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MKT
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Wed Sep 24, 2008 2:09 pm
Hi I am thinking about doing the fast track nursing degree in Darlinghurst. Anybody else who is either doing the degree or thinking about it? I realise it's going to be hard especially since I have a 3 and a 5 year old - ahhhh. Probably have to employ an au-pair since shifts starts at 7.00 and daycare does not open till 08.00.
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KCW
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Sep 24, 2008, 04:34 pm
Where can you do this fast tracking? what college is it? I would love to do a fast track degree!
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MKT
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Sep 24, 2008, 05:27 pm
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Ronnie
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Sep 26, 2008, 07:22 pm
Just some food for thought. For two years you will be going straight into a new term of 4 subjects back to back and by the end of it I really think the whole thing would be a bit of a blurr. It might be good to get it over with in quick time but personally I think it would be very difficult to complete, especially with children. Uni demands alot of commitment and going back to back terms with a full subject load would be pretty intense. If you ever plan to further your studies (ie Masters, PHD etc) you will be required to complete your degree with a certain GPA. Doing a two year survivor course may not lend itself to good grades (unless you are fairly gifted). Please don't get me wrong, I am 100% for EVERYONE getting into a Uni course but having just completed my three year Ba Nursing, the work load was heavy, coupled with clinical time and life factors, meant at times the stress levels were up there. Consider the time you can devote to study, assignments, research, clinical placements etc before considering a fast track course. Cheers, Ronnie
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lauz
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Sep 27, 2008, 03:02 pm
I think you might be right Ronnie, I am also in the final year of BN, having done my Div 2 first and therefore getting 33% of the degree off. It has still taken 2.5 years, but with a slightly reduced study load in certain semesters. It has been quite stressful and demanding all the same, and there is nothing better than the summer break to take the pressure off and get the batteries recharged - so nice to come home and not have to study for a while!
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lokisare
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Oct 02, 2008, 09:35 pm
I am four weeks off finishing a 2-year course (entered as a grad so not a div 2 and not even science), I wouldn't have done three years and I don't in any way regret the 2 year degree but that first semester was intense, overwhelming, stressful and I don't know what else... we lost a lot of our cohort in that first semester. I think the main thing is there's no time to ease into things, you have to cover anatomy and physiology asap and they cram it in so they can start on pathophys. Then you also have to cover all basics of patient care in the first week because we were on placement in week 3! Anyway I think the course has been good, but it is full on and I admire the people in my course who have managed with kids as well. I'm single and I struggled at times. If you're academically a strong performer this definitely helps, and I would definitely recommend the 2-year route to others but I think some people benefit from the extra time.
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anga23
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Oct 30, 2008, 07:58 pm
Some universities in Brissy are offering accelerated BN courses to knock the course down from 3yrs to 2.5yrs. I think it's a great idea to complete your studies quickly but I agree with Ronnie. A regular year of studies is so full-on already that it's nice to have a break instead of finishing 4 subjects and heading into more without some down time. Nursing's all about continual education where many of the nurses I've come into contact with have post-grad qualifications. Personally, I think it's worth the extra time to get a good GPA & maintain sanity. If you are academically strong and feel you can handle family and uni, it's a nice quick way to finish your course.
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earth.angel
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Oct 31, 2008, 09:56 pm
Hi, I am in the final stages of a Master of Nursing (Grad. Entry). It is a two year course for those with previous degrees (not in nursing) and fast tracks into the profession). It has been non stop....with very few breaks. This year started in Feb and will finish 24/12. It has been good in the sense that it is a quick path into nursing but it has been intense and very exhausting....and with the probs with the new grad program/interviews...we are wondering whether we will even get work??? I have children (x2) as well as working part-time...nursing is what I have always wanted to do....so hopefully I'll feel like it was worth it!!!
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bituin
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Nov 17, 2008, 10:29 pm
to MKT, i am doing the fast track next year (UTAS in sydney)... i am also a parent thus i know where you are coming. It will be hard i know, but just think that after 2 years, it will be finished.
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MKT
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Nov 21, 2008, 08:55 pm
Hi Bitun, Congratulations on your place. UTAS called today and asked me to attend an interview 12th of December. So I am still waiting. Did you have to do an interview? If so any tips...? At least it means I can also ask questions there seems to be many when you have to plan the degree around kids. You are welcome to email me if you prefer.
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bituin
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Nov 24, 2008, 09:09 pm
to MKT, i replied using your email. :)
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polly
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Nov 28, 2008, 09:14 am
Hi i too have an interview on the 16 dec for the fast track nursing degree any tips for the interview please. i have 2 x children too and a single parent and now after reading what everyone has written just makes me more determined that i can do this
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jgoff
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Sep 18, 2009, 03:03 pm
I applied for this course last week and have not yet reiceved any information regarding accecptance or interview. i was wondering how long you both had to wait before you heard something.
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tassiedude
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Oct 20, 2009, 07:40 pm
The course is extremely hard and if you fail two subjects you are kicked out of the course
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misskjs
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Oct 21, 2009, 06:26 pm
I am nearly finished the fast track 2 year BN. It is very intense & you need to manage your time well. The course has some difficult areas & some areas that most people manage well. I hope it is worth it, but I did not get accepted for the new grad program so either I will continue studying and try again or go and do something completely different. Apparantly there are more applicants for the new grad program than there are positions so you have to stand out in the interview over others which apparantly I didn't. My interview skills need polishing. So much for my future in Nursing. Disappointed Nursing student.
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tassiedude
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Oct 25, 2009, 07:37 pm
Once you are registered you don't even need to do a grad year it is optional you can start working as an RN straight away. That being said I have my UTAS Bio exam tomorrow!!!
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Ecco
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Jan 28, 2010, 10:37 pm
Hi Everyone! It has been great reading all your messages. I have just received Offers from UTS and UTAS (2 year fast track/Rozelle). I am really having anxiety over choosing between the two!. I am 38 so I thought it best to do the UTAS 2 year degree and get back working. But now I am not sure as it has been a whole since I have studied etc. If anyone can offer some clear insight on these courses and how they have found them, I would really appreciate it. Cheers Ecco :)
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bituin
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Feb 03, 2010, 09:02 am
Hi Ecco! by now i am assuming you that you have chosen which uni you are going into. How i wished that i have seen your post earlier. Anyway, I am almost in the middle of my 2 year fast track course in UTAS. I got in as a mature aged student. It is hard because you only like get 7-8 weeks off for the whole year. ..yes...there is summer clinical placements which would be equivalent to the 3rd year part of the usual 3 year RN program.
anyway, good luck... stay focused....and dont worry about your age especially when you see your "young" classmates....your maturity and wealth of life experiences will contribute highly to your future success. :)
ciao!
bituin
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Ecco
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Feb 04, 2010, 10:06 am
Hi Bituin!,
Thank you so much for replying. I have decided to go to UTS, I know it will take 3 years but in the end I don't want to rush the experience and feel the 2 year course would cause me too much extra stress. I received more positive feedback about UTS BN and it sounds like a great program.
I haven't been to Uni before, so I thought I would try and enjoy the whole Uni experience as much as it is possible. Thanks again, Congratulations on how far you have already come. I wish you all the best with finishing your studies. Ecco :))
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bituin
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Feb 06, 2010, 02:11 pm
Hi Ecco!
yes i have heard good reviews about UTS. Well, it does not matter if its the 2 or 3 years....the end result is the same right? :)
enjoy the journey! bituin
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