UHM Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center – MM – May 2014

ATI - TEAS V: Assessment Technologies Institute’s Test of Essential Academic Skills (Ver. 5.0) Compiled from the Assessment Technologies Institute Website (www.atitesting.com),

and from http://www.testpreppractice.net/TEAS/teas-test-format.aspx

❖ Overview: The TEAS V exam allows ~3.5 hours (209 minutes) for 170, four-distractor multiple choice questions

in four weighted areas (Reading, Math, Science, and English and Language Usage).

❖The ATI-TEAS V tests basic skills for nursing students. This encompasses high school level (up to 12th grade)

achievement material. 1. Anatomy of the ATI-TEAS V:

I. Reading

Time: 50 minutes

Format: 40 multiple-choice questions

What it Tests: Passage comprehension; questions based on making inferences and conclusions from readings.

II. Math

Time: 56 minutes

Format: 45 multiple-choice questions - No calculator allowed.

What it Tests: Whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions, decimals, geometry, algebraic equations, ratios/proportions, and

percentages (may include other basic math topics up to 12th

grade achievement level).

III. Science

Time: 38 minutes

Format: 30 multiple-choice questions

What it Tests: Basic biology, chemistry, physical principles, science reasoning and knowledge, and some human anatomy

and physiology.

IV. English and Language Usage

Time: 65 minutes

Format: 55 multiple-choice questions

What it Tests: Punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words, and spelling. The focus of this section is on

understanding the mechanisms of the English language to promote clear expression and communication.

2. Test Format:

▪ Computer-Based Testing (CBT) – at PSI testing center ▪ Paper-Based Testing (PBT)

3. Scoring:

Composite scores are computed in each of the four weighted areas; 13 sub-scores assess specific content comprehension.

Students will receive comprehensive score reports to detail individual performance.

Students do not “pass” or “fail” the TEAS V exam. Minimum score requirements are set by the admissions offices of

individual nursing programs. Students should verify the minimum percent requirements at their desired schools before

submitting their TEAS V transcript.

4. Score Availability:

Scores available 48 hours after test completion for CBT. PBT score availability will vary by testing site, depending on

how long it takes the institution to send exams to ATI (once there, exams are scored within 24 hours).

Scores will be automatically sent to the institution where the test was administered, at no cost to the student. TEAS V

results can be sent to additional schools at a cost of $25.00 per score report.

5. Test Dates:

▪ Test dates vary by testing center. For example, KCC offers both set dates and walk-in periods during which students can

take TEAS V exam. Informational fliers are supplied as PDFs located on their website:

http://kapiolani.hawaii.edu/object/io_1239754477000.html.

Always check for updates and register early for set exam dates. Seats fill up quickly!

UHM Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center – MM – May 2014

6. Test Registration:

Students must register twice for this exam— once online through the ATI website, and again with their specific testing institution.

Be sure to contact institution or testing site for specific registration instructions.

First, students must register online at www.atitesting.com. The student’s user-name and password will be used to access the test

on-site. Students should bring a picture ID and their test registration receipt to the testing site.

Online Registration steps:

1. Go online at www.atitesting.com;

2. Click to “Create new account” (within the “Sign In” Box located within the left-side column);

3. Complete all of the required information

Second, students should complete institution-specific registration:

▪ KCC: See http://kapiolani.hawaii.edu/object/adn.html

▪ HPU: See http://www.hpu.edu/CNHS/BSN/TEAS_Requirement.html

▪ HCC: See http://www.hawaii.hawaii.edu/nursing/TEAS-info-2012.pdf (registration managed directly by ATI)

▪ UH Hilo: See http://hilo.hawaii.edu/depts/nursing/bsn/admission_information.php (registration managed directly by ATI)

▪ PSI Testing Center: https://candidate.psiexams.com/

7. Contact information:

Assessment Technologies Institute:

ATI Contact Assesment Technologies Institute LLC

7500 W. 160th Street, Stilwell, KS 66085

Phone No.: (1-800) 667-7531

Website: www.atitesting.com

Hawaii Nursing Departments:

KCC Nursing Department Nursing Department, Kapi’olani Community College

Phone: (808) 734-9305

Email: kapnurs@hawaii.edu

Hawai'i Pacific University 1164 Bishop Street

Honolulu, Hawai'i 96813 U.S.A.

Testing Specialist: Adrien Lemos

Phone: (808) 236-3519

Email: alemos@hpu.edu

Hawai'i Community College Division of Nursing & Allied Health

200 W. Kawili St.

Hilo, HI 96720-4091

Phone: (808) 934-2650

University of Hawai'i at Hilo School of Nursing - UCB Room 243

200 W. Kāwili St. Hilo, HI 96720

Phone: (808) 974-7760

For questions, contact Linda Voong

Email: voong@hawaii.edu

8. Additional Information:

▪ Repeat Policy – most schools allow multiple retests, but employ a cooldown period, during which additional exam scores

earned will be disregarded. Please see “Nursing Entrance Exam Reference Sheet” for specific cooldown periods by

institution.

▪ If the exam is taken more than once, and after the appropriate cooldown, the highest score will be used.

▪ Most testing sites have a NO REFUND POLICY. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. You will not be refunded

if you miss an exam.