I'm applying to the fall nursing program in January. I'm super excited but I still have some unanswered questions. I tried calling the Nursing Dept at the South Campus and left a message but have not heard a response.
I'm trying to find out what teas version they are testing with in the spring for fall entry. I have read tons of threads from TCC for the past few semesters and it is nice to start a new one for nursing hopefuls like me.
I'm taking Micro in the fall and getting a math class knocked out for BSN. Anyway, hope to get some responses.
I really hope they do not switch to the HESI, I don't want to have to study for another entrance exam. I really just hope I get in this time around.
I am going to Nursing School because it's something I always wanted to do, but thought it was out of reach for me. Then I realized I can do anything I put my mind to. When my Mom was sick she had a really awsome nurse, and that is what gave me the push I needed to go for it.:)
I really hope they do not switch to the HESI, I don't want to have to study for another entrance exam. I really just hope I get in this time around.
Same here, I'm not the best standardized test taker, Never knew that I can get soooo nervous.
I am going to Nursing School because it's something I always wanted to do, but thought it was out of reach for me. Then I realized I can do anything I put my mind to. When my Mom was sick she had a really awsome nurse, and that is what gave me the push I needed to go for it.:)
I'm also going to Nursing school because it has always been the ONE thing I have wanted to do other becoming a mother. A couple of years back, I was talking to my brother and he put some sense into me and said, "Why do you make so many excuses for yourself?" This simple sentence made me want it that much more and with the support of my husband I went back and excelled in each one of those classes. It is a great feeling of accomplishment :)
i have been reading these posts for months now and have finally decided to post something. i feel like i know the majority of you already! it's super reassuring to know that you guys all share the same unwavering anxious nail biting awaitedness that i do. all your posts have helped me understand alot more about this process.
a little about me....i am planning to apply for spring 2012 semester. i took my teas in february and will finish my prereqs this semester. i just read the post about the hesi and am definitely bummed about the possibility that my teas score will not matter. alas, i shall remain positive.....change that to :)
as for all of your that have applied and are eagerly awaiting your letters, i wish you all the best. what steadfast courage and committed hearts you have. :heartbeat********good luck********:heartbeat
Wow these posts have been INTENSE since I posted yesterday. :)
I will admit.. I feel like the baby of the group. I'm only 22 yrs old (23 this summer) and although I have TONS of college hours, I don't have my BSN yet. Nursing is all I've wanted to do. I have a lot of positive influence too. My mom is a nurse and my stepdad a surgeon (at one of the hospitals TCC goes to!!) my great grandmother just passed away this year and she was also a nurse and wanted nothing more than to see that come true for me too. A lot of my drive is from her.
I never really thought about nursing too much. My old roommate was an RN in the emergency room. She absolutely loved it. I never thought about it really. I guess I never really had any goals or motivation, or really thought that I could do it. I always felt like I would be fine at my current job forever. Well, I really started to see that there is no room for me to move up and my boss actually told me that I wouldn't be able to get another raise during my career there. Soooo, I started thinking I wanted to go to college. I didn't really know what I wanted to do, but I was always going back to something in the medical field. I knew I needed something that would be ever-changing and challenging. My boyfriend mentioned nursing to me a few times. I started thinking about it and thinking about it. He had cancer when he was younger and spent quite a bit of time at MD Anderson. He would talk about all of his nurses when he was there. He remembers all of their names and can tell you about every single one of them. I really started thinking about how important nurses are. I did lots of research on allnurses and other places on the interweb. I talked to a few nurses and here I am applying to nursing school! I guess when it comes down to it, he inspired me and pushed me to challenge myself and to see what I am capable of.
I called and asked about the letters.....lol I know....I just am feeling very anxious! I was told that I should call back the first week of April and they would have a better idea. She also re-confirmed that there were over 300 applicants. I had wanted to know if we would get the letters before summer registration since you now have to pay the day you register. I didn't want to have to register and pay for a class I wouldn't need if I was accepted. I also asked about re-applying for the Spring just in case, and I was told that most things would be the same but they may be switching to the HESi for the Spring 2012 application period....... just thought I'd pass the info along
I've also heard about TCC changing to the HESI for the Spring 2012. Just wondering if the Hesi is similar to TEAS or not. Has anyone taken the Hesi at another school? Any info will be appreciated.
I have been a CNA for the past 8 years and worked for 6 years before deciding to get back to school. The main reason I went back to school is my love for science and how rewarding nursing can be knowing that you are playing a part in someone's life when they are at their lowest point in helping them get better....:-). Definitely didn't want to be a CNA for the rest of my life too.......lol. I am currently a full time mom and student. My husband has been a great support in encouraging me to go back to school as he is the only family I have here.
....@ Loly82 my guess will be April 27 for the letters to go out.
I too hope to get in cause I don't want to take another Entrance Exam. I am a very good Exam taker, but for some reason get so nervous and anxious about entrance Exams. I hope we all get in.
I am guessing April 29th and I have taken the HESI and the TEAS... from my experience the HESI was 100 times easier! I made an A on just about every section.
Thank you Pinaculotta05 for the info on the HESI. That makes me feel better. I honestly wish we all get those letters so we don't take another Entrance Exam. If not, I wouldn't mind taking the HESI though for TCC and use the same score for UTA.
all your posts have helped me understand alot more about this process.
about the possibility that my teas score will not matter. 
alas, i shall remain positive.....change that to :)
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I really hope they do not switch to the HESI, I don't want to have to study for another entrance exam. I really just hope I get in this time around.
I am going to Nursing School because it's something I always wanted to do, but thought it was out of reach for me. Then I realized I can do anything I put my mind to. When my Mom was sick she had a really awsome nurse, and that is what gave me the push I needed to go for it.:)