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)
Well I wish you luck I hope you get in because I'm a little low on the points and I'm hoping there is hope to get in after that many times applying. This is my second time
Thank You! My first time being rejected, I was so upset but now it being my third time applying I've learned to be positive and not be discouraged. Everything happens for a reason and I know this is my dream job so only good thoughts :). I talked to Jackie a few weeks ago and by the looks of it being in the 70's and 60's range seems like a good spot. She had said a lot of people dropped points and some people went from being in the 80s down to 70s or 70s to 60s. So it all depends on the pool of people applying.
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.
Wow! 58 points w/o TEAS score is a very good start. I'm using the " ATI TEAS Secrets" by Mometrix. It comes with 3 practice tests and the company also has YouTube videos. Good luck!
Thank You! My first time being rejected, I was so upset but now it being my third time applying I've learned to be positive and not be discouraged. Everything happens for a reason and I know this is my dream job so only good thoughts :). I talked to Jackie a few weeks ago and by the looks of it being in the 70's and 60's range seems like a good spot. She had said a lot of people dropped points and some people went from being in the 80s down to 70s or 70s to 60s. So it all depends on the pool of people applying.
I wish you the best of luck! This is my first time applying. I've been studying for the TEAS exam hoping I get invited to take it at RCC, but I am so nervous, I don't feel ready to take the test. Again best of luck!
This will be my 3rd time applying at RCC. I used to have 78 points but will now have 63 points under this new point system. I called Jackie and asked her if that's a good amount and she said she doesn't know. I'm really hoping I get in. Best luck to everyone :)
ChristinaR
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I've gotten my confirmation email, and am hoping to get in this time around! ☺ï¸