nickynoodles

Wow, the rumors are getting crazier by the day! 800 people!? If thats true, then you now need to score in the TOP 4-5% to get into the program. It could very well be true. Enrolment at Community colleges and Nursing programs across the country are at a record high due to the recession so its very possible this is true but I would think that last year WCC would have seen an increase as well and when I went to the Nursing seminar in the fall, they said 85 for entry in the RN day, slightly lower for evening and that approx 465 took the test so something sounds off to me. Maybe the proctor who told you 800 people is talking about the entire COUNTY of Westchester? or maybe 800 people always register but only about 1/2 take the test? I do know alot of people who registered but got accepted to another school and are going there. Also, registration for the TEAS is closed after a certain date, its not like you can register whenever you want, I think it was a few week window if I remember correctly. In any case, I now feel like throwing up myself!

anyone?

MOTIVATEDONE, Could you tell me what are of Anatomy to study?? Its such a BROAD topic! Thanks so much!

bahagurl, really? im suprised to hear that (about the A&P). I actually heard the opposite, that there were only a few AP questions and something about rocks! lol

HI Bahagurl, You most likely did not get into the RN program. Typically the lowest grade to get into the RN program at WCC is an 85. You may however be eligible to apply to the LPN program with a 74. Can I ask you, how was the science on the TEAS? Can you give me any advice on what I should focus on?

How do you think you did? I've been studying like crazy, can't wait to get it over with! Can you give me any general advice of what to study for the Science portion? 30 questions can cover an awful lot of areas and I don't knw where to focus-overwhelmed!

there are so many great sources on the internet that can help you in each of the science areas. I googled alot of things I didnt know. I ALSO USED YOUTUBE!! they have great tutuorials which are good for people who rather not read and learn better from hearing it discussed. BE RESOURCEFUL

If youve taken the test, PLEASE BE SO KIND as to list your tips/advice for the SCIENCE portion

When you say they factor in where you're commuting from, what does that mean? Do you mean the take an inventory of where all their students live before they choose a hospital for clinicals? Sorry for all the questions I just have so many! Also, any advice/tips you learned about anything along the way that you could pass on?

im confused, do the students choose which hospitals they want to go to? youre halfway through meaning youre on semester 2 Im assuming, so where have you had to go to? I dont know why they said the Bronx at the seminar.

wccnursingperson, thanks so much for your info! that helps clear things up alot. I want to ask you, since youre already in about something else that concerns me. Where have you had to go for clinicals? Im wondering about commute time...Is it true that clinicals will sometimes be in the BRONX?!! Also, do you get to stay at one hospital for a whole semester or does it change weekly? Are you day or eve? thanks

Peascarrots, what version of the test did you take? 3/4 or 5?

RAYMONGAL, Im wondering what version of the teas are you taking, the 3/4 or the 5??

I was told the GPA is not factored in, thats its solely the TEAS score that they look at, at least thats what they said at the Information session. I wish I knew more..

I find it hard to believe that someone got a 96 on the TEAS and didnt get in? At the Nursing Seminar the professor said if you get an 85 or above, "buy your uniform!", his words. So, Im totally confused.

Im in the process of applying to the Fall 2010 RN program at WCC. Anyone else? This TEAS test is giving me suchhhhh stress! Im hearing we need to score a 90 or above to get in?

MJ, I took the practice tests in the ATI book and averaged my scores but I hear there is a more complete practice test on the ATI website for @ $35 to purchase.

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Can someone tell me the exact full name of the 'McGraw-Hill book' that I keep hearing about to study from for the TEAS exam? Are there several versions and whats it called exactly? I want to get it. Thanks!

I have total TEAS anxiety right now! My test date is April 12th. I have straight A's in all my classes but I cant seem to get past a 78 on the ATI practice test in the book. Its just tooooo much to know! Some of this stuff is ridiculous and I honestly dont think its a fair assessment of what kind of nurse youll be. I basically need a 90 to be allowed into the program at my school sooo Im definately stressed.

Just wondering if anyone is applying to the Fall 2010 RN program at WCC? Im curious to know what youve heard is the score you should obtain on the TEAS to gain entry into the program? At the Nursing seminar, we were told 85 or above and buy your scrubs but around campus Im hearing from students that they know of people who scored 90 and didnt get in.

just curious, what did you score on the TEAS test? Im hearing from people on campus, you have to score a 90 but at the Nursing Seminar the professor said 85 or above pretty much guarantees youre in

I realize there are several versions of the TEAS test but im assuming only one is used for all the nursing students nationwide? anyone know if this is correct? ALSO, and the question im really wondering is, are the questions on the TEAS test the same exact questions from year to year? If no, are they the same exact questions say, if I took the test in January of this year and then again in say August of the same year?? Thanks!

this sounds so interesting...Im anxious to hear more about it

you have it wrong, my suprise was in response to a prior post, specifically the one that cited $19-20/hr plus a dollar differential. In any event, $58 wouldnt be the min Im hoping to make in Putnam/Westchester coming out. Im hoping more in the range of 60-65.