the TEAS...

  16. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    FYI, you can always check this semesters schedule on the portal & get an idea of how things will be in Spring 2017. They might have switched things around, yet

  17. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Yes, I completed it at Malcolm X. Originally I was going to go to Wright, but decided to go to Malcolm to get to know the staff and new building better. Since the ADN program will be at Malcolm, I...

  18. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I completed the BNA course this Spring & got my certification in late March/Early April. Its only an 8 weeks course. Studied for the TEAS for a good month and a half & did well enough to be...

  19. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    the only classes you are required to have in order to apply for acceptance into the program are: Math english chemistry Bio 121 & your BNA certification you have to have completed Biology 226, 227...

  20. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I had to triple check my clinical. St. Bernard's isn't even an option. So far, my spending tally is 3grand and I haven't gotten my doctors bill or books

  21. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Asking to turn in my flu shot documentation by 8/29 because my clinical is at St. Bernard's. When I spoke to her two weeks ago, I told her my doctor doesn't administer flu shots until September and...

  22. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Anyone else get that email from

  23. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Was anyone able to register for additional classes without being charged

  24. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I think they just got lazy & CC'd us with the Bridge program. Geez! Com'on Malcolm X, at least show some effort that you care. I really hope it's not this stressful for the remaining semesters,...

  25. Malcolm X Fall 2016 (CCCSON)

    Whermykeyz replied to Messy's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Is it my understanding that on-site clinicals don't start until the 6th-ish week of classes, or did I misunderstand