What classes should you take in high school if you plan on going to nursing school? That’s a common question we’re asked by aspiring nurses who are still in high school. It’s never too early to start preparing for nursing school, and in this article, I’ll give you some tips on how you can prepare right […]
Nursing School Prerequisites
Nursing School Prerequisites: Before students enter a nursing program, there are a lot of things he or she should do to help prepare them for their educational journey. This section contains articles to help nursing students prepare for this journey. Whether a potential nurse is in high school, or in their 2nd year in college, these articles are written to better equip the student with resources, experiences, and tips. Use this section to learn necessary classes to take, steps to take before applying to nursing school, and more. If you are considering a career in nursing, make sure to also sign up for our newsletter for the latest tips and resources.
6 Tips for Pre-Nursing School Students | Advice on GPA, Applying, and Entrance Exams
Is your major pre-nursing and your planning on applying to nursing school? If so, while you are a pre-nursing student taking pre-requisite courses, there are somethings you can be doing to help prepare for nursing school. In this article, I am going to give you 6 tips on how you can increase your chances of […]
Nursing School Sample Weekly Schedule with Clinicals & Lecture Classes
What type of weekly schedule can you expect during nursing school? In this article, I am going to give you a sample weekly schedule I had during one semester of nursing school. It will help give you an idea of how busy you will be and what to expect when dealing with childcare for your […]
I’m a CNA & want to be a RN | What Pre-reqs do I need for my RN & can I do this Online?
Forum Post: What Pre Reqs do I need for my RN, and can I do them online? I am currently a CNA and I want to further my education by becoming an RN. I want to see what I need to do in order to start this. -Amber Amber, Thanks for your questions! They are […]
How to Prepare for Nursing School while in High School
You can never start preparing for nursing school too early, especially while you are in high school. High school is a great place to start prepping and planning yourself for attending nursing school. You will want to start asking yourself “Where do I want to go to nursing school?” and “What are the educational requirements […]
Am I Smart Enough for Nursing School?
Did you know that many people choose not to go to nursing school because they feel they aren’t smart enough?! In addition, many people who are in nursing school consider dropping out because they feel like they aren’t smart enough. I think one of the reasons for this is because of the reputation of nursing […]
Prerequisites for Nursing School
I am wanting to start a nursing program and the deadline to apply and have everything completed is August 2015. I already have a bachelors degree in an unrelated field so the required classes to apply I am taking now. I have 7 classes left, all are science classes including A&P 2, chemistry and microbiology. […]
Nursing School | Information, Requirements, and Overview
Choosing the right nursing school to attend is imperative to getting top nursing jobs. It is no wonder that so many potential nursing students invest a substantial amount of time and effort into finding the nursing school that offers the greatest number of opportunities to learn new nursing concepts and receive the most opportunities for […]
Nursing School Textbooks: How to get Cheap Deals & Save Money
Nursing School Textbooks: How to get cheap deals on books in nursing school. This article is on how to get cheap deals/save money on nursing school textbooks. If you are a nursing student, you know how expensive nursing textbooks are. Well, if you are not let me give you an idea! For just one of […]
Are Online Nursing Schools Legit? Are they Scams?
One of the growing trends in education is the offering of online degree programs. And I think it is about time! The fact is, people are constantly busy in this age. We have families, some of us have children, we have friends, church, and sometimes even jobs. Traditional colleges and universities can be difficult to attend […]
What is the 1st Semester of Nursing School Like? | What to Expect?
What is the 1st semester of nursing school like and what can you expect? If you are reading this article chances are you are thinking about going to nursing school or you’re going to be starting your first semester soon. If that is the case, I know you are so excited about starting nursing school. […]
Nursing/RN as an undergrad college degree
I am a high school junior who will be applying to colleges in the US within the next year and have a few questions. Firstly, I would like to become a nurse. More specifically, a pediatric nurse. There are many options and routes to becoming a nurse. What I know for sure is that I […]
Is there Math in Nursing School?
Most people dread math and are not good at it. I am one of those people. In high school, I remember being required to take Geometry and Algebra I & II and I hated it with a passion. I was always struggling to get a good grade. So I was really nervous about the math […]
I have a 2.5 GPA Can I Still Become a Nurse?
I’m attending a community college and I should be done with all my classes this coming spring. I went to an adviser and she told me there was no way I will get accept to a nursing school with a GPA of 2.5. She told me I should give up nursing and that is not […]
Are Nursing Schools Allowed to Change the Nursing Guidelines for TEAS Test?
I applied for the nursing program in spring 2013 and took the TEAs test in November 2013. I scored below the required score for that school. On the 2013 application guideline, it stated that students who score below the required score only need to take a course to be in the RN program. In December […]
The First Two Years of Nursing School
What are the first two years of nursing school like and what are the classes did you have to take? -Jackia This question was asked in the nursing forum section.
Do you have to be a RN before you get a BSN | ASN vs BSN
Do you have to be an RN before you go for the BSN or can you take the pre-requisites that are required for the ASN and apply for a BSN program?? Thank you! -Eman This question was asked in the nursing forum section.
Can’t decide on Nursing Degree | Should I get my ASN or BSN?
I googled and googled about my question and found this site, hopefully you guys can help me decide what I should do. I am a full time college student at a 4 year university on the pathway of getting my BSN. I just recently transferred from another 4 years university so that I could apply […]
What are Your First Semester of Clinicals in Nursing School Like?
What are your first semester of clinicals in nursing school like? That’s a great question that most nursing students ask. Nursing school clinicals are a great learning experience. They give you a taste of what nursing will be like and will help you realize if this is what you want to do with your life. […]
I decided to Switch from Teaching to get into Nursing School
I was originally going to school for teaching almost done with my associates and decided that I am really interested in becoming a nurse. My problem is I have no actual science courses. I have been really discouraged because I have been looking into schools and wondering if I could just take the science courses that I need. I […]
Struggling and I am not even in Nursing School | Will I make it in Nursing School?
Hello all, I am 30 years old, married, and a mother of 3. I know it sounds cliché but I have wanted to be a nurse for the majority of my life. I have an Associates in Biology, and am 10 classes away from my BS in Public Health. I am in California and all […]
PAX RN vs Hesi A2 | What is the Difference?
What is the difference in these test. I have looked at two nursing schools and both want different things. One gives the PAX RN which gave me a copy of my scores and the other school requires the hesi a2, however I am not sure how they differ from each other. Don’t they ultimately say […]
How Long Does Nursing School Take?
I am thinking about pursuing a nursing career. I have already looked into becoming a LPN but it doesn’t seem to pay much and the LPN jobs are not as abundant as RN jobs. Plus, I want to work in the ICU because I love high pace atmospheres and the ICU seems to have that. […]
Do you have to complete your General Education to get a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing?
I’m 16 and want to get a start on nursing. I am going to study to be a Labor and Delivery Nurse. But, do I have to do my General Ed in order to get a Bachelor’s? -Kshay
How did you Study for your Nursing School Entrance Exam? Taking the HESI A2 next month
So next month I am taking the HESI A2 entrance exam and I have not studied. I figure it won’t be that hard. I did really good on the ACT. I scored a 26. I have heard that the HESI A2 is like the ACT. Is that true? I am sort of freaking out because […]
What are Nursing School Clinicals Like? Do You Get Paid for Clinicals?
I am currently a freshmen in my second semester finishing my pre-requisites before I apply to nursing school. I will apply to the nursing program the last semester of my sophomore year. So EXCITED!! I was wondering what clinicals were like in nursing school? Like what do you get to do, how are the hours, […]
Nursing Classes | Course Load in Nursing School & List of Nursing Classes
Nursing classes provide skilled training along with supervised hands on clinical experience. Those entering the field of nursing have a wonderful career ahead of them. Becoming a nurse allows everyday people to become heroes by helping others live long, healthy lives. Nursing courses may consist of Pharmacology, Nutrition, Microbiology, Human Anatomy, Chemistry, Nursing Science, and […]
Nursing Clinicals | What are Clinicals in Nursing School?
Clinicals: Overview and Definition Nursing Clinicals: What are clinicals in nursing school? That’s a great question many nursing students have upon being accepted into nursing school. You get clinical experience while you are in nursing school. Whether you are studying to be a LPN or RN, you have to go through nursing clinicals. At most […]
NLN PAX-RN Exam Study Guide for Nursing Students | Entrance Exams for Nursing School and How to Study
The NLN PAX-RN exam is an entrance exam that pre-nursing students must successfully take and pass before they are admitted into nursing school. NLN PAX-RN is short for National League for Nursing Pre Admission eXamination. Many nursing schools require nursing students to take some type of entrance exam whether it is the NLN PAX-RN, ATI TEAS, HOBET, HESI, […]
Nursing Scholarships | Scholarships & Grants for Nurses
Many nursing scholarships, nursing grants, and nursing loans are available to help finance a nursing education. Before even thinking about a nursing class, it is necessary to determine how to make the dream of earning a nursing degree possible. Deciding to attend nursing school, is a major career decision which will bring you satisfaction not […]