Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing

TESTING & CONTENT

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is used as part of the admissions process by Nursing and Allied Health schools nationwide. The exam measures skills in reading, mathematics, science and english and language usage.

MISCELLANEOUS INFO

For additional information, sample test questions, general exam policies and a list of frequently asked questions, visit the TEAS website here.

The TEAS exam may only be taken one time in a 6 month period.  Exam results submitted for nursing program consideration can be no more than one year old.  

REGISTRATION FEE

TEAS testing is $87.00

REGISTERING for the EXAM

To register for the TEAS exam, go to ATI Testing Website. and click:

• TEAS
• Register for TEAS
• In-Person Proctored by an Institution - Register
• Search By School Name
• State – Select KY
• School - Big Sandy Community and Technical College Pikeville Campus
• Search
• Select your preferred date
• Continue Registration
• Proceed to Checkout

The TEAS must be taken in the Testing Center. Remote proctoring is not permitted.

TEAS Testing Schedule -Spring 2025 semester

Check-in will begin 15 minutes prior to start time. Students must have

• Valid Photo ID
• Proof of Exam Registration
• Activated KCTCS login and password. For assistance, contact the BSCTC IT Dept. at (606)886-3863

The exam will begin promptly at the scheduled time. No one will be admitted to the exam area after testing has begun. No cell phones in testing room. 

STATE REGISTERED NURSE AID: WORK EXPERIENCE

Students may opt to take the ACT exam OR the TEAS exam for points in this area. A 17 composite score is required for admission.

NATIONAL COMPOSITE ACT

REQUIRED COURSES

CUMULATIVE GPA

Nursing, at the technical level, involves the provision of direct care and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of nursing functions.

Therefore, in order to be considered for admission or be retained in the program after admission, all applicants should possess:

• Sufficient visual acuity, such as needed in the accurate preparation and administration of medications, and for the observation necessary for client assessment and nursing care
• Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from clients and members of the health team and to assess health needs people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitor, stethoscope, IV infusion pumps, Doptone, fire alarms, etc
• Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills, including the manipulation of equipment, required in meeting health needs
• Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively as may be necessary in the individuals interest
• Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals

Recommendation for readmission to the nursing program is the responsibility of the Nursing Admissions Committee and is dependent upon available resources. 

In order to be considered for readmission by the Nursing Admissions Committee, the applicant must: 

• Attend a Pre-Admission Nursing Conference (Fall Applicants should do so by March 1st,
  Spring Applicants should do so by the 1st Friday in November.) 
• Meet current admission guidelines
• Submit a written request to the nursing coordinator
  (This letter, addressed to the coordinator, should include the following:  (1)  the semester and course to which the student is requesting readmission, (2) reason(s) for previous unsuccessful progress in the nursing program, and (3) personal plans to increase chances for success if readmitted)
• Complete any required remediation processes outlined by the Coordinator and/or nursing program faculty/staff 

A student MAY BE readmitted to the Nursing program one time.  The Nursing Admissions Committee may recommend readmission a second time, if a student meets current readmission guidelines and furnishes sufficient evidence of remedial study, additional preparation, or resolution of factors contributing to unsuccessful course completion.  There is no provision for a third readmission. 

If more than three years have elapsed since initial enrollment in the first nursing course of any registered nursing program, an applicant must repeat all nursing courses. 

All students, regardless of length of time out of the program, must demonstrate continued competency to be readmitted.  Program faculty and the Nursing Coordinator will determine the competency requirements which will include both written exams and clinical/lab performance skills.   Competency requirements include any content covered in previous nursing courses, and nursing assistant, which the student has successfully completed.  Demonstrated competency includes:

• Passing a competency exam with a minimum of 78%
• Passing a competency skill exam(s)/clinical requirements at 100%, consisting of skills learned from all successfully completed nursing courses

I will send you a checklist to be uploaded as well when it is completed. 

In order to receive a tuition refund, a student must officially withdraw within the refund period specified within this policy.  Refunds for sessions different from those listed below are prorated according to the session in proportion to the traditional 16-week session.  A session is defined as an enrollment period within an academic term.  An academic term (fall, spring, or summer) may have a number of sessions running concurrently – 16-, 8-, or 4-week.

KCTCS has partnered with BankMobile Disbursements, a financial services company focused solely on higher education, to process student refund payments.  Students are required to choose from one of the following three options for receiving any refunds due them:

1. ACH transfer to a bank account of their choice,
2. Paper check mailed to the student address on file.
3. Refund to a BankMobile Vibe account, an FDIC insured checking account
   offered by Bank Mobile Disbursements.

For additional information, please visit https://bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoices/.  

Timeframe for Refunds¹

Applicants who have attended another nursing program, or wish to transfer from a KCTCS nursing program must:

• Meet all admission requirements of the receiving institution;
• Notify the Coordinator of the Nursing Program in writing, stating anticipated entry and reason for transfer;
• Include a copy of their unofficial transcripts reflecting grades in all previous courses in the nursing program from which they are transferring;
• Have a faculty member from the program previously attended submit a letter of recommendation to the receiving institution; AND
• Submit documentation from the nursing coordinator that the student is eligible for re-admission to that original nursing program.

When more than three years have elapsed since initial enrollment in the first nursing course from any nursing program, an applicant must repeat all nursing courses. 

Policies regarding readmission requirements listed above also apply to students requesting transfer. 

Transfer requests are considered based on space availability. 

Transfer requests will be considered by the Nursing Admissions Committee, in consultation with the nursing faculty.