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Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation
The El Paso County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Orientation Objective
Welcome to the On-line Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation !
Information will be provided regarding the Specialized Admissions procedure and ranking process.
Specialized Admissions
Specialized Admissions
The On-line Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation will :
I. Cover Specialized Admissions requirements to qualify for rankingII. Discuss process of ranking and selectionIII. Highlight student responsibility after receiving conditional acceptanceIV. Explain full acceptance and registration for Nursing coursesV. Review/QuizVI. Download Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of the On-line Nursing Specialized AdmissionsOrientation, you will need to complete a quiz. An 80% passing rate is required to continue. Once you have successfully completed the quiz ,you can download the Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation Certificate of Completion form.
Orientation Outline
Center for Students with Disabilities
• If you have a disability that requires special assistance, your Nursing Counselor will work with our faculty and the Center for Students with Disabilities to meet your needs.
Specialized Admissions Requirements for Nursing Programs
Nursing programs have Specialized Admissions requirements in addition to the college’s standardadmissions process.
Some of these requirements are mandated bystate or federal legislation. Others are based on the standards set by accreditation agencies.
Nursing Qualification and Ranking Changes
Let’s Discuss.....
Effective June 2013 you will need to take the TEAS Version Vassessment and meet minimum scores to qualify and rank.
The information provided in this Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation reflects the proposed changes for qualification and ranking effective for June 2013 for nursing applicants.
Nursing Qualification and Ranking Changes
Specialized Admissions
Specialized Admissions
Effective June 2013 Ranking
BIOL 2420 -Microorganisms and Disease will no longer be a ranking course.
BIOL 2420 –Microorganisms and Disease will continue to be a degree requirement for the Nursing Associate of Applied Science degree and will:
have a 10 year limit be a course prerequisite to second semester, RNSG 1441.
Nursing Qualification and Ranking Changes
Let’s Discuss......Qualification
Specialized Admissions
This criteria is a competitive two part process:Specialized Admissions criteria will be applied in accordance to the current college catalog at the time of ranking.
First part requires that you complete all general requirements, program specific requirements, assessment and mandatory course work.
Second part is the ranking of qualified applicants.Ranking is based on most recent TEAS Version V scores and grades received on the specific program ranking courses.
Qualification and Ranking Process
Let’s Discuss......Application and Declaration of Nursing Major
Specialized Admissions
o Students need to successfully complete a mandatory Health Careers Orientation –On-line and• download a Health Careers Specialized Admissions Orientation Application to declare a Nursing
major. • submit completed Health Careers Specialized Admissions Orientation Application, along with a $10
application fee paid at the Cashier’s window, to :VV Campus , 919 Hunter, Student Services Building
Admissions Office , SSC 039 or SSC 005 o A student’s primary major will be declared as Associate of Arts until official acceptance into their
nursing program is received.o Students may declare up to two secondary Health Careers majors
NOTE: The Health Careers Orientation provides general qualification and ranking information for most Health Majors except Nursing. Information concerning the ACCUPLACER assessment is not applicable to nursing applicants. As you proceed with this on-line Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation you will see the information pertinent to nursing applicants.
It is the student’s responsibility to assure that the application is received and logged into Banner for qualification and ranking.
Application Process for Local Applicants
Specialized Admissions
o Students need to successfully complete a mandatory Health Careers Orientation –On-line and• download a Health Careers Specialized Admissions Orientation Application to declare Nursing major. • mail completed Health Careers Specialized Admissions Orientation Application, along with a paid $10
application fee o To pay the $10 application fee on-line, contact the Tuitions department at El Paso Community College so they
can place the charges into the system under your student ID. Tuitions Department can be reached at any one of the following numbers: (915)-831-2589 (915)-831-2022 (915)-831-2823
Mail Application to : El Paso Community College, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998,c/o Denise Schirmer, Specialized Admissions Office
o A student’s primary major will be declared as Associate of Arts until official acceptance into their nursing program is received. Students may declare up to two secondary Health Careers majors
NOTE: The Health Careers Orientation provides general qualification and ranking information for most Health Majors except for Nursing. Information concerning the ACCUPLACER assessment is not applicable to nursing applicants. As you proceed with the on-line Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation you will view the information pertinent to nursing applicants.
It is the student’s responsibility to assure that the application is received and logged into Banner for qualification and ranking.
Application Process for Mail in Applicants
Let’s Discuss......General Requirements
Applicant Must: Health Careers Orientation and Application
Assessment Transcripts
be accepted byEl Paso Community
College as an academiccredit student
complete a mandatory Health Careers Orientation
submit application and pay a $10 application fee at Cashier’s window
demonstrate minimum competency levels on the TEAS Version V assessment
request official transcripts from high school or GED scores and all prior colleges/ universities
possess a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher
Submit application to:
Valle Verde Campus, SSC 039- or SSC 005, Student Services Bldg.
OR
Effective June 2013 ranking, Nursing majors will need to take TEAS -Version V assessment
transliteration of foreign coursework is required
Mail to : El Paso Community College
P.O. Box 20500, c/o Specialized Admissions
Office, El Paso TX. 79998
Specialized AdmissionsGeneral Requirements
Specialized Admissions
It is the student’s responsibility to assure that official transcripts from high school or GED scores and all prior colleges/universities are received and logged into Banner. If a student’s official GED scores or High school transcripts are not received, a student will not be eligible to qualify for ranking. All official transcripts should be sent directly to the:
EPCC Admissions OfficeP.O. Box 20500
El Paso, TX 79998
General Requirements
Complete any course prerequisites as indicated in the degree plan
If applicable, must meet meningitis immunization or booster as requiredby The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board effective Spring 2012.
A minimum grade of “C” or higher is required in all academic and specialized nursing courses
Work closely with your designated nursing counselor as youprogress through qualification for ranking.
Additional General Requirements
Specialized Admissions
Let’s Discuss......Assessment
Subtest Number of Questions
Number of Questions
Scored
Time Allocated
Reading 48 42 58 minutesMathematics 34 30 51 minutesScience 54 48 66 minutesEnglish and Language Usage 34 30 34 minutes
Total Number of Questions 170 150
Specialized AdmissionsTEAS Content and Subsections
NOTE: Although you are tested on 170 questions, only 150 are scored; the remaining 20 questions are collective data for research purposes.
Specialized Admissions
If you are ranking on June 2013 for Fall 2013 entry you will takethe TEAS Version V assessment.
Minimum Passing Scores: Banner Posting ScoresReading 70% 0700Math 69% 0690Science 53% 0530English and 63% 0630Language Usage
Official scores must contain all four (4) subject areas Reading, English and Language, Usage, Math and Science.
Contact a Nursing Counselor for testing and re-testing guidelines.
TEAS Version V Study Guide can be purchased at: www.atitesting.com
Assessment
Specialized Admissions
READING 42-Total Items Scored
Paragraph andPassage Comprehension 19
Informational Source Comprehension 23
Content and Sub Content Area Descriptions
• Reading portion contains questions related to paragraph and passage comprehension.
• You will be required to read a given text and answer questions pertaining to that text. For the informational source comprehensionquestions, you need to respond to a graphic or statement.
TEAS Content and Subsections
Minimum passing score for Reading is 70%.Banner posting score is 0700
Specialized Admissions
MATH 30-Total Items Scored
Numbers and Operations 19 Measurement 4 Data Interpretation 3 Algebraic Applications 4
Content and Sub Content Area Descriptions
The math portion covers numbers and operations, measurements, data interpretation and algebra. Calculators are not allowed .
TEAS Content and Subsections
Minimum passing score for Math is 69%.Banner posting score is 0690
Specialized Admissions
SCIENCE 48-Total Items Scored Human Body Science 11 Life Science 15 Earth and Physical Science 14 Scientific Reasoning 8
Content and Sub Content Area DescriptionsThe Science section covers the four listed categories.
1) Human Body Science-two areas: anatomy and physiology-the structure and the function of organs, body and nervous system
2) Life Science-covers biological classification system, Charles Darwin, nucleic acids-specifically DNA, parts of cell, chromosomes, genes proteins
3) Earth and Physical Science- chemical properties of water, atoms or molecules, evaporation and condensation
4) Scientific Reasoning-formulate scientific explanations and models; arguments for scientific investigations
TEAS Content and Subsections
Minimum passing score for Science is 53%Banner posting score is 0530
Specialized Admissions
ENGLISH and 30-Total Items ScoredLANGUAGE USAGE
Grammar and WordMeanings in Context 15
Spelling and Punctuation 9 Structure 6
Content and Sub Content Area Descriptions
The English and Language Usage portion covers grammar, word meaning, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure.• Identify parts of a sentence and remove
errors.• Identify subject- verb agreement; 1st, 2nd
and 3rd person; singular, plural• Use of dialogue; sentence fluency• Homophones- words that sound alike but,
are spelled differently
TEAS Content and Subsections
Minimum passing score for English and Language Usage is 63%. Banner posting score is 0630
TEAS-Version V Test of Essential Academic Skills
Taking all subject areas or a portion of TEAS Version V will
count as ONE attempt
Effective June 2013 ranking
All four competency levels must be met.Reading, English and Language Usage, Math, Science
Students have the option to take one
subject area at a time or all subjects together.
Students may re-test every 45 days
A 12 month period is defined as one year from
the student’s first attempt at taking the
TEAS Version V
Students can test and/or re-retest a total
of four times per 12 month period
If a student is unsuccessful after their
fourth and final attempt , they will need to sit out for one year and re-qualify for
ranking.
Official scores will be available in Banner 48
hours after testing
Only the most RECENT test scores will be used
for qualification and ranking.
Only official scores from the TEAS Version V will
be accepted for qualification and
ranking.
TEAS Version V scores are valid for two years
for qualification and ranking purposes
TEAS-Version V Test of Essential Academic Skills
If you re-test prior to the 45 day waiting period, your TEAS
scores will be invalid for EPCC qualification
and ranking
Minimum passing scores for qualification and ranking are as follows:Reading 70%Math 69%English and Language Usage 63%Science 53%
Only TEAS Version V will be accepted
Unofficial TEAS scores can be used ONLY for
advising purposes
TEAS will carry a weighted percentage
of 10% on each subject area for a total
of 40% weighted at ranking
Cost of TEAS will be $60
for all subjects or a portion of the test
Minimum passing scores were established
based on TEAS National average
scores
Testing schedule available at Testing
Center linkwww.epcc.edu/TestingServices
Check with your Nursing Counselor for additional information
Let’s Discuss......Mandatory Courses
Specialized Admissions
Mandatory courses must be successfully completed prior to ranking Mandatory courses require a “C” or higher in order to qualify for
ranking and entry into the nursing programs
The mandatory courses for RN and VN Nursing programs are: BIOL 2401, BIOL 2402, RNSG 1301 and MATH 1314 or MATH 1324or MATH 1342
The following mandatory courses have a 10 year expiration date BIOL 2401; BIOL 2402 and RNSG 1301
Mandatory courses cannot be substituted with the exceptionof a higher level Math
Applicants who do not successfully complete mandatory course work will not be eligible for ranking.
Mandatory Course Work
Let’s Discuss......Pre-Program Specific Requirements
Specialized Admissions
Applicants must also meet Pre-Program Specific Requirements prior to qualifying for ranking into the nursing program.
Current CPR Certificationo American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) o Continuing Education course -7 hour courseo College Course – 16 weeks: KINE 1306 First Aid and Safety
First Aid Certification o National Safety Councilo American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons o College Course – 16 weeks: KINE 1306 First Aid and Safetyo Continuing Education course –8 hour course call (915) 831-4116
for more information.
Pre-Program Specific Requirements
Specialized Admissions
Immunizationso Hepatitis B vaccination series of 3 (4-6 month to complete) or
Twinrix-Hepatitis A& B , series of 4 shots, Days: #0, #7, #21, & 365 -boostero Tuberculosis screening or chest x-ray - done annuallyo 2 - Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccinations (MMR) or titero 2 - Varicella Vaccinations or titero Diphtheria/Tetanus (Td)-(expires after 10 years)o Meningitis may be required-(Good for 5 years-State requirement)o Influenza is required for October ranking , but not for June ranking; renew every year
Physical Exam by an American licensed Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant Physical Technical Standard form obtained through Nursing Counselor or Nursing Lab Supervisor
Pre-Program Specific Requirements
Specialized Admissions
Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation – on-line>>>>
Pre-Program Specific documents should be submitted to:Nursing Lab Supervisor, Rio Grande Campus, 1001 El Paso Street,
Room H 221, Health Science Bldg.
Submit Pre-Program Specific documentation as you progress through the requirements; DON’T WAIT until all requirements are completed to start a file with the Nursing Lab Supervisor
It is highly recommended that Pre-Program Specific documents be submitted one weekprior to the ranking deadline.
Pre-Program Specific Requirements
Let’s Discuss......Ranking Courses
Specialized AdmissionsRanking Courses
Example of ranking courses for the VN Certificate program.
BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I
BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II
RNSG 1301 Pharmacology
Example of ranking courses for the ADN- Nursing (RN) program.
BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I
BIOL 2402- Anatomy and Physiology II
RNSG 1301- Pharmacology
The ranking of qualified applicants is based on most recent TEAS Version Vscores and the grades on specific Program Ranking courses.
Specialized Admissions
Ranking Courses: are identified by the Nursing discipline require a grade of “C” or higher
cannot be substituted
are courses within the degree plan that establish the ranking score.
The following Ranking Courses have a 10 year expiration date :BIOL 2401, BIOL 2402 and RNSG 1301
Ranking Courses
Let’s Discuss......Ranking Criteria and Process
Specialized Admissions
Once applicants satisfy all Specialized Admissions requirements, including: General Admissions requirements Pre-Program Specific requirements Mandatory course work Minimum passing scores on all areas of TEAS Version V assessment
Applicants will be placed in a qualified pool to be automatically ranked based upon individual performanceon the TEAS Version V scores and GPA of program specific Ranking Courses.
Ranking Criteria
Specialized Admissions
On specific ranking dates, during June and October, qualified students will automatically be ranked based on their on the TEAS Version V scores and GPA of Ranking Courses.
Effective June 2013 ranking:
60 % of points come from GPA of Ranking Courseswhich equals 720 maximum points.
40 % of points come from TEAS Version V scoreswhich equals 480 maximum points.
100 %= 1,200 points is the maximum possible ranking score
Ranking Process
Specialized AdmissionsCalculating Your Ranking Course
Grade Point Average (GPA)
Sample is based on RN-Associate of Applied Science program Ranking Courses:
BIOL 2401 A = 4 grade pts. = 16 pts.BIOL 2402 B = 3 grade pts. = 12 pts.RNSG 1301 B = 3 grade pts. = 9 pts.Total =11 credit hours = 37 pts.
Formula:37 points divided by 11 credits = 3.3 Ranking
Course GPA
Sample is based on VN Certificate program Ranking Courses:
BIOL 2401 A = 4 grade pts. = 16 pts.BIOL 2402 B = 3 grade pts. = 12 pts.RNSG 1301 B = 3 grade pts. = 9 pts.Total= 11 credit hours = 37 pts.
Formula:37 points divided by 11 credits = 3.3 RankingCourse GPA
Specialized Admissions
Effective June 2013 ranking has a 60% weight for Ranking Courses:
To determine the Factor for Ranking Courses, divide 720 by the Maximum possible GPA, 4.0 (all A’s on Ranking Courses =4.0 GPA) times the MaximumRanking Course hours = (11hrs. for both RN and VN programs).
Calculating the Factor for Ranking Courses
Sample for both RN and VN Course Ranking Factor: 720 maximum points divided by (4.0 X 11 Hrs.) = 16.364 = Factor The Factor for Ranking Courses is set at 16.364
Specialized Admissions
Nursing-RN and
VN
Weighted Percentage
Test Area
Maximum Test Score Value
Banner Posted Maximum Test Score
Test Factor Maximum Test Score Points
10% Math 100 1000 .12 120
10% Reading 100 1000 .12 120
10% Writing 100 1000 .12 120
10% Science 100 1000 .12 120
TEAS Weighted Percentages and Test Factor
Formula: 1,200 maximum possible total points, multiplied by 10% weighted percentage, equals 120 divided by 1000 maximum test score value equals .12 factor
Total Maximum Test points= 40% of 1,200 maximum total points equals 480 points
Specialized Admissions
To determine the Test Ranking Score multiply the TEAS Subject Banner Score, by the Test factor (.12)
Total Maximum Test Ranking Score =480 points
Calculating the Test Ranking Score
EXAMPLE: If you get 89 % on Reading, you would multiply the Test Factor of .12 X 890 to get your (106.8) points for the Reading portion of your Test Ranking Score
Subtest MinimumPassing Scores
BANNERScore
Reading 70% 0700Mathematics 69% 0690Science 53% 0530English and Language Usage 63% 0630
Let’s Discuss......Applicant Responsibility
Specialized Admissions
Applicants are responsible
for:
verifying their correct status of their application, file, address and phone number maintaining
compliance regarding changing
requirements
verifying official GED or High
School transcripts are received and
logged into Banneradhering deadlines
and/or ranking dates
confirming that all official
documentation is received and
logged into Banner
submitting all required
documentation prior to ranking
date
Applicant Responsibility
Specialized Admissions
Applicants will not be ranked if all documents are not submitted prior to ranking deadline.
Be aware that:
Applicants will not be ranked if all documents are not submitted prior to ranking deadline.
Be aware that:
Hepatitis series may take up to 4 to 6 months to complete
CPR and First Aid classes fill up rapidly and have limited seating
Normal processing may take a few days or months depending on document and individual circumstances
If documents are received but not processed; a student will be coded as ineligible for ranking
Clearance for Pre-Program requirements may take up to a week for processing and entering into Banner system
It is highly recommended that you complete all requirements at least one week prior to ranking.
Applicant Responsibility
Let’s Discuss......Notification of Acceptance
Specialized Admissions
Qualified ranked students who are the top candidates will be offered a seat.
Certified Acknowledgment Letter of Acceptance will be sent officially from the Specialized Admissions Office.
You will be given 10 days to respond to the letter.
Students must satisfy all Post-Program Specific requirements to gain a full acceptance and clearance for the clinical nursing course.
RN program accepts a maximum of 70 students each Fall and Spring semester (unless otherwise noted)
VN program accepts a maximum of 20 students each Fall and Spring semester(unless otherwise noted)
Notification of Acceptance
Specialized Admissions
1. Students declining or failing to respond to an offer of a seat into a Health Occupations program will be removed from the qualified
pool as an applicant for that program(s).
2. A student who has declined acceptance into a specialized program and desires to be
considered for other health majors, will be required to submit a change of major form with
a Health Occupations counselor.
3. After a student accepts a seat in a particular Health Occupations program, the student will then be removed from all other
existing health occupations pools.
4. Students who were not selected will remain in the qualified pool as long as they
continue to satisfy all current specialized and program specific admissions requirements
Notification of Acceptance
Let’s Discuss......Post Specialized Admissions Requirements
Specialized Admissions
Students are responsible for the following requirements AFTER accepting a seat in the program.
Program Orientation-1-2 days in person-Health Science Bldg. RG Campus Community Wide Orientation - online Specialized equipment, uniforms and lab supplies required Liability Insurance HIPAA Training- online Substance Abuse screening Two Background clearances Fingerprinting
Post Specialized Admissions Requirements
Post Specialized Admissions Requirements
Two Background Checks will be completed by each student. Upon qualification into the program, your name is submitted to the Texas Board of Nursing . Students are responsible for the second background investigation which must be conducted through: http://www.elpasoex.com
Your Criminal Background Clearances will be sent directly to the Dean of Nursing
There are two levels of Criminal Background Clearance< Level 1 includes all students < Level 2 is specifically for students who are already licensed or certified in any area
The Joint Commission which accredits healthcare facilities across the country enforced background screening in September 2004. Students in a healthcare field must now complete the same background check as hospital employees.
Criminal Background Clearance
Post Specialized Admissions Requirements
Substance Abuse Screeningo Results sent directly to Dean of Nursing and ADN Program
Coordinator
o Students who cannot participate in clinical rotations due to adverse activities revealed through substance abuse screening cannot complete course or program requirements.
o Students who fail to obtain a clearance may be prohibited for admissions or enrollment in nursing courses for one-year.
o Substance Abuse Screening website: www.elpasoex.com
Substance Abuse Screening
Let’s Discuss......Registration for Nursing Clinical Courses
Registration for Nursing Clinical Courses
Upon successful completion of all Post Specialized Admissions requirements, and receipt of the Letter of Acceptance, you will be authorized to register for Nursing clinical courses.
Registration Process:
Obtain clearance from the Nursing Lab Assistant located in the Health Science Bldg., Room H 221, Rio Grande Campus
RN students will present their clearance slip to the Nursing Counselors at the Rio Grande Campus to register
VN students will present their clearance slip to the Nursing Counselor at the Mission del Paso Campus to register
Registration for Nursing clinical courses is done in person ONLY, not on web.
Specialized Admissions
Let’s Discuss......Planning for Success as a Nursing Student
Post Admissions InformationAdditional Program Fees and Requirements
Student are expected to pay all fees
associated with ATI standardized testing.
Fingerprinting with a background from the FBI is
required by the Texas Board of Nursing to complete licensure
requirements and take NCLEX Exam.
All post specialized admissions requirements
will need to be successfully met to gain clearance for registration
into nursing clinical courses.
Additional fees associated with
specialized equipment, uniforms, and supplies will be
the student’s responsibilities
Specialized AdmissionsStudent Planning
Nursing program is intense-be ready to commit 40-50 hours per week
Take advantage of Retention Sessions held by Nursing Faculty
Take advantage of ATI instruction
Support system-family, friends, colleagues
Nursing Specialized Admissions Orientation
Congratulations!
You have successfully completed the On-LineNursing Specialized Admissions Orientation !
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