Texas Tech Accelerated 2nd Degree Program 2021

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I’m not sure if it’s too early to start this thread, but anyone on here planning on applying to Texas Tech’s Second Degree program in May?

19 minutes ago, DCV said:

Hello all! I am applying right now and I see that many of you commented on the length of time it takes for Tech to receive all transcripts. Question, do I have to wait to submit my application in order to send my transcripts over? Furthermore, I completed a CNA training where I was in a nursing home for a week. I've also shadowed a couple of nurses. This is sort of the extent of my medical background. I've been a teacher for 9 years and have taught abroad as well. Would anyone know if they accept students with minimal medical experience like me? Your answers would be helpful. Thank you!

Hi! You don't have to wait to send your transcripts. Also, it’s not required to have medical background. I’d super suggest contacting the nursing admissions so you can be sent and watch the webinars that they hold for the next cohorts application cycle and ask the admission counselor questions directly so you can get your name recognized. Also, they change requirements year to year! So that would be super helpful to any people considering applying! I read all of the previous classes allnurses forums literally word for word so many times but I directed questions toward the school themselves since things change! Good luck! 

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Specializes in ICU.

I agree that reaching out to admissions is a great idea - name recognition can only help you! I will also say that medical experience is not a requirement and they do truly seem to take a holistic approach in reviewing applications. If I’m not mistaken, I think we even have a few former teachers in this years cohort ?

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For those given interviews, were you asked to write an essay?

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2 minutes ago, DCV said:

For those given interviews, were you asked to write an essay?

Yes!

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Good luck to everyone who received an invite to interview! 

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6 hours ago, Future__RN said:

Good luck to everyone who received an invite to interview! 

Interviews won’t go out until September. Application doesn’t close till July!

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Where do you submit your BLS certification when applying?

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18 minutes ago, sgonzschuler said:

Where do you submit your BLS certification when applying?

On the application portal. There’s a place that says BLS cert. is there a forum for this years applicants (2022 cohort) made? That would be super helpful for y’all to all chat and help each other with this years app! 

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