Failed the TEAS :(

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Hi everyone,

I took the TEAS V yesterday and failed it with a 68% overall score. I did ok in the reading and math portions, but did horrible in the science and Language usage portions. Does anyone have any advice that can help me raise my scores? I am planning on taking it again in a couple of weeks.

Thank you for your replies.....

Specializes in NICU.

I took it today. Study the ATI manual. The science part was the hardest for me. The entire test came from the ATI book. I also watched youtube videos on the parts of the cells and mitosis. Take the practice tests in the back of the book. They will tell you what you need to concentrate on.

Study the ATI book.... I know it helped me out but I think I went about it all the wrong way. I think the best thing for us to do to prepare is to go through the book page by page until we have a good understanding of all of the topics. (I more or less just "reviewed" them last time")

What scores do y'all need for your program?

Science is the hardest

Hello All,

I took the teas test and failed the first time..but after a second attempt i passed. The hardest part was the science. Yes i did purchase the ATI study guide which helped...but the science part had questions that was not related to what i studied in the book. The test was the same so i was able to focus on the area that i scored the lowest in. Which was the science. mitosis, different phases, hypotheisis, ph, dna traits, cordon chart, punett square, taxonomic system, protons, electrons, covalent bonds. states of matter...etc.. Study study and you can pass.

Specializes in Pediatrics.
Study the ATI book.... I know it helped me out but I think I went about it all the wrong way. I think the best thing for us to do to prepare is to go through the book page by page until we have a good understanding of all of the topics. (I more or less just "reviewed" them last time")

What scores do y'all need for your program?

What is the ATI book called I am taking the TEAS V soon but I need the study guide. I am so scared of the science section.

Specializes in Pediatrics.
Study the ATI book.... I know it helped me out but I think I went about it all the wrong way. I think the best thing for us to do to prepare is to go through the book page by page until we have a good understanding of all of the topics. (I more or less just "reviewed" them last time")

What scores do y'all need for your program?

Hello what is the ATI book called so that I can purchase it i planning on taking the TEAS V soon but I scared of the science section. Please advise.

Specializes in Pediatrics.
I live in Texas and my school requires a minimum of 70% (overall)..... Its just frustrating because I studied so hard and still didnt meet the programs minimum requirements. Going to meet with someone this weekend who specializes in test taking skills so maybe that will help. :)

Hello can you please advise what TEAS V book should I purchase to get ready for the test? Thank you in advance

The book is called the Study Guide for the Test of Essential Academic Skills! Make sure you get Version V. You can google it to make sure you're getting the correct book or you can go to the atitesting website. Give yourself a least several weeks to study for it!

Some say that the Science section in the study guide is proficient, I don't agree. I read over and took notes over it and still wasn't doing well on the Science practice questions, So I got McGraw Hills Nursing School Entrance Exams to help. I feel it gives you a better understanding of the science and it covers the same areas that are in the TEAS V. In the front page of the TEAS book it tells you how many questions are on the test and how many questions in each subject they're gonna ask you. Go on youtube and watch a few videos. I found those to be help as well in letting you know what was going to be on the exam. There is also a site called kahnacademy that helps in all subject areas, and it may give you a better understanding of some of the areas of science. I take my Test Feb 13! Also take a few of the TEAS V practice tests from the ATI site, and there is a site called Benchprep that gives TEAS V practice tests.

I recently took my first TEAS V exam and I failed.

I got a 51.9% and need a 62% I only had a week to study because that's what the school had given me a weeks worth to study for the exam. I have now entered a remediation plan before I take the TEAS V once more. Any advice? This test is really important to me because my spot for the Rio Hondo nursing program is secured so long as I pass the exam

thank you.

What websites had the practice tests? I've been looking and cannot find any.

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