NURSING RESOURCE CENTER- FAQs

Q:  Do you have to be a nursing student to use the Nursing Resource Center?

A:  YES.  The Nursing Resource Center provides improvement and support services for all nursing students.  Each student enrolled in the practical nursing, associate degree nursing, or PN to RN transition program is encouraged to use the Nursing Resource Center on a regular basis.  A valid photo ID required (FDTC ID or Driver's License).

Q:  What can you do in the Nursing Resource Center?

A:  You can work individually on any computer to check Desire2Learn, to study, to review course content on CDs and DVDs, practice NCLEX-style questions, watch clinical scenarios, use the Internet for course related work, and take tests.  There is also a print release station available for your use.

Q:  When is the Nursing Resource Center open?

Hours

Normal Summer
Monday - Friday     8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Thursday     8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  Friday     8:00 am - 11:30 am

Q:  Do you have to schedule an appointment for a Nursing Resource Center test in person?

A:  YES.  After a test is made available in the Nursing Resource Center by your instructor, bring you FDTC ID card with you and visit the Nursing Resource Center to make an appointment.  If slots are available, you may make your appointment and take a test the same day.

Q:  If the "Testing in Progress" sign is posted, can I still come into the Nursing Resource Center even if I am not testing?

A:  YES.  You are welcome to use the Nursing Resource Center at any time.  The testing sign is only a reminder to be considerate of t hose students who are testing.