I'm sure that it's probably waaaay to early for this thread, but I figured what the heck. I have all of my application documents just about ready for submission. Just need to add the self addressed postcard and my check.
My main concern though is my Eng I credit. I already have a BS in Biology. The school I attended rewarded me with the Eng I credit based solely on my ACT score. I was originally going to apply for the Spring 2009 class and as I was reviewing my transcripts, I notice that HCC had not given me credit for Eng I. I contacted the Dean of Student Services at the DM campus about it and he referred me to the Asst Dean. From there it pretty much got ugly. My transcript originally had it listed as CLEP credit but I didn't have any CLEP scores of course. I had transferred several times and was given credit every where I went with no questions asked. Not to mention that I actually already have a BS so you would think that I wouldn't have to worry about any of the general education courses. I told all of this to the Asst Dean and the reply that I got was that the original "college awarded the credit in an unorthodox manner and that it wasn't her fault that HCC had higher standards than the other institutions that I had transferred to." Her email pretty much told me to f off in a not so nice way. It didn't help that I gave her a piece of my mind after receiving such a response. *sigh*
I managed to get my original transcript updated so that it no longer says CLEP. It says "ACT score 28" instead. I had an updated copy sent to HCC along with a letter explaining the change, however HCC has yet to update anything. That was last August. Sooooooo, I will be trotting my happy butt in to see an advisor on Friday and praying like heck that they make the change and accept the credit. Because I already have my BS, I absolutely refuse to go back and take Eng I. I'm not happy at all with HCC's administrative staff, but because I can't find another true evening nursing program that doesn't cost an arm and a leg....I'm pretty much stuck with them. I can't afford to quit my job and go to school full time...if I could I would be doing USF's accelerated program instead. :)
I totally agree, I didn't find it that boring until the end when we split up into the two groups then it was torture!!!! I think we got a lot of useful information especially from the student speaker, she gave us some awesome information and tips. I really wish it wasn't all day long, that aside I am really looking forward to tomorrow!
I left before it was over when we split into groups. I just could NOT take it any more! I know there wasn't much left I just really could not sit there any longer. My back hurt way too bad from sitting in that damn chair all day. What was the so-called "homework"? I didn't hear that. Everything up 'till then was ok, but I only half paid attention after lunch. I got switched to SouthShore like I wanted! SO excited. =)
I am thinking of leaving after lunch today too. I have been in college a lot, am really self-directed and just find a lot of the kind of stuff we did at the end of yesterday pretty boring. She's really sweet and I like that she focuses on positivity and such, but if you are a more mature student, such as myself...the concepts are things I have explored for years...See you there in the am!
I actually really enjoy orientation. I did leave a bit early today, but I would have stayed had I not procrastinated on my work due for my other class. Eek.
On another note just got my landau top and strongly dislike it... But am too lazy to chip it back so i guess I'm keeping it.
Regarding orientation- it was a complete joke and did not provide much in the way of preparation or valuable informaton for the program. The first day you do a drug screen and will pick up a packet with information on books etc and you will fill out a few forms. They will talk about shots, titers, etc and will then try to scare the crap out of you and tell you there is a failure rate of 25% (I'll address this later). Once you leave the main auditorium and go to the break out sessions this is the perfect time to leave- I'm totally serious! If you stay you will be subject to the worst afternoon of pointless games and mind numbing study recommendations (like finding a partner and reciting "I'm a good student" to which they respond "I am too" followed by your response "Yes I know"). Its ok if you stay, I did and then I excused myself for a 3 hr potty break. Look- if you got in then you know how to study and you are already on your game. You should all feel great about your accomplishment thus far. The numbers for Fall 10 went like this: 500 applied. 130 got in. GPA cutoff was 3.4
Yes- the program is going to be harder than anything you've done thus far at the community college level but it's not impossible. Will you all make A's- no, not anymore. Regarding the failure rate- the rule is 5-6 at each campus will not graduate (I'm quoting my instructer here). So why do people fail- they get behind on the reading OR they are taking on too much outside of school (work, family, etc). Look- I'm not saying you cant have a job or family but know that this program is intense and you need to be very organized with your time and method for completing assignments. Here's a sample of the first three days at Southshore: Read 17 chapters (for a test the following week), complete a research paper, complete 2 lab hours, 8 hours of clinicals, and study for the clinical calculations exam the following week- they do NOT teach clinical calculations so you need to purchase a book and learn it before you begin the program- it's not hard but it will take a few days.
Let me finish by telling you that the instructors at each campus want us all to succeed and they will do everything to ensure we do (except read the material for you). I have really enjoyed my time at Southshore and I know my professor is committed to our success.
This is MOSTLY good information...except for the part about you ALL not making "A's"... I am in NPI, a single mother of two with NO family in the state of Florida. I currently have a solid A and intend to keep it that way. IT IS possible...you just have to realize that your priorities must change. It is ONLY temporary, and for any of you that plan to go on to additional programs (especially the more competitive ones)...GPA DOES matter. This program IS intense...you MUST get organized and read/study ALOT of information in a short time. BUT... it can and IS being done, as we speak.
In the time you have left...pamper yourself, enjoy your family and friends, but ALSO...READ/STUDY the Med Calc book (and WORK ALL OF THE PROBLEMS) and READ the assessment and medication administration chapters in Potter & Perry, at least!! If you don't have ANY medical background, ALSO get Medical Terminology for Dummies...or check it out at the library!! It will help ALOT!
Good luck...and just remember that ANYTHING this worthwhile will not come EASILY!!
Hey guys, it has been DEAD on here since orientation! Has everyone signed up for there CPR class? I am taking my class the second week of December just so that I won't have to worry about renewing until after our last semester is all done. Here is the link for the site that I found my class on, it is a two year certificate and it is American Heart Association approved http://www.cpr4uflorida.com/index.htm. I have also scheduled my physical so I can almost check that off my list :) I also went out the other day and picked up all the last minute things like scissors, support hose, long sleeved undershirt (Target has nice ones for $10) I just need my books and patches and I am pretty much all set! I am so looking forward to starting this program and getting it going, however I am not looking forward to not having the time with my kiddos that I enjoy now but it will all be worth it in the end! I will most definitely be relaxing and enjoying the Holidays with my family more then ever this year!
I agree about this thread! LOL I think a lot of ppl got each others email addresses/phone numbers, etc at orientation. I already registered for a CPR class in a couple of weeks...can't wait to get that! I have a couple of things left to get; support hose (since Mrs. S recommended it), scissors, penlight, and another long sleeve undershirt, and I need to order my badge. I'm excited to get my box of books too!
Everything needs to be in by the first day of class from what I understand, please correct me if I am wrong though.
Yes, we have to have everything to Mrs S by the first day of class. EDDjune24, I think you are thinking about the day tuition is due. I remember it being the beginning of December. I have an email in to the Financial Aid manager to see if it can be deferred until Pell pays it....I'll let you all know if I hear back from him.
i thought everything had to be in by dec 9? so if you take a cpr class in the middle of dec it's going to be late...?
if you are at the southshore campus, they would like everything by Dec 9 turned into the person there. The other campus' require it all before the first day of class
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I totally agree, I didn't find it that boring until the end when we split up into the two groups then it was torture!!!! I think we got a lot of useful information especially from the student speaker, she gave us some awesome information and tips. I really wish it wasn't all day long, that aside I am really looking forward to tomorrow!