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Test of Essential Academic Skills

Students applying to certain health programs (Pre-Dental, Pre-Nursing) at Isothermal Community College are required to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).

Registering for the TEAS test

The estimated cost for the TEAS VI test is $87.00, payable by debit or credit card through ATI.Payment will be made when you sign up for the TEAS exam through ATI Testing.

The TEAS includes Reading, Math (including Algebra), Science, and English sections.

To take the TEAS exam

  • Create an ATI account and keep your login information for your exam day
  • Register through ATI's website 30 days before your exam date.
    • Pre-nursing: Search for "Isothermal CC Nursing TEAS"
    • Pre-dental: Search for "Isothermal CC Dental TEAS"
  • Arrive 15 minutes early with a current photo ID.
  • Rescheduling/refunds are handled directly though ATI.

Create your account with ATI

Schedule an exam at the ICC

If you would like additional tips, learn what you can and cannot bring with you, or prepare for your TEAS exam, you may find additional resources at atitesting.com.

 

Requirements for Second Attempt

Students taking the TEAS exam at Isothermal Community College are granted two attempts per year, with a mandatory 30-day waiting period between attempts.  We highly recommend that students utilize TEAS exam preparation resources before proceeding with their second attempt.

How to prepare for your exam

The ATI TEAS website has a variety of resources that are available to testers to help prepare and practice for the TEAS test.

ATI Testing

Learn what to bring, subject matter, and everything you need to know from ATI Testing.

TEAS Exam Details

Library

LearningExpress Library is available to all Isothermal students using their campus login. Once on the LearningExpress homepage search for “teas” to find the study material and practice tests. You will need to set up a LearningExpress login to use the materials and track your progress. If you have trouble with your campus login, contact the Help Desk. If you have other problems, contact the Library. The Library also has copies of the official TEAS study manual on Reserve for a one-week checkout. If you do not already have an Isothermal library card, please bring a picture ID to sign up for one. 

Learning Express Library   Help Desk   Library Services

College and Career Readiness

College and Career Readiness is offering free classes to prepare for the ATI TEAS exam. This course will go over reading skills and strategies, math, and science of the human body. This course can be done at the convenience of your own home. Private tutoring is also available by their staff.

Contact Barbara Callahan at 828-395-1631 (leave a message) or bcallahan@isothermal.edu to register.

 

Testing with accommodations

Accommodations may be available to testers with documented disabilities.

Testers who want to take the test at Isothermal Community College Testing Center must contact the Counselor and Student Advocacy Coordinator to request accommodations. Call 828-395-4136 or email counseling@isothermal.edu  for more information.

Accommodations may also be available for the At-Home ATI proctored option and the PSI Test Center option. Testers using these options should not contact the college, you will need to contact ATI or PSI for additional information.

Testing with accommodations at ATI

Contact for information

The Patriot Hub
Student Center, Room 32
Office: 828-395-1436

Office hours

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - noon

Subject to change depending on availability.