http://www.viewpoints.com/Nursing-Schools Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:56:12 GMT Reviews about Nursing Schools http://www.viewpoints.com/Rose-State-College-Oklahoma-review-04652 Rose State College is a great college for a freshly graduated student.  They only offer Associates Degrees, but there are many fields of study.  I, myself am studying zoological nursing..  The Staff is friendly, the professors seem passionate about what they are teaching as... Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:56:12 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Rose-State-College-Oklahoma-review-04652 candygrr1 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Palm-Beach-Community-College-Florida-review-d8f24 Palm Beach Community College is a great school. The average classroom class is very small. The teachers are very competent and very helpful. PBCC provide the students with the tools and equipments to succeed. PBCC has a student learning center that really helps students achieve their best. All in all PBCC provides quality education at an affordable price. —... Sun, 01 Jun 2008 21:36:58 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Palm-Beach-Community-College-Florida-review-d8f24 bellegurl06 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/West-Suburban-College-of-Nursing-Illinois--151793-review-39ef5 West Suburban College of Nursing is such a bad educational experience that you may begin to doubt your choice of nursing as a profession. The instructor turnover is unbelievably high. A small number of the core instructors are competent, but the rest seem determined to intimidate and confuse the students. The faculty may be health care professionals but most are terrible teachers. Disorganization, last minute changes to tests and curricula, lack of guidance, it's a nightmare on a regular basis. Clinicals are totally unsupervised and in some cases very dangerous (psych clinical for example). Maybe this is part of trying to get us ready for real world nursing?? This program is not nurturing in the least. There is absolutely no consideration for trying to support students as they make their way through a tough program...it's as if the staff needs to fail a set amount of students every semester. Lots of students fail out, there's a huge backlog for appeals. There are much better... Sat, 10 May 2008 19:02:39 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/West-Suburban-College-of-Nursing-Illinois--151793-review-39ef5 terrier 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Central-Florida-Community-College-Florida-review-aa8f5 Program can be very difficult to pass but also has a 99% pass rate for the NCLEX. Program is very competitive for entry. Classes are very structured, limited absences are allowed. Clinical experience is throughout community including local hospitals, home health agencies, local schools, Hospice, day cares. Instructors are required to continuing working in a clinical nursing environment while teaching and offer assistance throughout your time in the nursing program. The program is 4 semesters for full time with summers off. There is also a part time that continues throughout the summer so both classes finish at the same... Wed, 07 May 2008 02:01:31 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Central-Florida-Community-College-Florida-review-aa8f5 Packgirl79 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Charleston-Southern-University-South-Carolina-review-0eee6        CSU is a non-denominational Christian university of about 3,250 students.  I graduated from CSU in May 1998 in their first nursing class.  It was a challenging, but fun, program.  It fully prepared me for the profession of nursing, and I passed my national board exam the first time!  I recommend this program... Tue, 06 May 2008 14:49:54 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Charleston-Southern-University-South-Carolina-review-0eee6 BELLASABRINA 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/University-of-NE-Medical-Center-Nebraska-review-68ca4 UNMC was a great school to obtain a bachelors in nursing. The faculity is exceptional and the facilities are beautiful. Having a research center and hospital affiliated with the program helps to not only bring in the newest ideas and technology but also gives it a name that helps with job searches later. After graduating from UNMC I easily found employment and HR recruiters who were impressed with where I graduated from. It was a very well rounded education in both the clinical aspect and the classroom lectures. The organization of the course workload was well organized with the clinical component matching the lecture content each semester. They worked us hard and required an insane number of hours but in the end it was well worth... Mon, 25 Feb 2008 23:52:36 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/University-of-NE-Medical-Center-Nebraska-review-68ca4 artlover 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Summit-Career-College-California-review-7d1b3 I went to this school for along time, and in every semester the school would always be causing drama. Students would be given exams in advance by the own faculty and then acuse the students for cheating, then change the exam to RN levels exams that would make it practically impossible for and LVN student to pass. Even the teachers teaching the class we unable to pass the exams, the is soo much preference and unfair treatment at this school. This school should of been shut down along time ago, and they are constantly being sued.  the Anaheim branch is the school i attended to but the Colton Campus did nothing to imporve the decrepitating schools reputation. If your looking for an LVN school attend to i suggest to look at others school because even though this school might be economic, in the long run you will lose time and... Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:41:16 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Summit-Career-College-California-review-7d1b3 DannyDan 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Ivy-Tech-Nursing-School-Indiana-review-d5150 I am a proud grad of this school X2 - I finished my LPN back in 1985 and with the help of a hospital grant, I was able to complete my RN studies at the same school later on.  ALL my credits from any previous schools were transfered easily.  This school does not make you attend and pay for classes that do not pertain to your field of choice.  They also offered placement after graduation.  Their clinical staff/instructors do not constantly turn over - 5 years later, most of them were still there.  They also more than prepare you for you boards. — Looking for a great place to prepare for your future?  Consider INDIANA VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL COLLEGE! —... Sat, 29 Dec 2007 05:56:56 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Ivy-Tech-Nursing-School-Indiana-review-d5150 loudpaints 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Delta-College-Michigan-review-46342 If you want to make a differance in someones life, then Nursing may be right for you! Delta College graduates some of the most highly qualified nurses in the nation. Their program is hands on learning, at three of the best hospitals in the State of Michigan. Student Nurses get the oppertunity to get experience in a top trauma center, cardiac and Neuro units, a burn unit, just to name a few. If you are looking for a challenge, or a new career, then Delta is the college for... Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:00:48 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Delta-College-Michigan-review-46342 JJGal 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-8c160 I was told that this is a great on-line school. My niece, vivi always wants to get the on-line degree for nurse. But i wonder can she get Bachelor or associate degree from Regency On-line Degree program at Tennessee? Will she get the RN license after this school? How does this school arrange for clinical hours for students? What's the requirement to enroll into the school?... Tue, 18 Dec 2007 01:31:30 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-8c160 cinthy 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-7d9a1 It is a good, intense program. It's great that there is no classroom, unless you are a person who needs a lot of structure. I would say this program is for self directed individuals.  I think it is a good way to move from LPN to RN with minimal disruption to personal and professional... Sun, 16 Dec 2007 17:47:27 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-7d9a1 teaneckwifi 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-6dfa I thought this was a great online school.  You can get your masters really fast, and do it at your own pace in your own home.  You have the ability to schedule your class's around you.  Its not like regular college, its more independent, and you have to motivate yourself to get the most from it.  —... Fri, 14 Dec 2007 05:40:48 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-6dfa Jessicaw07 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-ef43 It is much harder than I thought it would be, but a very good program and very much worth doing. You do have to be able to pace yourself because no one is forcing you to do this, it's all up to you. but with a family or other obligations it also provides needed flexibility, compared with my nursing classes at a technical college, where there was no flexibility at... Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:06:35 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-ef43 rachelhanna 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Palm-Beach-Community-College-Florida-review-cc291 I just finished the two year ADN program and statistics show that our school is above the state BSN program for testing and NCLEX outcome predictability and we are above all other schools nationally for the ADN program!!!!  Long, hard journey, but very worth while.  Close commute and friendly atmosphere. Sense of family with other students. —... Thu, 13 Dec 2007 13:34:04 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Palm-Beach-Community-College-Florida-review-cc291 Tamra-RN 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-0ff51 Its a good place to start your education when you have been out of school for a long time.  Its nice to stay at home and get your education and you dont have to drive to a college and drag books with you!  They are very helpful in finding you a good program to start and will walk you through every step of the way.  Its nice to find a college that can help you with all the steps you need to take to pursue a... Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:52:48 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-0ff51 bethie311 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Lewis-University-IL-review-a4191 This particular school is locatted on a beautiful campus.  Classes are small and taught by excelllent teachers.  Word of caution, tho' - the students are young, affluent and typically have serious entitlement attitudes, they can also be narrow minded.  I am an adult learner in the traditional program and have to deal with high school like issues from my class mates.  However, the faculty and staff are great and really appreciate the diverse ideas/opinions brought to class. ... Tue, 11 Dec 2007 19:06:08 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Lewis-University-IL-review-a4191 susanbarclay 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-66901 This is a great online school. One can obtain their masters in the convenience of their own home(except for clinical hours) and schedule class time around work time. One needs to be a motivated and disciplined learner. You are allowed to be independent in your learning, however the assignment have a completion date. Sometimes, depending on the instructor, they will allow for extenuating circumstances and move deadlines to accomidate your needs (to an extent) Don't try to take advantage of this. I have never utilized it, however I know some students who have at... Mon, 10 Dec 2007 08:53:04 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Regents-Online-Degree-Program-Tennessee-review-66901 tlbuffy8710 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-7d572 Excelsior college is not for the procratinator. It is a self paced program that can be completed as fast or slow as you need or want to go. Even though I lived several states away from Excelsior college help was just an e-mail or phone call away. The staff their were very friendly and never short with answers.... Wed, 21 Nov 2007 17:29:32 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Excelsior-College-NY-review-7d572 wvnurse1 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Purdue-University-School-of-Nursing-Indiana-review-9bdc2 I am currently in the 2nd degree program and will recieve a BSN in August of 08. The accelerated program is fairly new and still has a couple kinks to work out. But if you are ready for an extreme challange, you can get a BSN in 15 months!!! Purdue is more a theory based program so you don't get quite as many clinical hours as other schools but they prepare you for thinking on your feet when you are done. — It is more than intense if you have a family. I am married and have a 2 year old, but it will be so rewarding after. — I recieved a scholarship that covered my books, tuition, new laptop, and childcare for 1 year, from a hospital. The money is out there if you are interested!!! Good Luck!!! —... Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:02:57 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Purdue-University-School-of-Nursing-Indiana-review-9bdc2 amagirl98 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Purdue-University-School-of-Nursing-Indiana-review-f3540 I am currently in the 2nd degree program and will recieve a BSN in August of 08. The accelerated program is fairly new and still has a couple kinks to work out. But if you are ready for an extreme challange, you can get a BSN in 15 months!!! Purdue is more a theory based program so you don't get quite as many clinical hours as other schools but they prepare you for thinking on your feet when you are done. — It is more than intense if you have a family. I am married and have a 2 year old, but it will be so rewarding after. — I recieved a scholarship that covered my books, tuition, new laptop, and childcare for 1 year, from a hospital. The money is out there if you are interested!!! Good Luck!!! —... Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:02:57 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Purdue-University-School-of-Nursing-Indiana-review-f3540 amagirl98 4