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Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)
All students who qualify to apply to the Nursing program will be invited to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). The TEAS measures basic essential skills in the areas of reading, math, science and English and Language usage.
Southwest accepts TEAS version 6 and a minimum score is 62% overall.
Version 6 has 170 questions:
Reading: 53 questions, 64 minutes
Math: 36 questions, 54 minutes
Science: 53 questions, 63 minutes
English: 28 questions, 28 minutes
Students who have previously taken TEAS version 6, but did not score a 62%, must score a 62% on EACH section in order to pass when they take it again. However, students who will be taking version 6 for the first time (even if they scored below 62% overall on version 5) will not be held to the "2nd attempt" guidelines. Note: Students who do not score 62% in all sections on their 2nd attempt are NOT eligible to apply to the Nursing program at Los Angeles Southwest College.
The TEAS is usually offered to Southwest applicants in October and April. The test is proctored on campus and taken on the computer. Students must be invited to take the test with Southwest.
For study purposes, it is recommended that students use the TEAS 6 Pre-Test Study Manual, visit www.atitesting.com for assistance, or visit the Mometrix website for a complete test study guide at https://www.mometrix.com/academy/teas-test-study-guide
For more information or to purchase a study manual, please visit ATI at www.atitesting.com