Hello all future nursing students, I figured I would start and updated forum for the upcoming SPRING 2018 application :) I am taking my last pre-req right now, so after micro is over I'll be able to apply. Please post your points and any questions! Good luck to all of those applying :)
The new point system is below:
Academic degrees from regionallyaccredited program. Max: 5points for a BS/BA
Grade point average in relevant coursework. Max: 45points
a. Minimum 2.5 GPA in anatomy, physiology, andmicrobiology.
GPA = 4.0 35 points
GPA = 3.5 30 points
GPA = 3.0 25 points
GPA = 2.5 20 points
b. Minimum 2.5 GPA in all remaining generaleducation courses required for graduation.GPA = 4.0 10 points
GPA = 3.5 8 points
GPA = 3.0 6 points
GPA = 2.5 4 points
c. For applicants with a Bachelor's degree, the GPApoints will be calculated from the grades in English,Psychology 9, Speech and Sociology/Cultural Anthropology.*
Life experiences Max:2 points
Veteran Max: 5points
Proficiency or advanced level courseworkin languages other than English.Credit for languages other than Englishshall be received for languages that areidentified by the Chancellor's Office Max: 2 points
Assessment/readinesstest results. Max: 30points
The points assigned are dependent upon the test cut score. For ATI TEAS:
90 to 100 = 30 points
78 to 89 = 25points
71 to 77 = 20 points
62 to 70 = 15 points
Recent work or volunteer experience withdirect human patient care within the past5 years. Must have verification fromhuman resources or employer verifyingthe number of hours worked and job title.All must be submitted by the student bythe application deadline. Max:7points
Licensed VN, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapists;documented medical military experience, (all withwork experience ≥ 1000 hours) = 5 points.
ORCNA or EMT (all with work experience ≥ 1000hours) = 3 points.
ORClinical Care Extender or other program ofvolunteer activity ≥ 200 hours with direct humanpatient care contact = 1 point
ANDNXN-84 Prepare for Success in Nursing Schoolwith a Pass†or better = 2 points.ORNRN-93 Dosage Calculations for MedicalProfessionals with a B†or better = 2 points.
Math 12 - Statistics 4 pointswith a C†or better
∗ Bachelor's degree students must have minimum of 6 semester or 9 quarter units in principles of verbal, written, and group communication(English and Communication) and 16 semester or 24 quarter units in related natural (anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry) andbehavioral and social (sociology, cultural anthropology, human development) sciences (California Nursing Practice Act, 2008)
2B was the hardest class for me, I think it was more intense than Micro. Just make sure you really understand and retain the information for your TEAS especially :)
Personally, I would take Microbiology at RCC, Dr.Lisa is great at teaching and it is possible to earn an A, she just makes you work for it as any science teacher should. For the TEAS, I recommend taking one of the practice tests if you can off of the ATI website. I used the momentrix to study for the TEAS.
I really wanted to take the Micro with her, but it would put me back a whole semester of being able to apply to the program or taking Micro and A&P2B together. I guess I'll start studying for the TEAS right after finishing A&P2B.
It's almost September 1st! Just a couple more weeks :)
I'm so excited for everyone applying. I can't apply until next Fall, but it's so exciting to see everyone apply. I also get nervous for everyone when waiting for your acceptance letters. Good luck everyone using the new points system. I'm curious what the cutoff will be now.
Hello everyone! I am super nervous and excited to apply next week. I currently have 46 points(w/o TEAS score) and I'm freaking out about the test. I think I'll be scheduling the test for mid Oct. I heard test results are due by November. Anybody have any input on that?
Hello everyone! I am super nervous and excited to apply next week. I currently have 46 points(w/o TEAS score) and I'm freaking out about the test. I think I'll be scheduling the test for mid Oct. I heard test results are due by November. Anybody have any input on that?
Do you have at least a 3.0 in your sciences? If you do, you may be invited to take the TEAS for free at RCC. You can reach out to Steve and ask him, but it's good to have a plan just in case. I believe that exam will be at the beginning of November so scores will need to be turned in around the end of Oct/beginning of Nov if you take it elsewhere. I'm excited to apply next week also :). Good luck!
Hello all! I am also planning on applying for the Spring 2018 cohort. I am getting so nervous and excited to send in my application. I was wondering if anyone knew if Riverside has a policy about repeated prerequisites? I am currently living in Seattle and am having trouble gathering information about this specific program. I'm also curious if our TEAS scores are due at the time of the application due date? Best of luck to everyone!
Hello all! I am also planning on applying for the Spring 2018 cohort. I am getting so nervous and excited to send in my application. I was wondering if anyone knew if Riverside has a policy about repeated prerequisites? I am currently living in Seattle and am having trouble gathering information about this specific program. I'm also curious if our TEAS scores are due at the time of the application due date? Best of luck to everyone!
RCC will accept the highest grade you get I believe. The TEAS scores are not due right away, but the school will only accept the first attempt. I am not entirely sure when the scores are due, but it most likely will be the end of October or early November. I know there is an information PowerPoint on the nursing website. I hope this helps! Best of luck!
RCC will accept the highest grade you get I believe. The TEAS scores are not due right away, but the school will only accept the first attempt. I am not entirely sure when the scores are due, but it most likely will be the end of October or early November. I know there is an information PowerPoint on the nursing website. I hope this helps! Best of luck!
Thank you so much for the information. This helps a lot!
I have 60 points with the TEAS. Second attempt and hoping to get in. My friend applied three times and got an alternate position. Hoping my chance will come soon. Been waiting too long. How many points are everybody else applying with or without the TEAS?
Hey all! I have another question. Does anyone know which department we should be sending our transcripts to if we have credits from other schools? I think I read on the website somewhere that it is the counseling department but I just wanted to be sure. Thanks!
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2B was the hardest class for me, I think it was more intense than Micro. Just make sure you really understand and retain the information for your TEAS especially :)