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You are going to do the TABE or the TEAS test as the TABE doesn't have science on it. THe TABE math was really easy but the TEAS math was a bit of a mind boggler...however, i would focus on the science preparation for the TEAS..that's what will get you in! I only studied about a week and a half and passed the TABE because we were only given 3 weeks to study it because we were the first nursing class to have to take it so...you can do it!

that is awesome! i am working right now to get all my conversions in my head and mind! heheh so this is what i have learned thus far and I guess everyone learns differently. for mass/mass conversions i do this ordered/have(on hand)= y or desired dose for my mass/liquid conversions i do: ordered/have multiplied by volume per have then I have been learning how many teaspoons, drops, ect what kindof math do you learn in the LPN program and, has it been difficult for yout o keep up with the program?

Well, it might be better to extend the time because from what I hear it really is a fast paced program and it would give you time to learn and absorb all the info correctly! Think about it hard before forfeiting your acceptance...if that becomes an option because you really have a 'chosen' seat...many are looking to get and be where you are! I'm exctied but quite scared because it is so fast paced but, I will study long and hard to make sure I am learning and retaining That is the key!

Amanda I too begin my LPN program next week and math is my week point but, know i can do it and too have been looking for pointers in how to feel more ready! Thanks for the tips everyone!

tpanative are you starting the program next week? I begin the program next week and I haven't heard or received any information about that....that's crazy! So, from what you were told the only difference is instead of classes being from 730-230 they will be from 730-200pm Monday -friday?

Great job! I wish you luck and hope that you will be able to begin school August 2010! I can keep you updated with how things are in the program. I begin this Fall. We were the 'guinea pigs' of the TEAS exam so.....I do know they will be using the exam throughout nursing school, almost like a benchmark so continue to study it!

I'm going to begin reviewing my math-metric fractions, ect. I want to be as prepared as I can for school! Do you know anything about an entrance exam of 3 dollars the day or registratioin/orientation? what is that about?

Oh I see. Well, those who were looking to get into the night class are now able to apply for the 2010. I think the challenge would be for those seeking night classes is the competition because so many want night classes. All in all it's competitive anywhere you try to go. I just figured the LPN is a start for me and I can move forward when I finish. They say the program is quite fast so, we will have to keep on our toes!

how many people actually took the TEAS exam? I know that originally there were like 560 or 565 applicants.....

yep I willl def keep ya'll posted! I got a 74.5% overall......so we both fell into almost the same percentile. It's scary to imagine how everyone else did because 70 is passing but my the inch of the nail! I'm grateful I did though. If we had like 3 months to study for it instead of 3 weeks, we would have blown the test out of the water! Now, one thing i will begin to do isbuy an actual teas study guide. I never bought a study guide and was surprised i passed! They will be using the TEAS exam throughout the program as you recall so lets begin studying it more in deby! Most schools use the HESI but they will use portions of the TEAS each semester I believe.

NewGoal RN did your daughter find out anything yet?

Yes they still use the lottery system. With the TEAS exams they will probably take the top 80%. I took the TEAS and passed, the math and science are tricky...I would go with studying from the actual TEAS guide found on ATI because it gets your mind thinking in the exact form of the test. THe reading comp and language is a cinch so...focus on the science and math. I passed the exam (according to my school) and got accepted into Erwin's Aug 2009 class....I would say focus only on math and science and you will do great! Now, for the nursing program starting 2009 and on they will use the TEAS as kindof like benchmark testing throughout the program...so it will be good to know the form of the test inside and out! I think it will be used kindof like the HESI that HCC uses.

Hey Guys! I am glad I found you here! I recognize NewGoal from HCC's forum! I got my acceptance to Erwin and got my first choice, August 09, how in the world did that happen? I think the teas must have screwed many people over! However, I'm glad that each one of us will be starting Erwin's program at one time or another! Good luck! I hear the program is quite rigorous but phenominal!

I didn't get accepted into my first choice of school but got accepted into a different nursing program yay!!!!!!!!!!!! I start in August!

I passed my TEAS and got accepted into nursing school! I received my confirmation letter today!