Test of Essential Academic Skills

Amid a National Nursing Shortage, Prospective Nursing Students Say Lack of Academic Preparedness Is the Driving Decision to Delay or Forego Nursing School

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Monday, September 12, 2022

LEAWOOD, Kan., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new national survey of nearly 4,000 prospective nursing students, for many students who are delaying or foregoing application to nursing school, the COVID-19 pandemic made them more interested in nursing careers, but they feel academically unprepared for the rigors of nursing education.

Key Points: 
  • The new survey of 3,917 prospective nursing students was conducted by ATI, a leading provider of education technology and support to more than 60% of the nation's undergraduate nursing programs.
  • The students surveyed had recently taken the ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), designed to determine students' academic preparedness to enter nursing school.
  • The most cited reason for delaying application to nursing school was the desire to improve academic preparedness (69%).
  • Nursing students from ATI client schools garner better results on the NCLEX required for practice, with pass rates that significantly exceed industry counterparts.

CAE and Edalex Examine Essential Academic and Career Skills, Importance of Micro-Credentials During Professional Learning Webinar

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Monday, August 1, 2022

Titled Micro-Credentials & Essential Academic and Career Skills - Measuring Learning Outcomes, the webinar features panelists Doris Zahner, Ph.D., chief academic officer, CAE; Professor Kevin Ashford-Rowe, pro vice-chancellor digital learning at Queensland University of Technology; and Dan McFadyen, managing director of Edalex.

Key Points: 
  • Titled Micro-Credentials & Essential Academic and Career Skills - Measuring Learning Outcomes, the webinar features panelists Doris Zahner, Ph.D., chief academic officer, CAE; Professor Kevin Ashford-Rowe, pro vice-chancellor digital learning at Queensland University of Technology; and Dan McFadyen, managing director of Edalex.
  • CAE partners with Edalex to deliver evidence-based micro-credentials tied to students proficiency on CAEs Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA+).
  • CAE has also created a quick Essential College & Career Readiness Skills checklist to keep these skills top-of-mind for curricula and programming for 202223.
  • Edalex is an edTech company on a mission to surface learning outcomes, digital assets and the power of individual achievement.

Exam Edge Named 'Best for Busy Schedules' By Intelligent.com

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Monday, July 12, 2021

President John Fekula is proud that Exam Edge continues to be established as a market leader in the test-prepping space: "We are thrilled that intelligent.com has recognized Exam Edge as a top resource for passing the TEAS test.

Key Points: 
  • President John Fekula is proud that Exam Edge continues to be established as a market leader in the test-prepping space: "We are thrilled that intelligent.com has recognized Exam Edge as a top resource for passing the TEAS test.
  • Exam Edge offers TEAS practice tests designed to familiarize test-takers with the feel, pacing, question types, and subject matter of the actual exam.
  • As a reliable online resource with a history of excellent customer service, Exam Edge was recognized as the Best for Busy Schedules.
  • For a free sample practice exam and learn how Exam Edge can fit into your schedule, visit https://www.examedge.com/playvideo.cfm?videoname=DqCO-mHg1yI .

Intelligent.com Names Top 10 TEAS Prep Courses of Year 2021

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Monday, June 7, 2021

SEATTLE, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Intelligent.com , a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has published its listing of the best TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) prep courses of 2021.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Intelligent.com , a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has published its listing of the best TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) prep courses of 2021.
  • "Our detailed guide can help students narrow their search for the best test prep courses and get more information about cost, deadlines, and special accommodations."
  • The top three courses on the list are Kaplan, Mometrix University, and Pocket Prep.
  • To access the complete ranking of the best TEAS courses and classes of 2021, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/best-teas-prep-courses-and-classes/ .