Growing up, no one in my immediate family had a college degree. I challenged myself to break that cycle and to move higher up the educational ladder. I’ve always wanted to be able to control my scheduling and work hours, and believe that with a higher degree, you earn that flexibility. It is my goal to go into management and I am working my way there.
Initially, I had about three nursing schools in mind, but I chose Elms because they have a collaboration with my former school, Quinsigamond Community College, and transferring my credits was easier and much less of a headache compared to if I chose one of the other schools.
At Elms, the faculty is awesome and they challenge you to think critically through your work. The coursework requires a lot of discipline but by taking classes remotely, I can still balance school with my job and being a single mom to children between the ages of 5 and 8. It can be tough juggling school, work, and family, and Elms provides an environment that is very convenient for me for all three roles and still be successful.
Dr. Emily Cabrera, the director of the BSN and MSN programs is awesome. She also is my advisor and I love her personality. She is welcoming and always willing to assist. She makes time out of working hours to listen to your concerns and assist in finding solutions. She is a real deal with adult education and understands the true meaning of work-life-family balance. I know a big part of my success is from my hard work but her encouragement played a huge role.
I am very pleased to have chosen Elms College. It is one of the great continuing education schools that truly pushes you toward your goal. I love the smaller class sizes, which help you get as much attention from the faculty as you need to thrive.
Worcester, Ma.
RN to BSN program
Enrolled in Master of Nursing program.
Works at Amedisys Home Health Care.
Graduated from the RN-BSN program August ‘23
Will be graduating from the MSN program ‘24