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)
They did discuss the new points system. In regards to the cut off, it changes every year based off of the applicant pool. Some semesters it will be really high and other semesters it will be lower. There is no safe way of saying who will make the cut. I would assume though that there will be a drop seen with the change to the points system.
Thank you. I ended up going yesterday and that's exactly what they said. I did learn two new things.
1. They need all transcripts from other schools even if you withdrew from classes.
2. If invited to take TEAS at RCC and you fail; you will be required to take additional courses and apply the following term.
Has anybody taken the practice TEAS A/B? If so are you able to review the questions once you're done? Or do you only get your results?
Yes, it actually tells you the answers as you go. You go through each question individually and submit your answer, after which it tells you the correct answer and an explanation for why the other answers are wrong, before you move onto the next question. At the end of the entire assessment, it tells you your overall score as well as how you did on each section.
Best wishes for everyone applying. I received my confirmation that RCC received my application now its just a waiting game. I'm counting 58 points without the TEAS exam. They should email students with the highest GPAs next month and I'm hoping I'll be part of that group. Anyone else get their application confirmation emails?
Also, I've been studying for the TEAS but anyone have any recommendations on extra practice exams/test prep books? I'm using the official ATI one currently but I've gone through it twice so I'm looking for more practice books.
soon2b-RN
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Thank you. I ended up going yesterday and that's exactly what they said. I did learn two new things.
1. They need all transcripts from other schools even if you withdrew from classes.
2. If invited to take TEAS at RCC and you fail; you will be required to take additional courses and apply the following term.