I am currently in the process of applying to TWU's weekend program for Fall 2012 and I just wanted to start a new thread for any prospective TWU nursing students as well as current students!
For those of you who don't know, TWU has a weekend program for students with a previous bachelor degree in another field. From what I understand, if you are not selected for the weekend program, they will automatically consider you for the traditional program as well.
The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 with the TEAS V entrance exam also required in order to apply..and of course you also have to complete the required pre-requisite courses.
If anyone else has any more detailed information regarding this program, your input is certainly welcome. I hope this thread is helpful for anyone considering nursing school at TWU. :)
There is always a waiting list, some people choose other schools, and some people don't reply that they will accept their invitation to the school in time, so they automatically get dropped. So the next person in line gets it.
Did everyone receive the orientation/vaccine/background check email today? I can't believe orientation is on May 3rd, that was fast! am still waiting to here from a few more schools, but am def. happy to be learning more about the process going forward. Is there anyone else waiting to hear from other schools?
So I have decided to decline the UTA waiting list and will be attending TWU Dallas for the Fall. I am very excited!
Can anyone explain to me the computer competency credit/test??? How do I know if I need to take the test? I am a transfer student and am not sure if I need to get that taken care of.
I recently finished my J1 in Spring 2012!! I want to say congrats to all of those who were accepted. I am sure you are all very excited and overwhelmed. I am sure especially after the orientation in early May.
I just wanted to give a few pointers of the top of my head.
1. Try to read your Assessment and Concepts chapters BEFORE the Semesters begin. Also for Calculate with Confidence.
2. Record RECORD pharmacology lectures and listen to them along with her notes. Dr. Tap is an awesome teacher and very detailed. She expects you to know everything she says and APPLY it. Her questions are based on application. The amount of material may seem on the surface as small but it is in fact a lot. Use the textbook only as a resource. Dr. Tap will teach you how to think about how drugs are used and nurses must be responsible first and foremost.
3. For Assessment, read the chapters that are not covered in the lecture but on the first test carefully. There will be many questions on this test. Especially regarding communication and culture. Also, it is important you know everything about taking vitals on the first test including the errors. Keep the knowledge about vitals in your mind throughout the semester.
4. Concepts is the hardest class for most people to master. Make sure you set aside enough time for each HESI practice test. The HESI practice questions will help you on the class tests. Listen to the lectures and read the book with the ppts. But try to find the best way to study for YOU. Studying for nursing is not like A&P. Almost everyone I knew had to rethink their study pattern. When Dr. McM teaches record her lectures. She is the coordinator of the class.
5. If you have to take Pathophysiology, I know you will be strapped for time. Focus on topic sentences, middle parts of paragraphs, and of course charts, diagrams and images in the book. The books is written ugly, I know. Also, there are quite a few good online resources out there.
Read ahead but, not the first 14 chapters (she says to). Start where her syllabus starts (Brain/Neuologic disorders). She does not test over the first 14 chapters and I did not see any test questions that required previous information from those chapters. The questions are from textbook publishers and are almost verbatim language from the text. Remember pathophysiology is not part of your nursing GPA, but is your overall GPA, and you need it for Adult I + II.
6. Find balance. You will have to pick and choose your battles. And, try to have some fun and relaxation. I know the people at orientation said that, but you need to tell yourself that every day.
7. There are lots of online resources. Validate them first. Tons of online flashcard websites, slideshare, university websites, nclex nursing practice websites. Use these practice when you need a break from reading but need to still study.
If someone finds this useful, please pass it one or post it to the facebook page. I want everyone to succeed. Our group is lucky to have so many great mentors and kind souls at TWU. Paying it forward is the least I could do!
Wow! Thank you for the information, I appreciate it. I'm glad you recommened that we read Concepts before class starts, I was hearing mixed suggestions on that.
Hi everyone! I'm taking Pathophysiology at the Denton campus in the Fall. I was wondering if anybody had their study guide or reviews/rationales? I would love to buy them from you if you do! Please PM me :) Thanks!
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Oh okay thanks so much I guess I'll wait and see