TEAS

The TEAS exam is a required entrance exam for the Nursing, Radiologic Technology and Dental Hygiene programs at CBC. It is a four-hour, computer based assessment that will test your Reading, Science, English/Language, and Mathematics skills.

There is an exam fee of $115.00 payable online and due via the ATI testing website every time you take this test.  

If you have a documented emergency and are unable to test on the purchased date, you must contact ATI prior to your appointment time. Detailed information on how to submit proper documentation can be found in the TEAS confirmation email you received.

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Fall 2023 testing windows vary based on which program you're applying for:

Nursing and Rad Tech applicants may test September 2022 to March 2023. 

Dental Hygiene applicants may test September 2022 to February 2023.

CBC applicants for all programs may test only twice during the window.

Schedule your TEAS test by registering directly with ATI. Be sure to select "Columbia Basin TEAS" at the time of your TEAS registration purchase to ensure your scores are sent to us, otherwise you'll need to purchase a transcript after you complete the exam.

During the registration process, Nursing,  Radiologic Technology and Dental Hygiene testers should all select "Nursing" when prompted.

If you need help during the registration process, contact us at 509-547-0511 or by%20email. We're here to help!

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If you're planning to test in person, you'll need your valid, government-issued picture ID, your CBC student ID (if available), and your ATI username and password.

Please visit our COVID-19 Safety Measures page to learn about current health and safety protocols.

You will need a computer with a microphone, a webcam, a strong internet connection, your valid, government-issued photo ID, your CBC student ID (if available), and your ATI username and password. For more information and full system requirements, visit the ATI Teas Online Remote Proctored Exam website.

The following on-campus resources are available to students who plan to test remotely:

Do you have your own laptop, but need access to a quiet space and internet to test?

Contact the Academic Success Center at 509-542-4676 to schedule a room on campus during regular office hours. Reservations are based on availability, so please confirm campus space before scheduling your exam with ATI.

Do you need access to an on-campus computer to test?

Contact the Assessment Center at 509-547-0511 to schedule space in one of our quiet computer labs. Reservations are based on availability, so please confirm campus space before scheduling your exam with ATI.

Are you a currently-enrolled CBC student who does not have a laptop, and/or needs a wi-fi hotspot to test?

Contact the CBC Library at 509-542-4887 or visit the laptop/hotspot FAQ page for more information. If you need to request these devices, please allow sufficient time before scheduling your exam with ATI.

Per ATI policy, once you have submitted your order, it is non-cancellable. ATI requires you acknowledge this policy before you may register or pay for your test. No returns, refunds, reschedules, or credits are made available. 

For additional questions, please call the ATI Customer Service line at 800-667-7531.   

The TEAS test takes four hours.

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The ATI website gives you access to a nursing blog, prep books, FAQs, videos, events, webinars and more!

ATI website

You can also purchase test prep books from the CBC bookstore!

CBC Bookstore

You can also visit the CBC Library's PrepSTEP® for Colleges database for access to free practice tests online. Registration requires a valid email address and a password.  No student ID is required!  Once you’ve registered, you can use the search bar on the homepage to look for free TEAS practice resources.

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Personal calculators are not permitted, but access to a four-function, online calculator is included during your test.

You will receive your scores at the end of the test session. TEAS test proctors are not permitted to interpret or advise students regarding these results. Please contact the program for more information.

Yes. You have one retake during a testing window for the TEAS test.

Yes. Scores are only valid for two academic years.

You will need to request an official transcript from within your ATI testing account.

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It is your responsibility to contact the Assessment Center after sending your TEAS transcript to CBC. You may call, email or come in and see us with the following information:

• Your name
• Your student ID number (if available)
• Your date of birth
• The date you tested
• The name of the testing center
• Your current phone number

Services for qualified students with disabilities are available! Students who have documented learning and/or physical disabilities and need to request testing accommodations by contacting CBC Disability Support Services at 509-452-4412, by%20email or by visiting Room T403 of the T Building before scheduling a placement test. 

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