Who is applying to UAH and/or Calhoun Community Collge Nursing schools Spring 2014

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I was wondering who is applying to UAH, Calhoun Community College, or both in the Huntsville/Decatur, Alabama area. I have applied to both schools myself and I am starting to get anxious. I am hoping we can all come together to support and encourage each other and maybe even offer some advice. Don't be afraid to discuss concerns and ask questions, because most likely there is someone who feels the same and at the same time, there might be someone on here who can help. Good luck everyone!

Hey im in birmingham too, was just accepted to the paramedic to rn program starting spring. Gonna be a bit of a drive huh?

Scott

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Hey im in birmingham too was just accepted to the paramedic to rn program starting spring. Gonna be a bit of a drive huh? Scott[/quote']

Will it be like the same schedule for the LPN to RN program?? If so, we might need arrange a carpooling plan! Haha

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more than likely @seelek the new class schedule is up, so you can look on there

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@jporterlpn, thank you!!

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Anyone have any idea what supplies we'll need to buy for school? I'd seen stethoscopes and pen lights in the bookstore at Calhoun, so I assume those will be required. I've heard that the brand the school supplies is not so fantastic though. There were also some white watches... so I'm guessing maybe its a requirement for them to be white if we have them?

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Well if it is a similar schedule Im game, thats a lot of driving!

Scott

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Anyone know what will be covered in Orientation on the 20th?

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Chris,

I went to orientation at Uah already and I was told it's pretty much the same as Calhoun . They went over uniforms(what to get and what not to get), materials needed( pen light, stethoscope, bandage scissors,ect.), how schedules will go(including clinicals), insurance, shots/test needed, drug test/background check and what help was available to assist through nursing school. The floor was open for questions. I might be leaving out some info, but that's the main stuff! Any questions you have, write them down so you won't forget when you get there. This is what I did and my silly self still forgot I had them written down lol! I think the excitement took over that day! Let me know how orientation goes at Calhoun. :)

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So, I see you decided to go with UAH Kissesnhugs. Hope we both like it. It would be nice to stay in touch and exchange resources throughout school and what not. anyone can email me at gmail if you want to keep in touch.

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Chris,

I went with Uah only because of the commute it will take to get to Calhoun daily.(my car is not the best lol) The pass rates at Uah scare me, but I'm gonna go with an open mind and PRAY lol! Also I'm shooting for a masters degree, so Uah would be the fastest track too. I really want us all to keep in touch. It would be great for us all to keep one another updated, exchange info/advice, and even meet for a study session if needed lol. I know that the first semester at both schools are the same and we both take the same HESI exams. So I'm glad to see someone else willing to keep in contact!! :) I'm excited and nervous still !!!

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OMG. I didn't even know we had to take the HESI.....shows my ignorance. If it's anything like the TEAS I think I'll be fine.....

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The HESI exams are WAY different from the teas test. I took it as a requirement to apply for Uah! And to top it off you take it more than a few times. I think you take one for every class at the end of each semester. I thought this was only a Uah thing, but I know someone in the program at Calhoun and she says they take it too. It made me feel a little better about my choice lol! Whats gonna suck is if we have to pay for it each time we take it :(

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