Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)...

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a pre-entry test used to evaluate the academic preparedness of students entering the School of Nursing and is taken the same semester in which you apply for the program. If you are applying for the Fall, yours TEAS test will be in February. If you are applying for the Spring, your TEAS test will be in July.

The TEAS consists of a total of 170 questions on four subtest areas: Math, Science, English and Reading. All subtests contain multiple choice items with one correct answer.

• The Math subtest measures knowledge of whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions and decimals, algebraic equations, percentages and ratio/proportions (45 questions).
• The Science subtest covers science reasoning, science knowledge, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, basic physical principles and general science (30 questions).
• The English subtest measures knowledge of punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words and spelling (55 questions).
• The Reading subtest covers paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension and inferences/conclusions (40 questions).

Preparation for the TEAS

There are several available study options for the TEAS, including online and/or book practice assessments and a study manual. Go to www.atitesting.com/onlinestore for more information. These materials are only available through ATI.

To learn more about the TEAS or to purchase study materials, access the website at: www.atitesting.com

For a list of frequently asked questions regarding the TEAS, please go to www.atitesting.com/global/students/teas-faq.aspx

Scheduling for TEAS

The TEAS test for students applying for the Spring 2009 semester will be offerered during the following dates:

Friday, July 25, 2008: 12:00 - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, July 30, 2008: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday, August 1, 2008: 12:00 - 4:00 PM

Students may turn in their TEAS registration form and pay for the test ($20.00) when they turn in their application at the School of Nursing office at:
303 S. Water Street, Suite 230

If you cannot come to the office in person, mail the nursing program application, TEAS registration form and $20 payment (check to be made out to Board of Regents) to:
Nevada State College
School of Nursing
1125 Nevada State Drive
Henderson, Nevada 89002

As there is limited space for each testing period, students are encouraged to turn in their application and sign up early. The test is given at the downtown Henderson campus (303 S. Water Street - Classroom 102). Students need to submit a completed TEAS Registration Form when paying for the test.

Important Information about the Testing Process:

• The maximum time allowed for the test is 3 hours and 29 minutes.
• Any student who has taken a previous ATI test (e.g., online practice assessment) needs to remember his or her password. If you have forgotten your password, call ATI before the test date (1-800-667-7531).
• Arrive for testing 15 minutes early.
• Doors will be locked five minutes after start time.
• A picture ID is required.
• No calculators are allowed.
• Scratch paper and pencil is provided.
• Sometimes the test is taken on a laptop computer. This computer does not have the traditional mouse but a touch pad where the cursor is guided by your fingertip. Verify where you are taking the test to know what type of computer will be used.

Testing Outside of the Las Vegas Area

If it is not convenient for you to attend one of the above testing dates at Nevada State College, you must arrange a proctored test through ATI by doing the following:

• Call ATI at 1-800-667-7531 and state that you need a TEAS site and you need to arrange for a proctored TEAS 2.0 with individual payment. Provide relevant information (e.g., your name, phone number, location of residence, and that you are taking the TEAS for Nevada State College School of Nursing).
• ATI will call the student with information within 24-48 hours.
• The student will need a photo ID and credit card to pay for the TEAS test at the time of the proctored test. The testing site may also require additional payment to proctor the test.
• After completing the test, you must order a copy of your test results from www.atitesting.com/onlinestore and have them sent directly to Nevada State College. We only accept TEAS results received directly from ATI.