Single parenting and nursing school

[Call-a-code]

I believe there are some weekend colleges who offer nursing programs. You might consider getting a job at a hospital with better hours like 12 hour shifts so you only have to work 3 days a week. Good Luck.

[PaulaJo]

You can also do a lot of classes online.

Have you spoken to your church family? I volunteered to babysit while one of the young mothers at our church went to classes.

[tracylynn]

Good afternoon everyone I was wondering if you could please help me. I am a 31 yr old single parent of a 4 year old son. I recently recieved my diploma as a Medical Assistant, but my desire is to become an RN in the Neurological field. The only family I have here is my church family and a few close friends (I am very picky about my inner circle). I also work a full time job at a Dr's office (mon-thurs 8-6, fri 8-2). I have GI Bill benefits, military retirement, and a child support check I receive every month. How can I become a nursing student? Where do I start?

[noc_owl_]

I think many, if not all, of your pre-requisites for the nursing program you can take around your work hours part time. That is what I did, I was a single mom when I started going back to school. I took a couple evening classes each semester, and I was lucky to have a couple close friends to help me out with babysitting. (I don't have family nearby either)

I don't know of any schools in my area that cater to working folks for the nursing program, they are all M-F day programs. But I don't live in a big city, so maybe if you do, there will be other options. There were several working moms in my class, some worked weekends and nights while going to school. It is hard, but can be done, although it is much easier if you complete all of your pre-reqs before starting the nursing courses.

Good luck! Just be persistant, and it pays off in the end!

[noc_owl_]

Oh, I guess I didn't really answer your question, sorry. Start by getting an appointment with an advisor at a local community college that has a nursing program. They can tell you exactly what you need to do to get started, and what classes you will need to take.

[Peachy Keen]

This is my first post (and first visit to this website) but when I saw the topic I had to reply. I am a 29 year old single mother with a 5 year old son. I will graduate June 15 with my LPN. I started taking my pre-requesites Fall Quarter 2005, going two evenings a week and every Saturday. I finished those and got accepted into the program for Summer 2006. Taking the pre-reqs in evenings and on weekends was really helpful because I was still working full-time. I took all my pre-reqs and the LPN program at a smaller technical college; they have more options and are much more encouraging than a large university that is nearby. My son goes to a daycare center that is open until midnight and on Saturdays if needed. (I didn't have him there until midnight but he was there past dinner a few times). The LPN program I'm in is full-time for one year, so I worked at his daycare center in the evenings to have time with him and earn some money. Also try the Excelsior program, it is all online courses. Your clinical final is a weekend at a nearby hospital. Whatever you do, don't give up your dream. If I can do it anyone can. It takes dedication from you and your child, but it will be so worth it. Good luck and God Bless you both!