Testing Center

ATI TEAS (TEST OF ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC SKILLS)

The Assessment Technologies Institute - Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI-TEAS) exam is an admissions requirement for the Practical Nursing (PRCN) Program, LPN-RN Transition (TRANS) Program, and the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program at Kapiʻolani Community College. This test is administered in-person and by appointment only at the Testing Center in Lama Library.

Please follow the procedures below to take your ATI TEAS test.

1.   Schedule your ATI TEAS test

• Status of Spring 2023 test dates (January 17 - April 21, 2023): OPEN FOR APPOINTMENTS
• There will be no testing on weekends, holidays, and Spring Break.
• If you have an appointment and no longer wish to test, please notify us to cancel ASAP so that your seat can be used by other students.
  
  SCHEDULE YOUR TEST
   
• Availability is limited and seats fill up quickly. Contact the Testing Center at 808.734.9144 for more information about future test availability.
• After you schedule your test, you will receive an e-mail confirming the date and time of your testing appointment.

2.   Prepare for the test

• NEW USERS: Create an ATI account by going to the ATI TEAS website and clicking on "I am preparing for or taking the TEAS", then "Create Account."
• EXISTING USERS: If you forgot your username or need to reset your password, click on the "Forgot username or password?" link on the ATI student portal login page.
• STUDY MANUAL: The TEAS study manual can be purchased either through the ATI website or the Kapiʻolani CC Bookstore:
  • Purchase the 2022 - 2023 TEAS Study Manual on the ATI Website ($25.00).
  • Purchase via the Kapiʻolani CC Bookstore ($24.95).

3.   On your scheduled test day

• If you or someone you are in close contact with is sick, please don't come to campus.
• Arrive 10 - 15 minutes prior to your exam appointment time.
• Bring the following:
  • A photo ID (Drivers license / permit, State ID, Military ID, School ID, Permanent Resident Card, etc).
  • A pen or pencil.
  • A face mask (this is RECOMMENDED in the testing room).
  • Proctoring Fee: $65 cash only. Exact amount please, no change can be given.
  • ATI TEAS Fee: $65 credit / debit card only. You will pay this fee on the ATI website on the day of your test.
    IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR DEBIT CARD USERS: If you plan to pay your ATI TEAS fee by debit card, be sure to have sufficient funds in your account well before your scheduled test day, otherwise you run the risk of having your debit card payment being declined.
• The Testing Center will provide scratch paper.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

> How do I cancel or reschedule my test appointment?
Please contact the Testing Center by e-mail (kcctest@hawaii.edu) or call 808.734.9144 during normal business hours.

> How do I arrange for testing accommodations?
To arrange for testing accommodations, you are required to be properly registered with the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) (phone: 808.734.9552, e-mail: kapdss@hawaii.edu) AND you must also contact Michelle Carter (e-mail: mcarter@hawaii.edu) to ensure your ATI account is properly setup with the appropriate time accommodations.  Please make arrangements for accommodations well in advance of your test date.

> What is your retesting policy?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: You may take the test again after waiting 90 days.

For all other programs: Contact your nursing department for specific re-test policies.

> How long are my test scores valid for?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: ATI TEAS test scores are valid for three (3) years.

For all other programs: Contact your campus nursing department for specific information.

> What is considered a passing score?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: Passing scores depends on the nursing program you are applying for.  Contact the Nursing Department for details.

For all other programs: Contact your campus nursing department for specific information.

> What is the structure and time limit for the ATI TEAS test?
The ATI TEAS consists of 4 sections and has a total combined time limit of 209 minutes.  You may work at your own pace within the time limit allotted for each section:

Last Reviewed: 10/26/2022