MTI TABE test and TEAS test for LPN program acceptance

Natasha A., CNA, LVN · Oct 15, 2014

Hi, I just took the TABE test this past August for the second time and passed this time. Let me give you some pointers. The first time I took the TABE test i did not study. I urge you to study and brush up on the subjects math, grammar,reading comprehension and spelling. The TABE test is timed so practice timing yourself. The first time I took the tabe test I did not purchase the study guide. This time I did, but I still did not use it as much. I just used the study guide as an outline of what to focus on. What I did that helped A LOT was learning test strategies on how to take multiple choice tests. Process of elimination, trigger words to avoid (always, only, etc), I honestly feel like that is what helped the most for me to pass in addition to practicing heavy on timing myself. Also, know your strengths and weaknesses. Focus on the subject that you may need more study time. You will do great. Stay positive and breathe :)

MH80 · Oct 15, 2014

Thank you! Timing myself... I did not even think of this! I am mostly worried about math... I have been doing online tests like crazy.. I will now TIME myself while taking them.. is it a 90 min test?

Natasha A., CNA, LVN · Oct 15, 2014

Yes, its just about a 90 minute test and they gave me a break in between. Timing yourself will get you mentally prepared so you do not freeze up when you're taking the actual test.To get really good at math problems on the test is to do A LOT of similar practice problems over and over again. Search for tabe math problems and practice solving the problems in a timely manner over and over. Wish you the best!

MH80 · Oct 15, 2014

Thanks.. its very stressful as I haven't taken a test of any kind in 12 yrs. And I NEED to pass it the first time so I can apply .. MTI only takes the top 24... 50% of TABE and 50% of TEAS scores and the top 24 of that... I only have one shot for both.... is scoring 11's unreasonable or am I shooting to high the first time? Stupid fractions get me everytime.

Natasha A., CNA, LVN · Oct 15, 2014

Practice is KEY and maybe look into a hiring a tutor if you feel you may need extra help. I graduated high school n 2003 so we are not too far apart. You can do this! :)

MH80 · Oct 29, 2014

I passed with 12.9+ in math and language and a darn 11.1 in reading... reading was my first section and i had horrible test anxiety. Now I just got my TEAS book and I have 4 months to study away and ace this test so I can apply!

Natasha A., CNA, LVN · Oct 29, 2014

Congratulations @mommahutson. You are on your way! :)

4674laicey · Dec 1, 2014

Hi What kind of math did they have on the test? thanks In advance

@mommahutson

Love_Abby · Dec 6, 2014

Hi What kind of math did they have on the test? thanks In advance
@mommahutson

I just finished taking the TABE for my school and if your taking level A ( which I think is a must for nursing) it mainly has decimals, fractions, percents, and word problems. Pretty much the key thing Is to know how to multiply, divide, add, and subtract fractions, know how to change a decimal to a percents, if I can remember they ask stuff like what is 2% of 300. Now I also have to study for the Teas ? I hope this helped somewhat, I got a 11.1 btw. ? you'll do fine because in the middle of the test I felt like giving up and started doing a little guessing when I got to the word problems because they were annoying but come to find out I made it!

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4674laicey · Dec 8, 2014

@Love_Abby

Thanks so much for responding back.

Love_Abby · Dec 13, 2014

@Love_Abby
Thanks so much for responding back.

No problem! Your welcome. Good luck to you. ?

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