What is the Test of Essential Academic Skills?
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a four part, web-based, supervised assessment that includes subtest in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English language usage. The TEAS Test was developed by Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) to predict the academic readiness of applicants prior to admission into a healthcare program. There are 170 questions in total on the test.
The total testing time for all four test areas is 3 hours and 29 minutes. Most of the subtest are timed to average 75 seconds per item. The amount of time allotted for each subtest is:
- Reading = 50 minutes for 40 questions
- Mathematics = 56 minutes for 45 questions
- Science = 38 minutes for 30 questions
- English and Language Usage = 65 minutes for 55 questions
The TEAS is a computer based test, requiring only that you are able to point with a mouse and select the answer. Scoring is automatic; you will receive your score when you have finished the test.
Why do I need to take the TEAS Test?
Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) has made the TEAS test a requirement for admission to the Associate Degree in Nursing and Practical Nursing Certificate programs as of 2009 academic year.
MWCC strongly recommends that applicants complete program pre-and co-requisite courses especially English Composition I, Math and a four-credit lab science before taking the TEAS Test to enhance their knowledge base.
Registration and Payment
The registration fee is $40.00 which is nonrefundable/nontransferable. Applicants who cancel or fail to show up on the date of the test will be required to complete another registration form and pay the full registration fee when rescheduling.
The registration payment of $40.00 must be paid in person at our Student’s Accounts Office at our Gardner campus. Student Accounts Office is open Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. Once payment has been made the student must bring the payment receipt to Testing Services Office to register for the TEAS Test or call 978-630-9244. The Testing Services hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, Tuesday evenings by appointment. Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Seats are limited.
If you need to cancel or change your appointment you must call Testing Services 978-630-9244 at least 48 hours prior to your test date.
Retest Policy
Students are allowed to take the TEAS test twice in one year. The TEAS Test may be repeated after 45 days. To retest, the applicant is required to complete a registration form and pay the full fee.
Testing Days and Times
SEPTEMBER 2008
Thursday 4, 12:00pm
Friday 5, 8:30am
Tuesday 9, 8:30am
Thursday 11, 12:00pm
Tuesday 16, 8:30am
Wednesday 17, 8:30am
Thursday 18, 12:00pm
Monday 22, 12:00pm
Tuesday 23, 4:00pm
Wednesday 24, 12:00pm
Thursday 25, 8:30am
Tuesday 30, 8:30am
OCTOBER 2008
Thursday 2, 12:00pm
Friday 3, 8:30am
Thursday 9, 12:00pm
Friday 10, 8:30am
Tuesday 14, 12:00pm
Wednesday 15,12:00pm
Thursday 16, 8:30am
Tuesday 21, 8:30am
Thursday 23, 12:00pm
Friday 24, 8:30am
Monday 27, 8:30am
Tuesday 28, 12:00pm
Thursday 30, 8:30am
NOVEMBER 2008
Tuesday 4, 12:00pm
Thursday 6, 8:30am
Friday 7, 8:30am
Thursday 13, 8:30am
Friday 14, 8:30am
Tuesday 18, 4:00pm
Thursday 20, 8:30am
Friday 21, 8:30am
Monday 24, 12:00pm
Tuesday 25, 8:30am
DECEMBER 2008
Tuesday 2, 12:00pm
Thursday 4, 8:30am
Friday 5, 8:30am
Monday 8, 12:00pm
Tuesday 9, 8:30am
Thursday11, 8:30am
Tuesday 16, 4:00pm
Thursday 18, 8:30am
Friday 19, 8:30am
Monday 22, 8:30am
Preparation for the TEAS
There are several available study options for the TEAS, including online and/or book practice assessments and a study manual. Go to www.atitesting.com/onlinestore for more information. These materials are only available through ATI.
To learn more about TEAS, access the website at: www.atitesting.com.
To see a practice test, go to www.testprepreview.com, select TEAS Test Practice.
On the Day of the Test
- Students must bring a valid picture ID to be admitted into the testing room. Students will not be allowed to take the test without photo identification.
- Please arrive at room 128C 15 minutes before the starting time. Late applicants will not be permitted to enter the test room once the test has started and must make another appointment.
- Students will receive their test results before leaving the testing site.
- Calculators are not permitted at the testing site or during the test.
- Pencils and scrap paper will be provided and collected when the test is completed.
- Cell phones, IPods, pagers (and other electronic devices) and books, notes or study guides are prohibited from use during the test session. Any applicant using any of the above during the test session will be asked to leave the testing site immediately.
- Test dates are subject to change.