Career questions tagged nursing-education
Failed a course twice, what do I do?
I want to go back to school again. I didn't know or recalled after such a long time ago (more than a decade ago) I have taken a course twice and didn't quite pass to the grade that the colleges I applied to require. I want to become a nurse. The passing grade in the colleges I applied to require C and higher for the pre-requisite courses. I had a minus C grade on psychology twice. I do not know what to do at this point. I feel I suck and I've been feeling this way since before last Christmas. It's getting hard to accept facts that I may never become a nurse now. I tried contacting and personally tried to talk to the nursing department at my school but I got bad news that I will not be accepted into the nursing program with a failing grade in psychology. I did not know that all nursing programs were this competitive. I began spiraling and got very emotional. In my head a month a later after feeling just a teeny bit better I started to think about what other careers I may study. The reason why I am writing this post is for advice. Like what else can I do? Are there any other health professions that I can do other than nursing even with these two low grades? I do not know who else to talk to about this. I tried friends, coworkers, anyone at this point and they all say "I'm sure you'll figure it out.. just give it time" or something like that along those lines. I spoken to advisors of the college I applied and got admitted to, got my transcript evaluation, and came to bad news as well. I currently applied to another college. I am waiting for a response from admissions office to see if I got accepted or not and WILL definitely talk to an advisor there too. I still have hopes but do you guys think I should just drop it and just accept the fact that I will not be a Registered Nurse at all? I know that I should but that feeling of wanting to be accepted still lingers. I do not know what to do at this point.
What is some important information for a first year nursing student?
What is the best advice/tip you could give a first year student going into the nursing program? How would a student prepare for the final exams for nursing efficiently?Spring2025
What field trips to have for my health care club?
So I'm in a club for future healthcare workers, and I don't know where to plan the trip to. Are there any good places to travel to near Houston/Beaumont healthcare-related?
Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?
Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?
What apps are the best to use (Apple based) for studying, recording lectures, etc if going to college for nursing?
I'm going to study nursing in college and potentially proceed onto a PA degree. What are great apps that help study, make notes, and prepare for tests? #Fall25
What kind of jobs should I look for if I want to work in the nursing field with babies or younger children?
I am a freshman this year in college. My major is nursing, but I want to go into the field of nursing with babies. #fall2025
As a first gen attending college what are some tips for college?
I am a 17-year-old attending high school soon to graduate and I need some pointers on what to expect as someone that has no guidance on what to expect from college, I've chosen to pursue a higher education and to help make a difference in the medical field. Any advice would be helpful. #college-advice
What's some advice for new nursing students?
What's something a student starting a CNA program should be aware of? How does it compare to starting immediately as a nurse? Any advice?
Are there any nursing majors at USC Upstate that can offer advice on how to tackle nursing school?
I'm a current high school senior and just accepted my college offer from USC Upstate. I plan to become a NICU Nurse or Trauma Nurse. Are there any nursing majors at USC Upstate that can offer advice on how to tackle nursing school? Best study habits and groups I could join?
How did you balance school, work, and life, while still striving to achieve your goals ?
I am a high school senior entering nursing school and am worried about burnout, but I hope to achieve big things. Canyou help me out?
What is the best way to study for nursing courses in college #Fall25?
What is the best way to study for nursing courses in college? #Fall25
Does having a job in healthcare while going through nursing school lead to burnout?
For some context, I've been a certified EMT for 3 years and I'm in my first semester of nursing school now. I left my EMT job for what I'll call a "tangentially-healthcare- related" job recently to work with my new schedule for nursing school. But I feel like I really don't like this new job. I feel like I'm losing skills, I haven't had a patient contact in a couple months, and I feel like I don't do anything; on top of the stress of working full-time while going to school nearly full-time. Do you think looking at PCT jobs at a hospital or clinic in the meantime is a good idea? I don't want to burn out from school or my job, but I don't think what I'm doing right now is good. Thank you for your opinions!
Things I should complete my senior year before I enter the nursing pathway?
Where did you get your clinical experience? How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment? Lastly, How could a senior in highschool gain more experience in this field?
What are low cost or free CNA courses in Maryland that a 16 year old can attend while still in highschool?
Hello I am a 16 year old, soon to be 17 year old in Maryland. I am looking to become a CNA before I graduate high school, are there any cheap or low cost CNA programs that I can attend while also still being a high school student? Online, or in person work. I´d like to get a jump start in my medical career before I attend college to become a RN.
What is a good college program for pediatric nursing in san diego?
I am looking for a good college that has a nursing program that fits my field.
Do you have cna classes to become a Cna online?
Do you offer Cna classes online to get your Cna liscense?
How can I become a Registered Nurse in NYS
I never took an health associate degree back in Bronx Community College. Rather went for digital design. I actually tried to get a second degree there at BCC but my application was rejected due to my grade in PSY 11 being less than it is required to be readmitted to get a second associate degree to become an RN. I tried contacting them to help me readmit to just take PSY 11 again before filling out the form to go for my second degree as a nurse (ADN) but they suggested I go to Lehman College for my BSN. I honestly feel for BSN I should be an RN already? I feel I'm given many obstacles here and cannot find solutions. What can I do to get a licensure as a nurse in NYC? Do you advise I get LPN before becoming an RN? What are some schools with programs such as this? Can be CUNY or SUNY schools. Not private.
What can I do after 12th grade to prepare for a medical department?
I get 82 per marks in 12 science
How to see if my old CNA license is good ?
My name is Tiffany and I have over 10 yrs plus experience in the healthcare/home health care fields..i want to further my education so I can help the elderly in there homes not just as a aid/CNA but as a traveling physical therapist..it sounds exciting to me
What are some ways to help build emotional strength for going into the trauma nursing field?
Hey y'all! I'm currently a high school senior who's going into nursing, specifically trauma. I currently have my EMT certification so I have seen something but I know I haven't seen the worst. One of my concerns going into this field of nursing is how am I to cope and comprehend some of the things I see and how can I start now to help build my emotional strength to these things? I am an avid church goer and like to believe I'm relatively strong already. Any advice would be welcomed! Thank y'all so much!
As a senior who is starting nursing school in the fall, what would you say is the biggest piece of advice for an incoming freshman in an accelerated nursing program?
Thank you for taking your time to read this! Any information will be helpful, even study tips!
How can I set myself up for success to become a labor and delivery nurse right after graduating? #Spring25
I am a non-traditional student starting this summer on the path to earn my BSN. I would love to go directly into labor and delivery nursing after graduating (with a goal of becoming a travel L&D nurse after I get some experience) but is this a position that a new nurse can be hired into and what can I do to best set myself up for success to be able to start in this role? #Spring25
What's the best scholarships for PA Nursing Majors ?
I've applied and gotten into over 10 colleges but they all cost some money so I've gone to Niche.com, filed my FAFSA. There is a 5k dollar PA state grant that requires you to stay in PA for 5 years after you graduate, Fastweb.com, and do research for scholarships on the school your going to so you can find out everything available to you, because college does cost.
What is your best advice for a person studying for their BSN Are there any great study tips??
I am a Christian, Hands-on learner mostly, studying in SC, want to eventually become an NP.
Are they any Nurse Practitioners in this community that has opened their own clinic or business? #Spring25
As I begin this new journey of nursing starting in the fall it has allowed me to become introspective of my "Why" and the purpose of why I want to become a nurse and how I can make the most difference. I want to eventually open up my own clinic or more so a wellness center because I am also a licensed medical aesthetician and I want to bring bring both careers together as a business. I also want to provide care to women in underserved communities which is why I want to get my masters as a nurse practitioner to make the most difference .
What is the best tip for getting through nursing school?
How can I study in a way where I retain the information, and what website/books/sources helped you through nursing school? Is there anything you regret putting time into study wise (that didn't work)?
What personal qualities are employers in healthcare looking for?
I am a nursing student looking for more experience in the healthcare field.
How are nurses today, or even students in school, affording their education and managing the loans that they accumulate trying to get their degree? #Spring25
im extremely passionate about becoming a nurse I just want to know how others that are in school or freshly out of school handled the education cost of becoming a nurse.
Why is chemistry for nursing students for hard?
I have taken chemistry classes over this year in my semesters, going to SI meetings for better understanding and tutoring as well. Any tips for understanding chemistry and organic chemistry.