PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS

 

Practical Nursing Application

September 2010

 

Follow these steps exactly:

Step

Directions

1

Complete application - CLICK HERE TO PRINT APPLICATION

(In your own handwriting – black ink only)

2

Do not place application in a folder or notebook.

3

Remove all transcripts from their envelopes, even if the institution told you not to.  We do not require an official transcript.  If you attended TTC @ Athens we will look your transcript up later.  Do not have transcripts mailed to us; make sure all schools mail your transcripts to you.

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Place the application in the following order:

  1. Application
  2. Medical history form
  3. Confidentiality statement
  4. High school transcript or GED scores(no diplomas will be accepted)
  5. ACT SCORES IF APPLICABLE:  If you are 20 years of age and under, and have scored 19 in the Math, Reading, and English parts of the ACT (must be 19 in each area, not composite).  Only ACT scores from official high schools, colleges, universities, or ACT transcripts will be accepted.
  6. IF YOU HAVE PASSED THE COMPASS OR ASSET TEST SINCE 9/1/08, YOU MAY ATTACH THOSE SCORES AND WILL NOT BE REQUIRED TO RE-TEST.  PASSING SCORES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

COMPASS:  Reading 80, Math 50

ASSET:  Reading 42, Math 38

If you have not tested, please bring $15 CASH ONLY and a test will be scheduled for you.  More information about testing is on page 2 of the directions.

  1. Three professional, typed, and signed character references on company letterhead.
  2. Copies of all other transcripts (colleges, other tech center, etc.)  If you attended TTC @ Athens we will look your transcript up later.  Do not have transcripts mailed to us; make sure all schools mail your transcripts to you.
  3. Current Photo (driver’s license or other ID will not be accepted)
  4. Bring with you a stamped self-addressed envelope (approximately 4 1/8 in. x 9 1/2 in.)  DO NOT staple this to your application; this must be separate.

Staple all (except envelope) together in the above order.

 

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE  ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY MAY 21, 2010

Applications must be submitted in person at The Tennessee Technology Center at Athens between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Friday May 21, 2010, ONE DAY ONLY.

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING REQUIRED TESTING:

 

If you are 20 years of age and under, and you provide ACT scores of 19 in all three parts, Math, Reading, and English (A 19 composite score is not acceptable), with your application on May 21st, you will not be required to test.

 

The school will be administering the COMPASS test (this test is on the computer) and the ASSET test (this is the pencil and paper version of the COMPASS).  When you turn in your application on May 21, you must bring $15.00 CASH ONLY (not refundable) and you will be notified which test will be available.  Tests will be scheduled for the week of May 24, 2010.

 

Study guides for the tests will be available in the school bookstore for $40.00 (cash, MasterCard, or VISA only, no checks).  You may also purchase these study guides online at www.mo-media.com.  You may find free sample questions at these websites:  www.act.org/compass/sample and www.testprepreview.com.  If you would like additional preparation for the test, and would like the chance to test before you turn in your application, an evening course will be offered at the school beginning on January 11, 2010.  The total cost of the class is $279.00 which includes $224.00 for tuition, $40.00 for the study guide, and $15.00 for the test which will be given at the end of the 20 hour course.  If you are interested, you need to come to the school at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 11.  The total cost of $279.00 will be due on January 11, and can be paid by check, cash, MasterCard, or VISA.  The class will meet on Monday and Thursday nights from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. for 5 weeks.  The test will be given on the final night of class.  If you do not pass the test, you will be given another opportunity to test after you turn in your application on May 21.

 

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK:

When you turn in your application on May 21, you will be given information regarding obtaining your required background check.  Please do not pay to have a background check done until you have been given the information by the school, as it must be completed by the agency designated by the Technology Centers.  You will need to complete this immediately after you are given the information (By May 25), as you must have the results back before your interview in June.  There will be a charge for the background check, which you must pay online with a credit or debit card.  The price of the background check is not available at this time.  If your background results are negative, and you wish to continue with the application process, you must bring documentation from the courts supporting any changes or explanations regarding the items in question to the interview.  A clean background check is required before a student is allowed to enter the clinical portion of the program, and it is also required before a student can be licensed by the State Board of Nursing.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE BACKGROUND CHECK RESULTS AT THE TIME OF YOUR INTERVIEW YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PROGRAM.

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

Applicants will be notified by letter of specific interview dates and times.  An interview will be scheduled for all applicants who (1) meet the admission requirements by 2:30 p.m. on May 21, 2010, and (2) have passed the COMPASS or ASSET test or met the ACT requirements as listed on page 1.   INTERVIEWS FOR THOSE WHO MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE SCHEDULED DURING THE WEEKS OF JUNE 14 - 18, 2010 AND JUNE 21 - 25, 2010.  A TWO WEEK MATH COURSE FOR THOSE ACCEPTED WILL BE SCHEDULED IN THE MONTH OF JULY 2010.  A REQUIRED ORIENTATION WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, 2010.  THERE WILL BE NO RESCHEDULING.  PLANNED VACATIONS WILL NOT BE EXCUSED. Classes begin on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. 

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Applicants must be capable of passing a physical examination done by a licensed physician or other health professional.

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Applicants identified for enrollment will be notified by mail.  NO INFORMATION WILL BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.

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Many financial aid programs are available to students who qualify for assistance.   The financial aid application is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  The FAFSA needs to be filled out for 2010 starting in January 2010.  The Tennessee Technology Center does not participate in any student loan program.  The financial aid application process should begin in January 2010, as soon as you have your 2009 income tax information.

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The total cost for this class, including trimester maintenance fees, technology fee, books, supplies, and uniforms will be approximately $7000. (This is an estimated cost.)

 

 

 

 

v     No applications will be accepted until FRIDAY, MAY 21, 2010, between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

 

v     Applications must be submitted in person at The Tennessee Technology Center at Athens

 

v     NO EXCEPTIONS

 

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM

BEGINS

September 1, 2010

 

Thank you for your interest in the Tennessee Technology Center at Athens

Practical Nursing program.

 

2008 Completion Rate                  96%

2008 Placement Rate                  100%

2008 Licensure Passage Rate    100%