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Nursing School Entrance Exams Prep
Prepare well for your entrance exam because every nurse needs a great start!
- 10 Interactive Lessons and 69 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 410 Practice Test Questions and 8 Full Length Tests
Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access
10Interactive Lessons
69Topics
410Practice Test Questions
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Our practical guide to Nursing School Entrance Exams walks you through every step – from choosing the right program to tackling tricky exams like the TEAS, HESI, and NLN PAX-RN.
With a solid study plan and a breakdown of verbal, math, science, and reading comprehension skills, you’ll acquire skills to pass the exams and step into the nursing profession confidently.
So, are you ready to wear the scrubs?
- Evaluate which nursing education program is the best fit for you.
- Navigate the nursing school admissions process with confidence.
- Master test-taking strategies for various nursing entrance exams.
- Apply time-management techniques to balance study and life.
- Identify key areas to focus on to improve your test scores.
- Analyze and improve your verbal, reading, and mathematical skills.
- Review essential science concepts, including biology, chemistry, and physics.
- Sharpen your problem-solving abilities with practical math and science exercises.
- Prepare for different types of questions on the nursing entrance exams.
Course Highlights
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10 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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410 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
10 Interactive Lessons · 69 topics01 Getting Into Nursing School: Mary Ann Cantrell, PhD, RN 7 topics +
- What is a Nurse?
- Is a Nursing Career Right for You?
- Advantages and Rewards of a Nursing Career
- Types of Nursing Education Programs
- Which Program is Right for You?
- The Admissions Process and How to Apply
- Financial Aid for Nursing Students
02 All About the Exams 4 topics +
- National League for Nursing Pre-admission Examination (Nln Pax-rn)
- Test of Essential Academic Skills (Teas)
- Psychological Services Bureau (Psb) Nursing School Aptitude Examination (Rn)
- Evolve Reach (Hesi) Admission Assessment (A2)
03 Setting Up Your Study Plan 2 topics +
- Create a Plan That is Right for You
- Use Time Wisely
04 Strategies to Raise Your Score 2 topics +
- General Test-taking Strategies
- Tips for Test Day
05 Diagnostic Test 5 topics +
- Section 1: Verbal Skills
- Section 2: Reading Comprehension
- Section 3: Mathematics
- Section 4: Science
- Diagnostic Test Evaluation Charts
06 Verbal Ability 6 topics +
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence Structure
- Punctuation and Capitalization
- Capitalization
- Spelling
07 Reading Comprehension 4 topics +
- Preparing for Reading Comprehension
- Types of Reading Comprehension Questions
- Test-taking Tips for Reading Comprehension
- Quizzes and Answers
08 Mathematical Ability 16 topics +
- Computation
- Number Properties
- Exponents
- Roots
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Percentages
- Converting Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
- Mean, Median, and Mode
- Algebra
- Charts, Graphs, and Tables
- Proportions and Ratios
- Converting U.S. And Metric Units
- Applied Math
- Geometry
- Spatial Relations
09 Science Review 23 topics +
- Review of Biological Sciences: Cell Structure
- Organ System Anatomy
- Plants
- Mendelian Genetics
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Ecology
- Diversity of Life
- Review of Health and Nutrition
- Review of Physical Sciences: Chemistry-scientific Notation and the Metric System
- Atomic Structure
- The Periodic Table
- Bonding
- Phases of Matter
- The Mole
- Solutions
- Organic Chemistry
- Acids and Bases
- Review of Physical Sciences: Physics- Kinematics
- Newtonian Mechanics
- Work and Energy
- Waves
- Electricity
- Scientific Method, Scientific Reasoning, and Experimental Methodology
10 Evaluation Charts +
03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is a nursing school entrance exam? +
A nursing school entrance exam is designed to assess your academic abilities in science, reading, and verbal skills, helping schools determine if you’re ready for nursing coursework.
Which entrance exam is required for nursing school? +
Common nursing entrance exams include the TEAS, HESI, NLN PAX-RN, and PSB, though requirements vary by program.
What is a passing score for nursing entrance exams? +
Passing scores differ by exam and program, but generally, a score between 60-75% is considered competitive.
How much does it cost to take a nursing entrance exam? +
Exam fees range from $50 to $150, depending on the test and the school administering it.
Do all nursing programs require an entrance exam? +
Not all programs require an entrance exam, but many competitive schools use them to evaluate applicants. Check with your school to confirm their requirements.
What happens after I pass the nursing entrance exam? +
After passing, you’ll move forward in the admissions process, which usually includes interviews, submitting additional documents, or receiving an acceptance letter to your nursing program.
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