I am thinking of trying to be a CNA for awhile to see if I like it.
How hard is the RN exam? My BA is in English. I am worried I will not get into nursing school bc I have only have very basic math/science. Does the job as a nurse involve a lot of math & science on a daily basis???
2006-12-05 15:48:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Nursing involves different duties and one could still fit in somewhere in the profession even without the formal nursing qualification!
2006-12-05 15:57:29 · answer #1 · answered by Sami V 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
At some schools you don't have to take the RN entrance exam you only have to take your certification test and if you are in a good program you will learn everything that you need to know in nursing school to pass the NCLEX. If you go through the CNA program my biggest concern would be if you work as a CNA when would have time to actually go to nursing school. Some clinical require that you be in class 8-5 M-T or Friday. If you are concerned about the math and science courses try taking those during the summer months or at a community college, the teachers there are a little more concerned about you than at a 4-yr college. PS. I see a lot of CNA's who (talk) about going to nursing school and I wouldn't want to see you in that cycle.
2006-12-06 00:10:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just graduated with my ADN in May, and I have a really strong background in math/science. i think it was really helpful for me, but I don't think it's essential to nursing school to have the background. We use basic math daily (college algebra is about the most complicated you'll need), and a good working knowledge of anatomy is key, but anat/phys is included in most two-year nursing programs. Good luck! :) If you're really concerned, you can always take a few classes in the areas you feel are lacking, and go from there. Being a CNA is a good idea, but I'm not sure it's the best thing, because you can form bad habits that are hard to shake, and sometimes it's difficult to come back in a clinical/RN setting with people you've already worked for. Just a couple things to think about.
2006-12-05 23:59:02 · answer #3 · answered by Julia L. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well before you start the nursing program you will have to take the prerequisite classes that you need. I believe an RN needs at least algebra classes, you might not need math skills like that everyday, but they want people who are intelligent enough to figure out those problems in the health field. Board exams can be tough but if youre prepared youll pass. You can do it!
2006-12-05 23:59:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋