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TCL Division of Health Science
Programs Associate in Applied Science -
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
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Nursing ProgramMulti-entry/Multi-exit
Dean Marge Sapp, MSN, APRN, BC• Accredited:
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
• Fall and Spring Entry
• Accept 40 students fall & spring entry
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Nursing ProgramMulti entry/Multi exit Program
PN Option (Fall entry only) Diploma
3 semesters Fall, spring, &
graduate summer 42 credits
Eligible for NCLEX-PN exam (LPN)
RN Option (fall & spring) Associate Degree
5 semesters 68 credits
Eligible for NCLEX-RN exam (RN)
LPN-AP Enter 1st year, second
semester Complete in 4 semesters Eligible for NCLEX-RN
exam (RN)
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Deadline for Applications to the Nursing
Program
Fall 2013 entry April 1, 2013
Spring 2014 entry September 3, 2013
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How Do I Begin?1. Apply to the college
• Building 2 (Coleman Hall) in Beaufort• New River Campus in Bluffton• Hampton Campus (Mungin Center) in Hampton• Online at www.tcl.edu. • Acceptance to TCL does NOT guarantee acceptance
into a health science program
2. Have ALL official transcripts sent to college’s Beaufort Admissions Office
• High school or GED certificate• All college• Assure these transcripts are also on file in the Division
of Health Sciences.
3. Apply for Financial Aid
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I’ve never been to College!Placement test – COMPASS
1. Make appointment to take• Testing Center (Building 1, Room 201) Beaufort
• Call (843) 525-8344• New River Campus in Bluffton
• Call (843) 470-6024• Hampton Campus in Hampton
• Call (803) 943-42622. Tests
• English• Math• Reading
3. Takes at least 2 hours to complete4. Get results immediately
• Establishes readiness for college courses
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I’ve been to college!Do I need to take the
COMPASS?A grade of a “C” or better in
• College English and college math (algebra) OR
• History/Psychology and college math (algebra)
MAY NOT need to take COMPASS!
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Is there a time limit on College courses?
Math and Science have 5 year time limit
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What is next? Advising appointment
Call (843) 525-8267
Bring Compass results (if applicable) Determine curriculum readiness May need to take college courses to evaluate academic
success
Bring College transcripts (if applicable) Evaluate courses for transfer Need grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or greater
Take required Entrance Test (TEAS) after the advising appointment
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What is the TEAS? Entrance Test Tests English, math, reading, and science skills
No calculators Computerized
Results are good for 3 years at TCL Cost is $35
Pay for test in Building 2, Cashier
Takes about 3 ½ hours to complete Computerized Able to print results on completion
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TEAS Reading 50 minutes
Math 56 minutes
Science 50 minutes
English 50 minutes
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Is there a study guide?
YesAvailable to the TCL Bookstore
Cost $ 61
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Where do I go to take the TEAS Test?
Testing Center-Beaufort Campus Located in Building # 1
Call 843-525-8344 to schedule a testing time
Must have and present: Receipt of payment Picture ID Bring pencils (scrap paper provided)
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TEAS at BEAUFORT ONLY
Call 843-525-83442 to schedule a testing time
Must have and present: Receipt of payment Picture ID Bring pencils (scrap paper provided)
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The TEAS is computerized Timed test
Key to success Tutoring available at the Academic
Support Center 525-8221 Use study guide available Practice the sample tests with a timer
TCL Testing Center web site www.tcl.edu
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Can I get a copy of my results?
YesThe results may be printed
from the ATITESTING.COM site
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What is passing?
Composite Average
73% Version IV
63% Version V
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How often can I take it?
May retake the test one time in a 12 month period
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I passed the TEAS Test! What do I do now?
Complete program specific health science application checklist
andreturn to Division of Health
Sciencesfor an application.
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Application Checklist Complete health science program
checklist Sign application checklist Turn signed application checklist into the
Division of Health Sciences for program specific application process.
Bring a copy of your TEAS results Meet the published application
deadline dates.
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Let’s Wrap It Up!
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Tie Up the Loose Ends
1. Apply to TCL2. Request ALL official transcripts be sent to
TCL Admissions officea) Assure copies have been sent to the Division
of Health Sciences3. Meet with Health Science advisor4. Take entrance exam (TEAS Test)5. Apply by published deadlines
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Questions?
Email [email protected]
Call 843-525-8267 to schedule an appointment Thank you for your interest in the Nursing Program at TCL