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I am determined to get into the TX Tech nursing program this August for the Abilene site. I have read posts from 2009 (THANKS to txscrubs1, who gave a bunch of info in 09), but haven't found any recent posts from those who have completed the program. I'm just wondering if there are any changes from then. If anyone has completed the program, what hospital in Abilene is used for clinicals? I have read only one individual's study/clinical schedule, anyone else? Is there anyone else who can say how many hours were dedicated to clinicals a week? When are the specialty clinicals that last the entire week? I am living about 1 1/2 hours from Abilene now, but wondering if I should move to Abilene. Also wondering if having a Masters, though in Psych, might give me a few extra points in getting into the program?

P.S. This is my first post. I love allnurses.com, which has helped convince me this past year that nursing is where I belong.

Oh, I assure you I know plenty about the staying up til one in the morning to study freak outs. I graduated with my degree last December and I can say last semester I am probably studied more than I had the previous four years (unfortunately, sometimes my transcript reflects that). I have a Bachelor's in Health Education... which was basically the degree for people who wanted to go into the medical field (until we opened up our nursing school like two years ago). And I have unfortunately had the pleasure of being rejected from 2 other schools I applied to for the fall, so I'm a little more on the pessimistic side of things now. ha. But, I'm still just trying to tell myself that God will put me where He wants me... it's just easier said than done sometimes.

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There's an old saying. The harder I work, the luckier I get. Don't get discouraged. Those rejections are gonna make you dance that much longer when the acceptance letter comes.

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Specializes in ICU.

I don't think I could have said it better than Mr. Sensitivity. Do you have some experience you could fall back on in the interview. I'm just wondering, because you said you just graduated. If not, that could really help you get into the nursing program, or any other. Do you already have your CNA license, for instance? I suppose I'm only trying to encourage you to keep trying, bulk up that application/resume, and try again if it doesn't work out. On the otherhand, they are taking double what they took last year, so you may have a really good chance of getting in!!! Good luck!

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That is a good thing to keep in mind..... When I talked to one of the advisors, she said that she didn't necessarily encourage people to get their CNA licenses before they find out they are accepted. So, I'm playing that waiting game for now. And you know, my resume doesn't look too shabby. I think it is just that I am such a borderline applicant.. who knows? Okay, I'm done with the debbie downing.

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Specializes in ICU.

Waiting is the hard part...patience is a virtue! (So they say.)

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Specializes in ICU.

Did you get the email for interviews? It was sent out today.

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I received an e-mail for an interview! I'm really really excited, but insanely nervous as well.

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Specializes in ICU.

Good luck!!!

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Thank you! Did you get an interview?

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Specializes in ICU.

Yes, on the 26th.

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Well good luck to you too! :)

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Hey everyone!

I applied to the same program and interviewed on the 26th. Has anyone heard anything yet??? I am starting to get nervous!!

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