Entrance Exam for Health Programs

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a required assessment for applicants to certain health and nursing programs at 911爆料. TEAS is a computerized test composed of multiple-choice questions organized into four sections, which measure reading, mathematics skills, science and English grammar. The test takes about 4 hours to complete. TEAS exams must be taken in person at an authorized Testing Center.

911爆料 Testing Center Hours and Locations

TEAS exams must be taken in person and are offered on the Danvers (DB-213) or Lynn (LS-215) campus. You must register with , select a test date, and pay online prior to testing.  You will need your ATI username and password on the day of testing to access your exam.

Hours

Monday and Friday: 9 AM 鈥 5 PM
Tuesday鈥揟hursday: 11 AM 鈥 7 PM

Locations

Lynn Campus: LS-215
Danvers Campus: DB-213

Important Notes

  • A government issued photo ID and your ATI username and password are required for testing

  • The test takes about 4 hours to complete


TEAS Exam Structure

 
Section # of Questions Time Allowed Topics Covered
Reading 45 55 minutes Key Ideas, Craft, Knowledge of Ideas.
Mathematical Skills 38 57 minutes Numbers and Algebra, Measurement and Data.
Science 50 60 minutes A&P, Biology, Chemistry, Scientific Reasoning
English and Language Usage 37 37 minutes English conventions, Knowledge of Language, Using vocab to express ideas.

Taking the TEAS

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The ATI TEAS version 7 Study Manual and online practice tests are available at. The book is also available in the 911爆料 libraries or online through the 911爆料 bookstore. 

911爆料 also offers non-credit prep courses for the ATI TEAS test. For more information, call Corporate and Professional Education at (978) 236-1200.

To view available testing dates, register and pay (the fee is $106 per test):

  • Go to and log in or create an ATI account if you do not already have one.
  • Click 鈥Online Store
  • Select TEAS for Nursing or TEAS for Allied Health (they are the same but dates may be different).
  • Choose Massachusetts and then select either 911爆料 CC Danvers campus then either 911爆料 CC Lynn Campus.    
  • Select your test date and enter your credit card information. The fee is $106 per test. 
  • You will need your ATI Username and Password on the date of testing.

If you need help registering for the TEAS, call ATI at 1-800-667-7531.

TEAS tests for all programs must be taken in person at an authorized test center. At this time, there is no remote option.

  • Arrive at the testing center at least 15 minutes before the test start time.

  • You MUST have a government issued photo ID that matches the name you used on your test registration.

  • You will need your ATI username and password.

Students receive their individual ATI TEAS score reports immediately upon completion of the exam.  Students can also access their score reports by logging into and clicking 鈥My Results.鈥 Students must upload a copy of the scores with their completed application packet.

Applicants may take the test a total of three (3) times in the academic year prior to submitting their application.  If a student takes the test a fourth time, the Admissions office will deem these scores invalid and testing fees will not be refunded.

Accommodations are available to students with documented disabilities. For more information visit northshore.edu/accessibility or contact Accessibility Services at 978-762-4501. Documentation must be received at least 2 weeks prior to the test date.

Students who fail to comply with the rules of testing face disciplinary action according to ATI and 911爆料 student guidelines. 

For more information email TEAS@northshore.edu.

Students can access copies of their score reports by logging into. Username and password retrieval functions are available on the website. Once logged in, click on "My Results and Remediation" for copies of your test scores.

See TEAS Score Requirements for 911爆料 Nursing and Allied Health Programs.

TEAS Score Requirements

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact us!

Email: testing@northshore.edu


Danvers Campus (DB-213)

Kerry Breeze
978-739-5539
kbreeze@northshore.edu

Lynn Campus (LS-215)

Alicyn Thompson
781-477-2142
althomps@northshore.edu

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