READ THIS NOTE CAREFULLY:

ONLY the following TEAS results will be considered for scoring in the multi-criterion selection process:

• ➢ ATI TEAS #1 of 1 taken at MPC (applicants are selected to test at MPC after Phase 1 scoring). For the cohort entering fall 2024, we will accept Version 7. If taken elsewhere, submit official transcript by April 8, 2024 (see restriction on re-takes below).  

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• ➢ The first passing ATI TEAS result (62 or greater) taken elsewhere (will ONLY accept re-takes if taken at least ONE (1) calendar year after a previous test.

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• ➢ First re-take following completion of the remediation plan approved by MCCSN Director

What is the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Requirement?

The Maurine Church Coburn School of Nursing (MCCSN) provides pre-admission screening and intervention using the ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills, (ATI TEAS). This computerized test assesses Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage. More information is available on the vendor’s website: www.atitesting.com

The test takes approximately 3.5 hours to complete. Once selected, you will be asked to create an account at www.atitesting.com to get a username and password, but not to register for a test. Then contact our Instructional Technology Specialist by email (bghavamian@mpc.edu) or phone (831-646-4274) to reserve a date to take the TEAS test on designated dates available. You must have a username and password prior to the date you will be taking the test.  You will need to bring your photo ID on the day of your test.   Textbooks and electronic devices are not permitted during the exam, but a calculator if desired will be provided for you. You will receive detailed instructions by email once you have scheduled your test.

Why is it important?

The TEAS result has demonstrated strong predictive value in the analysis of success factors over years of past MCCSN student cohorts. For this reason, the score will determine the number of points awarded for the Phase 2 criterion in the multi-criteria selection process (up to 30 points of the total 100 possible points).  The points will be added to the Phase 1 score, and then admission will be granted to the top 40% of applicants, along with enough TEAS passers from the Phase 2 group randomly selected to fill the class.  After applicants are scored in Phase 1 of the Multi-criterion Selection Process, the top 40% (up to a maximum of 60 applicants) will be invited to Phase 2 to take the ATI TEAS test or to submit their official results if previously completed.

Do I have to take the TEAS before I apply?

No. Applicants are not required to submit a TEAS result prior to application.  However, once selected, students who have previously opted to take the ATI TEAS at another location are asked to submit official results by going to www.atitesting.com online store and requesting official ATI TEAS results be sent to MPC. There is a $27 fee for this service).

What if I do not achieve a proficient score?

 All TEAS scores resulted in the past two (2) years must be evaluated.  Any substandard composite score (less than 62%) will require remediation (See “TEAS Remediation” below).

When the school receives the results of any TEAS test it will state “TEST: 1 of 1, or 2 of 2, or 4 of 4”. Any student with a report that does not indicate “1 of 1” needs to provide evidence of those previous scores prior to the testing date at MCCSN, whether it was a passing or substandard score, and whether it was ATI TEAS or earlier version.

 Applicants who do not achieve the minimum composite score of 62 must contact the Director, School of Nursing, for remediation, and then re-apply the following year (unless the applicant can provide written evidence of a completed remediation plan from another college). The application will be scored again along with all applicants in the subsequent applicant pool.  The re-taken TEAS result will be considered only if the applicant scores in the top 40% of the subsequent year’s applicant pool for Phase 1. 

How to prepare for the ATI TEAS exam:

All applicants should thoroughly prepare for this proctored examination, as first-time success also predicts success early in the nursing program and increases the overall multi-criterion score. Unprepared applicants have a significant chance of not scoring well on the first attempt!

Partial list of resources available for ATI TEAS preparation:  The MCCSN faculty does not endorse any particular study guide or method. 

• Online TEAS practice tests, workbooks, study guide and SmartPrep study package for purchase on the ATI website:  ATI TEAS Exam | TEAS Prep | TEAS Registration | ATI (atitesting.com)
• Monterey and other county public libraries may have TEAS study guides available for checkout for those with library cards in that county. 
• NURS 150 (Nursing Program Readiness, 1.5 units) offered at MPC provides basic TEAS preparedness and other success strategies. Introduces ATI Success Package (Achieve online tutorial, Learning Strategies Workbook, TEAS Study Guide and Practice Tests).
• Google free resources for math and science review:  Khan Academy, Education Portal (study.com)
• For grammar:  http://www.towson.edu/ows/index.asp  
• For math:  “Keshwani Prep TEAS” on You Tube. Instructor takes student through math section in the ATI practice book
• Mometrix video tutorials:  http://www.mometrix.com/academy/teas-test/
• McGraw Hill Education TEAS Practice test
• McGraw Hill TEAS Prep app is approx. $10 for Apple devices; Pocket Prep TEAS for Android devices
• You Tube search: Crash Course Science
• Tyler Dewitt Chemistry  videos:  https://www.youtube.com/user/tdewitt451/videos
• Trivium ATI TEAS VI Study Guide
• Online TEAS 7 Test Prep Tutoring: Instructor-led (synchronous) via Zoom platform). Please contact Vanessa Mason at vanessa_mason2001@yahoo.com to arrange a tutor session. INSTRUCTOR: Vanessa Mason is an experienced college instructor and a credentialed adult education instructor in the the Bay area. Individual and Small Group Tutoring Available. All materials provided.  $25 per hour. 

TEAS Remediation:

Students who do not achieve the minimum composite score of 62 cannot be admitted to the class and must meet with the Director for an individualized remediation plan. Once the plan is complete as determined by the Director, the applicant can re-apply for the next available cohort, and is subject to the multi-criterion selection process in place for that cohort.  Remediation plans are generally designed to be completed in one year, and include one or more of the activities below:

1. Obtain a ATI TEAS study manual and online practice exams, and/or complete commercial tutorials as described above; TEAS Smart Prep package as available.
2. Complete assessment testing for placement into an English, Math, or ESL course. Student may make an appointment with a college counselor for further advisement regarding appropriate coursework based on testing if necessary.
3. Self-remediate in science with TEAS manual and review Chemistry, Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology notes. Possible referral to supportive services on campus to determine if a learning assessment is warranted.
4. Retake ATI TEAS and achieve a score of at least 62% composite, when cleared by the Director for re-take, according to the remediation plan.
5. If directed by the individual remediation plan, complete NURS 65 (Nursing Role Transition) and NURS 160L (Nursing Role Development Lab) with passing grades the summer prior to entering the program.

TEAS Retake:

As stated above, re-takes will be accepted ONLY if there has been at least one year (12 months) since the last attempt.  Applicants will be re-tested at MPC only if they are completing a remediation plan for a previous substandard score. Applicants may choose to re-take the TEAS on their own at a public testing site and submit for a better score as long as at least one year has elapsed between attempts. An official ATI TEAS result must be sent to MPC. There is a $27 fee for this service.