Starting LVN program soon need help

[littlemexicanboy]

:urgycld:Hi i am 19 and i want to start LVN school at pacific college in costa mesa. i need help with a couple things. I have read on this website that alot of schools the teachers are mean does that also apply for LVN schools such as Pacific because i cant see my self getting yelled at and all that. Also what is LVN school and what should i expect. I am going to the LVN program and eventually plan to become and RN. also do people think guy LVN's are gay. i also got a problem i tend to blush alot it could be from just sitting in a group of people or just by talking to person. its weird ive had this ever since i can remember so im wondering is there alot of presentations because i blush easily and i dont want that to get in the way of my career. ive tended to miss some days of high school because of some presentations. i would like as much as feedback as possible please.

[BigAnt]

I just graduated LPN (LVN) school Jan. '08. I was the only male in my class. It had it's ups & down. More ups than down.

1. Your wife/girlfriend may get a little jealous becuse you are surounded by women that you may have to call or they may have to call you for help with an assingment. And they will complain about not spending enough time with them because you always have to study.

2. You will makes some great friends.

3. Yeah, you will sometimes get chewed out by the instructor, but it's nothing compared to having to call a Dr. at 3 am in the morning for something.

4. You will meet some great people in the clinical setting. This is the time to sell yourself. Network, get to know each units Nursing Director. This can be the chance to get a good entry level position.

5. Leave any cockiness you have at the door. You are there to learn not teach. Take any criticisims from the instructor and use them to strengthen your weaknesses. They are where... you want to be.

6. Believe me when I say there will be days when you say to yourself, "What the hell am I doing here?" Hang in there it will get better.

7. Finally don't listen to what everyone tells you. No two experiences are the same.

Good luck and I hope you make the right choose. I know I did.

Anthony T., LPN