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emybaby2: Thanks for your advice, i do appreciate it. The state board of nursing in Arizona doesn't need your results directly. You need to pass through an evaluation body like WES, CGFNS and Josef Silny. I choose Josef silny because it is $50 lower than the rest and release the result in 5 days and mails it to the board. One of their requirements is that transcripts and license be mailed directly to them. Please do you know the requirements needed from NNMCNs to mail the license?

I guess there are forms you downloaded from their website. print them out and send the one for your sch to the professional institutions you attended so that they can send your transcript to the organization. There ought to be another form licence validation. you will need to take this to Nursing Council Office in Abuja, along with photocopy of your licence, notification of registration, and the required fee. I dont know how much it costs now. It used be 3k per qualification. I believe it is higher now.

emybaby2: Yes o, am trying to transfer my transcript for the evaluation body in the USA and i will go to the Nursing headquarters to know the reguirements to transfer the license. I pray God for discipline to be able to read that big Kaplan Nclex book. Nigerians do not fail unless they are lukewarm or not interested about it.

I advise that you contact the board of nursing in the US state you intend to work to find out their requirements for becoming an RN. Most US states require certificate evaluation service(CES) from CGFNS. Some states do not require any CGFNS service e.g. California. ur transcripts can be sent directly to them after downloading the application forms from their website.
Sending ur transcripts does you no good if ur intention is to become an RN in the US. However, if u intend to further ur studies, then it may be helpful. Like I said earlier, find out the requirements of the state you intend to work in.
As for NCLEX, there isn't much to it if you prepare well. Answer as many questions as possible from any NCLEX study guide you can lay your hands on e.g. Mosby, lippincott, Saunders etc. You will find the CD ROM that comes with 11th and 12th editions of Brunner and Suddarth's very helpful. It has about 3500 NCLEX-style questions, answers and rationale. I used it when I was preparing for CGFNS exams.
It appears you leave in Abuja. Was that where you trained?
Once again, congrats and success in your future pursuits

emybaby2: Hurray, i've been given my visa today, am so happy. I woke up early and arrived the place and we were checked in by 6:30am. Passed through the security check and got in. We did the documentation i.e gave my original and photocopied documents. I forgot to include 2 photocopied marriage certificate rather it was one and they wrote it down in my form that one certificate is out. That was the only error i made though i was nervous. Then we waited again. When it was time for the interview, window 16 who is a white lady was so tough with so much drilling of people with questions. The first couple for DV there were rejected by her. Up to 5 people went and she either refer them for the next day or told them that they have failed. A particular woman with a family of 5 children and her husband were denied their DV visa. What i come to know is that if you can't answer or defend your education and also know dates of birth, time you went to school etc, then there will be problems. The woman in window 13 was so nice and was handing down visas like water only denied one man. Who wasn't a DV applicant.
After praying that i should not pass through the white woman, believing God for window 13 when i was called to window 16(the white woman.)
CO: Goodmorning, put your fingers on this
(After fingerprint, myself and husband, she told my husband to go and sit.)
co: when did you finish secondary school?(i told here and she count the credits in my paper)
co: what was your favourite subject in secondary school
me: English
co: give me details of what you learned in English literature( i explained)
co: you are a registered nurse, give me the details of your nursing practise(i did)
co:if a patient is sick, how do you manage the patient(i explained)
co: let me see your wedding photos(i flipped open the album for her and she saw the pictures of my bridesmaid and stoped to ask who they were)
co: where did you meet your husband
me: in the church
co: which church did you marry(told her)
co: when did you marry(told her)
co: did you go to church last week
me: yes i did
co: i will give you a visa and you will get it next week thursday.
Me: thank you.
That is how i scaled through the woman, looking her straight in the face and God helped me. Pls i like the black woman of window 13, she gave time to people who are nervous to think.
Above all this, all glory belong to my GOD.

Congrats my dear professional colleague. wish you success as you prepare for NCLEX-RN.

Mine was before your own. It took place on 22nd and 23rd Nov and we were told to expect a feedback in 2-3wks. I ddnt apply for Class Teacher, though.

passarella013: November 29th

I dont think anyone has been contacted yet. You can start expecting news from next week. However, its important to mention that NLNG can be 'unreliable' in keeping their promise at the final stage of their recruitment process. Keep hope alive. What date(s) in November was your interview

KCC will not contact her again
The person should go to website in her notification letter, download the appropriate forms(DSP 122 and DSP 230), fill them meticulously and correctly, and send them back to KCC ASAP(i.e. if she has not done so already).
Then, she has to 'wear' patience as a garment and wait until her case number becomes current(you can post the range of her case number here for members of the forum to give an idea of when she'll be current). In addition, she should also consult the visa bulletin to know when she'll be current.
when her case number becomes current, she'll be sent an email to check for her second notification letter(interview letter). she'll do this using her confirmation number and other details just like she did when she won.
Finally, encourage to join this forum and follow comments and contributions. she will learn a lot here.

mrkels: Abeg have they contacted all the 2013 winners? Some1 I know won and she has been checking her mails everyday but till now nothing. How do they contact someone self? I mean for interviews o.

Ujujoan: I know you are going through something really difficult and I can't even begin to pretend to understand. But look at the bright side . . . you have a family that absolutely loves you!

Your parents and siblings will ALWAYS be there to help you through it. Some people are not that lucky!

I've seen people with SCA who don't go to school cos their parents don't want to 'waste' money on their education!

You have a strong support system, please make use of it.

When you feel down, talk to someone, your dad, your mum, siblings e.t.c. Please I beg you, do NOT keep your pains to yourself. It's only eat you even deeper!


Trust me, no matter how sad and sorry you feel, your parents feel even worse . . . . You can help them by sharing your pains and not bearing it all alone!

I can tell you as a mother, that what hurts more than watching your child suffer, is NOT knowing she is suffering! A parent derives joy buy having to share in her child's pain . . . it gives them a sense of fulfillment.

What I'm trying to say with all these my long post is that, don't try to hide your pains from your family. You may think you are 'shielding' them, but you are only hurting them more. Please let them help you.

Seconded. We have to realise that this is difficult thing to. I remember that my sister used to bear pains with a 'smile' on her face and only cries out when it becomes unbearable.its just in the 'nature' of pple with SCD to bottle their pains. They do not want to be seen as a burden to others. They hate to be the focus of attention because of their condition

For those of you insinuating that the OP is seeking for pity, you got it wrong. If you have lived with anyone with SCD, you will attest to the fact that they are among the strongest people around. Their threshold for pain is much higher than that of most of us. They only cry out when it becomes unbearable. I have never come across anyone with SCD who refuses to carry out any activity on the pretext of "I am a sickler".
The main purpose of this post is to enlighten us on the agonies of being a sickler. An understanding of these, I believe, will help us in taking appropriate preventive measures.

This is indeed an interesting topic. I'm affected. Two of my siblings went through the same ordeal. It's not an experience you will wish your enemy. I can't forget the sleepless nights occasioned by crisis, the anguished cries, missed days at school, stunted growth, and the 'ever-present' fear of what will happen the next minute.
My advice to intending couple who are both AS is that they should reconsider their decisions before they delve into the abyss of guilt that accompanies the presence of a child with SCD in the family. There's more to marriage than love.
However, if you are SS, you can marry an AA.(my sister with SS is happily married and has been crisis-free for a long time. all thanks to God)
Thanks @OP for bringing this issue to the front burner. I pray that God sustains you.

promise Jane: I applied but didn't get any invitation so wats their email

what position did you apply for? hope you have the requisite qualifications and years of experience for the position you applied for?
their email is recruitment.online@nlng.com

NLNG has started sending IV letters for aptitude tests to those that applied during their last advert. The positions advertised were for NURSES, TEACHERS etc.
You can send them a mail if you applied but have not received your IV letters.
I wish you all success.

If you need materials(questions and solutions) for aptitude tests, send your email address to 08152761920 as an sms and I'll forward them to you. The materials cover VERBAL REAMSONING, NUMERICAL REASONING, INDUCTIVE REASONING, SPATIAL ABILITY, FAULT DIAGNOSIS, ABSTRACT REASONING, DATA CHECKING, DIAGRAMATIC REASONING, MECHANICAL REASONING ETC.
You will find them useful in preparing for tests by NLNG, SHELL, CHEVRON, NNPC and other multinationals.
Please indicate only the ones you require.
It is FREE

dridowu: If u think d thread shd b close, dn i guess you (yoursef) should not contribute to d thread anymore, because DV 2012 has officially klose does not mean d thread should also b klose. So funny again DV 2014 Preparatory page should also b klose again afta Nov 3? No info is a WASTE

I totally agree with you that no info is a WASTE but when a bunch of info is pooled together, it will be more accessible.
If I may ask, what purpose will the DV 2014 preparatory thread serve if it still open after Nov 3.?

jack_syno: The last time I visited dv2013 forum, I was so mad as they completely deviated from the aim of the forum to other things as insuslts and stuff. That said, I think we should maintain this thread for those truly hungry for info to come feed themselves and get informed.

It is only a suggestion. I'm not stuck on it, though. The fact that a thread is closed those not mean it will disappear completely(the only thing is that people can no longer post comments on it). It will still there for reference purposes.

It is only a suggestion. I'm not stuck on it, though. The fact that a thread is closed those not mean it will disappear completely(the only thing is that people can no longer post comments on it). It will still there for reference purposes.

temmytanny: why close it?

Dear All/Moderator,
I suggest that this thread be closed since DV 2012 has formally come to an end. Let's channel our inputs to the DV 2013 and DV 2014 preparations(which should be closed after Nov, 3).
Thank you.

Dear All/Moderator,
I suggest that this thread be closed since DV 2012 has formally come to an end. Let's channel our inputs to the DV 2013 and DV 2014 preparations(which should be closed after Nov, 3).
Thank you.

DV 2012 has officially started. I just did mine . I am still hopeful of being selected this month for DV 2013.
ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE TO HIM THAT BELIEVES.
I wish every one in NAIRALAND community success.

ataime: Hi guys many tnks 4 ur contribution to dis thread.however wld wnt 2 knw if dre s provision 4 accomodation over dre or if migrants wld b solely  their own as per job placement wth accomodation
2ndly could i list ma bf as ma spouse A̶̲̥̅̊₪d̶̲̥̅̊ wht if we do a court marriage early nxt year after d applicatio,cld dt mar our chances.
Thanks

There are no welfare packages for winners of the DV lottery.
I strongly advise against listing your Bf as your spouse because you are not legally married now.
You can both apply as 'singles' now and if/when you get married, you can update your data(i.e. if any of you is selected). However, if/when you get married, be sure to get the appropriate marriage documents and pictures.

moozza67: Please this question should be answered by the winners of dv 2012 who filled their visa lottery form themselves. PLEASE IS IT TRUE THAT IF U USE ANY VERSION OF INTERNET EXPLORER ORDER THAN EXPLORER 6 OR 7, UR REGISTRATION FORM WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SINCE IT WAS WRITTEN IN THEIR WEB SITE THAT THEIR SYSTEM ONLY SUPPORT INTERNET EXPLORER 6 OR 7? THANKS FOR UR PROMPT RESPONSE.

No. I used Mozilla for the people I applied for and some of them were selected. The most authentic comfirmation is the number you receive when you have successfully submitted your entry.

anochuks08: just heard another gunshot around One Day premises about 30mins ago. But am not too stupid to run towards sounds of gunshots. Rumours are saying that it was an honourable that was gunned down. God help them

I just went past the place now. A blue chevrolet car was in ditch and a young woman was wailing there. A huge crowd gathered around the area. I didnt stop to find out what happened. Also learnt there was another killing around Gariki. God save us

Fellow Nairalanders
I need some info on the kind of questions that are asked during NLNG recruitment (especially for health personnel e.g. nurses, doctors). I would also appreciate it I can get general questions. I am preparing for their aptitude test.
Thanks

adexkem: High school no degree means you have completed secondary school without 5 credits. While high school diploma means you have completed and also have 5 credits. Since you are undergraduate pick HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA. In the form you will fill, there is another question about the school you attended. Include your present school and course. From primary, secondary and present i.e poly/uni. In your interview, prepare very well for question in Olevel and your course of study.

I reasoned the same way too but wanted a 2nd opinion. Thanks for your response. Thanks Temmytanny

Honestly, i cant remember wat i filled. Considering my present situation as an undergraduate, wat shud it be? @Temmytanny, Remember dat d question is abt d highest level of education COMPLETED.

Dear forumites,
I'm in the process of filling my forms. I need some clarification. I am an undergraduate, what do i fill as highest level of education completed? is it 'High school, no degree' or High school diploma'? Thanks in anticipation of ur response

temmytanny: I need advice ooo.

I want to know the validity period of my medical? I did it in 2011 Dec,got my visa in April and i intend to travel in August,i hope its not expired? I check many forums to confirm the validity but some say its 6months while some say its one year. I mailed US embassy and there response was a bit funny: Your medical was valid as at the time your visa was issued.Dont understand what they mean by that.

@temmytanny,
Here's an extract from the US Visa website 'IMPORTANT NOTE: Medical examination results are valid for one year in normal circumstances. But if you have certain medical conditions your examination results could expire in as little as 3 months. In any case you should not have your medical examination until the NVC notifies you of your interview appointment date. You may be denied entry to the United States if your medical examination results expire before your arrival.'.http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3744.html

Hello peeps, here's d response i got from KCC in reponse to my inquiry about an error made in my brother's last name during the submission of entries for DV2013:
Thank you for your inquiry.
KCC does not have the ability to retrieve or make changes to the data that was provided on the original entry to the lottery.
Please complete the forms DS 230 Part I, DS 230 Part II, and DSP 122 with the correct information. Once received at KCC, the information will be included in your case file for review.

Interviews for the DV 2013 program will begin October 1, 2012, and process through September 30, 2013.
All DV 2013 cases must be completely processed by September 30, 2013.
Prompt response in returning the required forms to KCC will allow ample time for necessary processing.
____________________________________
Mary
KCCDV/Public Inquiry
Support Contractor - Serco - NA
Phone: (606) 526-7500
Email: KCCDV@state.gov

Thank you all for your suggestions. I'll keep u posted as we go on with the filling and interview process. I'm also optimistic that our success story will be shared on this page.

i need a neat camry 2001 with full options, cleared and delivered to enugu. how much would it cost? i want the lowest possible price. email me auschris2000@yahoo.com

thanks for ur assistance

Ayomola: yes fill the correct name i.e. CHRISTOPHER on the form DS 122 and 230 you are going to send to KCC.
like I said the other time u have the same chance as someone who has not made any mistake. AND MY GUY, PUT YOU MIND AT REST.

IT IS NOT BY POWER OR MIGHT BUT BY MY MERCIES SAYS THE LORD...
FOR BY STRENGTH SHALL NO MAN PREVAIL

@ Ayomola, thanks for ur encouraging testimony. i key into the favour God granted u. Do u suggest that i fill the correct surname in the Ds 122 and 230 forms? remember it is different from what appeared in the notification letter.

Ayomola: I am a living testimony of this scenario
and do you know what,
I have my Visa right now.
mistakes in your name does not disqualify you.
what matters is that you are the one in the picture in the application, because when u get there on the day of the interview,the passport you bring will be used to confirm the one you used in the original application. if confirmed to be the same person, u are good to go. keep ur mind at rest. no panicking and prepare very well for that daY.

THEN FINALLY, IT IS NOT BY POWER OR MIGHT BUT BY MY MERCY SAYS THE LORD...
FOR BY STRENGHT SHALL NO MAN PREVAIL.

thanks temmytannny and bussyme
I sent the mail on sunday. i'll let d forum know as soon as they reply.
u guys are duin a great job. i'm confident my brother will be granted a visa inspite of the mistake

temmytanny: Sorry,i tot he was talking about sending forms to KCC,never knew it was email.
Good bro, send an email to them explaining your situation and lets know their reactions. That would determine whether to continue with the application. They will reply you withing 3days

Thanks temmytanny,
i'll do like u suggested. How long does it take for KCC to reply email messages?

temmytanny: Iguess you may have to explain to KCC about attaching a copy of his birth certificate to it when sending forms to KCC. Make sure you fill the correct name on the forms you are sending to KCC.If possible you can add some other documents to show that it was truly a mistake. About his case number,it may be active before end of the year(dec)
I gues more experienced guys can give more advice to that. Goodluck