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Practical Nursing Program

Program Prerequisites

Program Prerequisites may be taken during the first semester of study; see an example Degree Map.  Many prerequisite courses may be taken as dual credit in high school.
Please note actual plans for individual students will vary based on advisor recommendations and academic needs.
The following criteria must be complete or nearly complete prior to application for admission into the Practical Nursing program:
1.    All students must first be admitted to the university. For information on university admissions, contact the College of Technology Student Services office at (208) 282-2622.
2.    Completion of the following prerequisite courses or equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher; HO 1111 OR BIOL 2227/2227L and BIOL 2228/2228L OR BIOL 3301/3301L and BIOL 3302/3302L; LLIB 1115: ENGL 1101 
3.    A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 
4.    Current Certified Nursing Assistant card OR JST verification of medic/corpsman
5.    On-line Dosage Calculation Math Course from Workforce Training
6.    Current CPR certification (Healthcare Provider) from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Admission Process

Admission to the LPN Program is determined during Spring semester for the cohort beginning Fall semester the same year.

Students must have submitted a complete application by February 1st to be considered for admission.

Please review the Application Checklist to ensure all required materials are submitted to the student services office at the Eames complex:

• Postal Address 921 S. 8^th Ave, Stop 8230, Pocatello, ID 83209
• Physical Address for the Eames Complex is 1999 Alvin Ricken Dr. Pocatello, ID, 83201.

Candidates will take a nationally normed admission test that determines the students overall academic readiness to perform effectively in a nursing program. This test includes reading, math, writing and science. These scores are combined with cumulative GPA earned (includes all post-secondary coursework), years of work experience as a CNA as documented from previous or current employer to rank-order applicants for each admission class.

TEAS Testing

The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a nationally standardized assessment in Reading, Mathematics, English and Language Usage, and Science. The TEAS is designed specifically to evaluate a student's preparedness for entry into health science programs. Research has demonstrated a strong correlation between TEAS performance and future academic success in nursing and allied health programs.

Applicants are responsible for purchasing and scheduling their TEAS examination. The 麻豆传媒AV Practical Nursing Program offers TEAS testing for applicants without additional proctoring fees. Applicants may also choose to test through ATI's online testing platform for an additional fee.

To be considered for admission, TEAS test scores must meet the following requirements:

• TEAS scores must be from an examination completed within twelve (12) months of the application deadline.
• Applicants are permitted a maximum of two (2) TEAS attempts within the eligibility period.
• A minimum of thirty (30) days must elapse between TEAS testing attempts.
• The TEAS examination must be completed by the February 1 application deadline.

For information about preparing for the TEAS examination, visit ATI's TEAS Preparation resources at.

ATI also offers remote testing options for an additional fee. For more information or to register for an ATI-proctored exam, visit.

TEAS testing at ISU:.

Already taken the TEAS? If an applicant has completed the TEAS previously within 12 months of the application deadline they can request an official transcript be sent to Tashina Hunsaker at 麻豆传媒AV PN Program.

ATI Code: ID State U PN

For any additional questions regarding TEAS please contact Student Services at (208) 282-2622.