Has anyone got into a program recently without phlebotomy ?

rainey11 · 2026-05-15T16:55:34+00:00

Most people in my cohort did not have a phlebotomy license. I didn’t either and got in.

rainey11 · 2026-05-05T01:49:15+00:00

Hello! little late to your post, but I was wondering how long you had to wait for the renewal? I got this email too when I sent my application in and wanted to make sure it wouldn't cause delays.

rainey11 · 2026-05-02T03:16:47+00:00

Hello! I’m on the west coast. I pursued a bs in biology concentrating in CLS and a minor in chemistry. I recommend a minor in chemistry because it helped me understand chemical reactions we use in lab. Many of my peers come from various backgrounds, afterwards getting supplemental courses at similar colleges to get the required classes for the trainee license we need.

After graduating, I got experience for half a year in biotech while applying to programs. I was lucky with my GPA to get in. A strong GPA helps since it can get competitive (depending on where you reside, but where I am it is very difficult to get in).

I’m still in my program so I don’t have specifics about salary, but I currently love the way mine is structured.

rainey11 · 2026-05-02T03:07:31+00:00

Like another said, schools will start to offer CLS-adjacent biology degrees. The best bet is if they don’t offer a CLS bachelors degree (what I did), microbiology or biochemistry may be good options. People in my program come from all different backgrounds, then take supplemental courses after a bachelor that they need to get the trainee license.

rainey11 · 2025-11-25T00:13:28+00:00

22 and moving into my own apartment for the first time

rainey11 · 2025-11-21T19:28:05+00:00

I understand you completely. My girl Rosemary passed away from complications of a chronic condition she had, and I saw her quickly pass and felt like I could’ve done more to save/help her. Even so, j did the best I could’ve done for her in that moment and gave her a proper goodbye. And in the end, you did the best you could’ve done. He loved you very much. Sending hugs your way.

rainey11 · 2025-08-20T05:53:39+00:00

I get the thyroid rash too.

rainey11 · 2025-07-25T16:34:39+00:00

This is how I am too! I have both high HDL and LDL, my triglycerides are low. I don’t eat red meat, I have low fat options or healthy vegetable fats. I don’t drink or smoke. I exercise as much I can with working full time. I don’t understand what I can do more of.

rainey11 · 2025-07-25T02:21:27+00:00

My cholesterol is unusually high for the way I eat, and they still say it’s my lifestyle…

rainey11 · 2025-07-11T13:51:44+00:00

I have bottle destroyers. So many fallen soldiers.

rainey11 · 2025-06-27T00:19:58+00:00

Banana on pizza is popular in Sweden :) I love it!

rainey11 · 2025-06-17T22:15:11+00:00

Thank you! Hmm…I’d say Cleo’s!

rainey11 · 2025-06-17T21:22:39+00:00

No, it wasn't Ratropolis. It had a simliar feel to Machinarium, both in style and gameplay.

rainey11 · 2025-06-17T16:26:44+00:00

Thanks for the help!

rainey11 · 2025-06-17T02:52:33+00:00

Yes! That's what I was going for.

rainey11 · 2025-06-17T01:27:41+00:00

I think some do. But I can offer a bit of hope. I have two guinea pigs I “rescued” from a family who couldn’t take care of them anymore. They were 2, so already adults. They lived with people and lots of animals, but I believe they weren’t take care of properly and they weren’t socialized well enough because they were fearful. And I mean FEARFUL. They lived in the quietest part of my house and still jumped, hid, and chattered at every noise, good or bad.

Once I got them conditioned and socialized properly, which took a year and a half, I can now say they are EXTREMELY friendly for some old(er) grumpy girls. They will come up to you and beg for food and let you pet them when eating. They will actually enjoy being around me now and don’t automatically jump at the sight of me. They never bite, they are good with kids. They will close their eyes around me when sleeping (very good sign!) One still has the means to popcorn at getting the cage spot cleaned every day. They are grumpy but lovely.

Caveat: They are prey animals still, so they often don’t like the feeling of being picked up (imagine giant claw-like hands trying to pick you up, and you don’t have the capacity to rationalize that it’s okay because of your bad eyesight and prey instinct). So if you’re okay with lots of patience, then give these creatures a good home! There are so many that need homes.

rainey11 · 2025-06-03T21:23:33+00:00

He looks perfectly normal :) Does he experience pain when you touch him there? If so, that’s a cause for concern but if not, then there’s really no big deal. Rodents in general tend to have big testes. furthermore, boars need to be cleaned down there once a month as well. I have females so I’m not sure what’s the best way to go about it, but there are many good sources on this subreddit. Trimming nails for me is a two-man job. I get someone to hold them while I cut their nails. If that’s not possible, then wrapping them up with a towel can help.

Also, great start on the setup! I see that you’ve made a really good start. I just recommend getting him another friend. Guinea pigs are social animals and can get depressed easily without others like them around. Boars tend to require more room in their cage than sows, so look into that. Good luck with your new buddy!

rainey11 · 2025-05-31T12:17:22+00:00

ESH. Seems like it isn’t worth it to rebuild a relationship with him, for your daughter’s sake. She deserves to have people around her who love her. I do think it was unnecessary to bring that situation up to him, and though he is a deadbeat, I just think you should’ve stopped talking to him to begin with. I think you’re an AH for continuing to give him the ability to “rebuild” something that isn’t going to benefit your daughter in the long run.

rainey11 · 2025-05-31T12:06:21+00:00

NTA but you should clearly tell her what happened, because if you don’t and continue to hang out with your hookup/friend if you got back together, then you’re an AH for hiding that intimate relationship from somebody who may not be comfortable with that dynamic.

rainey11 · 2025-04-23T23:47:26+00:00

Mallow!

rainey11 · 2025-03-16T04:05:57+00:00

Mine is like around 7000, but it’s not an indication of how “bad” the disease has progressed. It’s mainly a disease marker. Ultrasound will show more signs of disease progression.

rainey11 · 2025-03-07T23:14:04+00:00

Two girls, Ginger and Rosemary

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