Starting Fresh at WGU: My Nursing Journey & Acceptance Into a Supportive Program (Over 40)
Self-care isn’t optional when you’re 40+ in nursing school — it’s mandatory. Earlier this year, I faced a serious health scare that forced me to take a medical leave of absence from my previous program.
Today, I’m sharing my story of resilience, self-advocacy, and faith — and the exciting news of my acceptance into a new nursing program that truly supports and accommodates its students. 🙌🏾
If you’re a career changer, over 40, or just starting your pre-nursing journey, I hope my story inspires you to prioritize your health and choose a school that values YOU as much as your future patients.
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Pre-Nursing Planner: + Study.com Workflow (Save Time & Money) + Discount
In this video, I reveal how I am organizing WGU pre-nursing courses using a custom tracker + Study.com to accelerate pre-reqs. You’ll see my setup, how to stay on pace, and how to get 10% off your first month on Study.com. Please feel free to download a copy for yourself.
Links:
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• Study.com College Advisor video: • How to Hack Your WGU Bachelor of Science i…
• Book a consult (FREE 10-min / $50 30-min): 30-minute Consultation: https://agelessnursing.com/blogs/nurs…
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WGU Clinical Rotations (TX): What You Need to Know
WGU clinical rotations (Texas): what to prep, when to start, and how to stay compliant—perfect for new Pre-Licensure students and applicants. Requirements vary by region/district, so always confirm with your Clinical Instructor and Program Mentor.
Honors & Source: Huge shout-out to @nursepichon (Nurse Brittany) for documenting her journey from admission → graduation → passing the NCLEX-RN 🍾.
WGU Welcome Kit & Rewards: How I Earned 2,987 Points (What I Redeemed)
If you’re new to WGU, have a WGU email already, or you’re waiting to start, this video breaks down how I earned 2,987 points through WGU challenges and exactly what I redeemed—including a jacket, 2 hoodies, a blanket, and the WGU whiteboard I’m testing for proctored exams. I also share what to do during the 30–60 day window before orientation so you can start earning and redeeming sooner.
What’s inside:
• Who can participate (new students, current students, and applicants with a WGU email)
• How the challenge points work (overview + realistic timelines)
• My 2,987-point haul (what I redeemed & why)
• Tips if you’re waiting 30–60 days before your start date
• Redemption strategy: maximize points, avoid waste, plan your picks
• Whiteboard notes for proctored exams
Notes:
Availability, items, points, and eligibility can change. Always follow the latest instructions in your official WGU email & OwlNest/ AdvocateHub portal for the current challenges and redemption terms. This video is for informational/educational purposes and is not sponsored by WGU.
New Nursing Students: How I Learned to “Think Like a Nurse”
As a new nursing student taking ATI /HESI nursing exam, I kept hearing “think like a nurse” while answering these exam questions… and I was like HOW? 😩
What helped me with HESI-style questions was practicing clinical judgment & test-taking strategies so I could pick the best answer with confidence.
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