Skippy97

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  1. Was anyone bad at math/ science before prerequisites?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel a bit nervous about my math and science skills going into prerequisites, I know if I really had worked hard in past schooling I would've had perfect grades but I was very lazy. I'm just...

  2. What is it like changing people?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, i have recently accepted a job as a DSP at a group home for disabled adults. I wanted to try it out before committing to a costly CNA program. A lot of CNA duties are included in training. i.e....

  3. What is it like changing people?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Nursing

    thank you both! that really calms me haha Im sure I will be okay as the residents were all wonderful people, I believe I will look past in quickly! thank you

  4. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am starting my prerequisites this fall. I am very nervous, because I did mediocre to average in math/ science throughout high school (then again, i didn't really try at all) but any way, would you...

  5. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yeah I'm the same way, I'm not the greatest at it but when I get it I really love it haha, I will have to get over that fear as you did btw great

  6. American nurse in Europe, specifically Switzerland?

    Skippy97 replied to BA_anthropology's topic in International Nursing

    Lets keep in mind in order to legally work in Europe, you must be an EU citizen, unless you get some sort of visa via marriage or a company asks to employ you. Its very complex, and at the moment the...

  7. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you so much for your advice! how much did you pay for you personal tutor and how many sessions with them to receive that score? Intermediate algebra is the only math requirement but i may just...

  8. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    oh okay, that IS true! thanks for the

  9. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    @prereqtaker89 really? 20hrs a week for an intro class? thats a

  10. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    yeah to be honest, I am fairly good at math IF I TRY and understand the formulas and all, al of HS I achieved late Cs without trying and when i did try and understood i actually loved math and got an...

  11. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    great i will use your tips absolutely why do you think you achieved a C in Bio 1 do you think it will take time for me to develop study habits as well? and is Bio 2 in your school A&P? thank you...

  12. How difficult are Intro to Bio and Intermediate Algebra?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I too am very nervous to start i am worried i won't know how to study so I've been searching youtube as well for tips from previous students, I am okay at math if i try and put effort i do really...

  13. What is a 24h shift like?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I really dont understan how these work. Is it that you are there available 24hs but you have a short break to sleep? Or does it now literally mean 24hs it really confuses me, haha! Thank you to any...

  14. How many hours would you work taking 14 credits?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in General Students

    I'm starting my prerequisites soon, i am taking English composition (3 credits) , Freshman Seminar (3 credits) , intermediate algebra (4 credits), and Human Biology (or just intro to Bio depending) (4...

  15. How many hours would you work taking 14 credits?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Students

    Yeah I have no commitments other than work & school, I just wanted and idea of what others do... thank you for sharing your

  16. University of Bridgeport

    Skippy97 replied to Nikisaun's topic in School, College Programs

    Do you mind posting what your GPA/ TEAs scores were? Thank you!

  17. How many hours did you work taking 7-8 credits?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in General Nursing

    How many hours do you believe are fesible whilst studying for example, A+P2 and ENGLISH COMP2 ? Thank you in advance to the

  18. How many hours did you work taking 7-8 credits?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Nursing

    Did everyone mantain good marks whilst studying and working full time? Thank you for the

  19. How many hours did you work taking 7-8 credits?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Nursing

    I don't r really have any obligations, no kids, husband, etc.. it would just be

  20. Is it a bad idea to go to nursing school right now? (No more shortage)

    Skippy97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have been researching, and from what I am reading it's getting increasingly more difficult for new grads to find jobs, and it concerns me even though I would love to go to nursing school and...

  21. Is it a bad idea to go to nursing school right now? (No more shortage)

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am doing exactly that, just because of my worries of finding a job in any sector of work, I will only be completing an ADN, since it is also very affordable... if it all works out, gen I would...

  22. Should I get my CNA cert during Prerequisites or after first semester of NS?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Students

    Yes, in CT, it is considered equivalent, and thats what I considered as a big point in my decision making, unfortunately the course is very expensive around here, and if i could become a CNA during NS...

  23. Should I get my CNA cert during Prerequisites or after first semester of NS?

    Skippy97 posted a topic in General Students

    The CNA courses in my area Cost from $1000-$1500 So I don't know if it would be worth dishing out that money now for the experience, or waiting till after the first semester of NS?

  24. Should I get my CNA cert during Prerequisites or after first semester of NS?

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in General Students

    The programs near me don't require it at all, and they don't really mention anything about getting CNA cert but I am sure it would benefit. I am working as a waitress, and make pretty decent money...

  25. Is it a bad idea to go to nursing school right now? (No more shortage)

    Skippy97 replied to Skippy97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well I do want to work in health care not in any type of office job, it's just that securing a job after studying is the whole point in even studying, so if in any course of study you have to be...