Pre-Admission Nursing Conference and TEAS Information
Associate Degree Nursing (RN)
LPN (currently licensed) to ADN Bridge
- Programs Offered
- Preferences for Selective Admission
- Minimum Requirements
- Admission Process
- Expenses
- "Things to Know"
Traditional ADN
- 3-5 days per week
- 4 semesters
- Acceptance number varies each semester
LPN (currently licensed) to ADN Bridge
- 3-5 days per week
- 3 semesters
- Acceptance number varies each semester
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Upon acceptance, students will enter into the 2nd semester of the ADN Program.
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Complete and submit DATA REPORT FORM which is found at the end of presentation. Click on link provided.
- All required information, including Data Report Form, official TEAS transcript (if taken at another institution), official ACT and official college transcripts (if taken at another institution beside KCTCS), must be received by the application deadline.
- Transcripts should be sent to the Office of the Registrar
- Do not submit CPR or Nurse Aide documentation until after you have been admitted. You will be instructed where to upload these documents once you have been accepted and enrolled in the first nursing course.
- Pre Nursing Conferences must be viewed online prior to each application cycle and new Data Report Form submitted
- To schedule to take the ATI TEAS assessment, call Workforce Solutions at (270) 686-4444
- If unsuccessful on the TEAS, a minimum 4 week waiting period is required prior to retesting
- The TEAS may only be attempted a maximum of 3 times per calendar year
*Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the National League of Nursing (NLN) Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) , Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
*Clinical facilities utilized by the OCTC Nursing Program require criminal background checks, drug screening, health screenings, and vaccinations. Clinical facilities may allow vaccination exemptions. OCTC does not have the authority to grant any exemption request. Clinical facilities can deny student participation in clinical rotations based on results of criminal background checks, drug screens, previous termination/disciplinary issues which occurred during employment by the agency, or any other reason. Completion of clinical rotations is required to successfully complete courses in the nursing program. If a clinical facility denies a student admittance to clinical for any reason, the student is subject to denial of admission and/or dismissal from the nursing program. OCTC does not accept responsibility for student ineligibility for clinical participation and subsequent consequences that may occur.
Check your KCTCS student e-mail accounts often!
- All communication from the Nursing Department (including your acceptance or denial into the program) will occur via your KCTCS student e-mail account
- If you do not have a KCTCS account, please list an alternate e-mail address on your Data Report Form
- Fall Acceptance/Denial letters should be sent in April
- Spring Acceptance/Denial letters should be sent in October
- It is the recommendation of the Nursing Faculty at OCTC that any accepted student review their A&P content carefully as proficient knowledge of this content will be expected in all NSG courses
Lori Donahoo DNP, RN, CNE
Nursing Program Director
(270) 686-4548
Lori.donahoo@kctcs.edu
Nursing at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of nursing functions. Therefore all students should possess:
- Sufficient visual acuity, such as needed in the accurate preparation and administration of medications, and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care.
- Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitor, stethoscope, IV infusion pump, 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 communications skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the individual’s interest.
- Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.
Please, complete and submit the electronic form above.
Thank you for your interest in our program.
Pre-Admission & TEAS Information
TEAS is now offered Monday - Thursday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and one Friday each month at 9:30 a.m. Register for the TEAS today!
What is the ATI TEAS Assessment?
The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Assessment is a 170 question, time limited, multiple choice, proctored assessment designed to test basic knowledge in reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage.
How can I prepare for the assessment?
ATI TEAS Study Guides may be checked out from the OCTC Library on the main campus on a one (1) week loan. There are also ATI TEAS Study Guides in the library at the Downtown Campus.
Do I need to bring a calculator?
No, calculators are embedded in the online version and will be provided by testing center.
Where and when is it available?
The ATI TEAS Assessment will be administered at the OCTC Downtown Campus located at 1501 Frederica Street, Room 2. Room numbers are subject to change.
How much will it cost?
ATI TEAS Assessment fee: $90.00
What should I bring?
Please bring a photo ID and KCTCS student ID number to the testing site.
How do I get my score s to the OCTC Nursing Department?
If you take the TEAS at OCTC, you will not need to do anything. We will pull those scores from atitesting.com and enter them in PeopleSoft (the KCTCS student records system).
How can I send a copy of my TEAS score/TEAS transcript to the OCTC Nursing Department?
If you tested at another KCTCS institution you may be able to have someone at that campus enter your scores into PeopleSoft. If not, you must go to ATI’s online store at www.atitesting.com and select TEAS Products/TEAS Discover Transcripts. There is a $27 charge. Transcripts are sent immediately by email. A paper copy from the student is not accepted.
It is your responsibility to ensure that your scores are received bt the admission deadline.
If you test at OCTC, you are required to enter your KCTCS student ID at the time of testing to ensure that the scores can be used for nursing admission.
Can I retake the ATI TEAS assessment?
The ATI TEAS assessment may be taken a maximum of 3 times per year with a 4 week wait period between attempts.
If a student can only pay in cash, or doesn't have a computer to register for the exam, you may register at OCTC Downtown Campus, Workforce Solutions at 1501 Frederica Street, Owensboro< KY 42301. Call (270) 686-4444.
For more information on the ATI TEAS Assessment as well as information on purchasing a study guide and online practice tests, please visit www.atitesting.com, or contact lori.donahoo@kctcs.edu.
