TABE entrance exam

Most full time programs and part-time programs require the TABE entrance exam. A physical examination, vaccination, criminal background check and drug screen may be required for enrollment in some programs and classes as well as for state board licenses.

It is highly recommended that students enrolled in medical/dental courses receive a Hepatitis B vaccination and update all immunizations prior to attending class. Some programs have additional requirements to which students should refer. Practical Nursing requires TEAS entrance exam.

TABE Test Information

Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a diagnostic test used to determine a person's skill levels and aptitude. Educators use TABE to provide a solid foundation for effectively assessing the skills and knowledge of adult learners.

If you are applying for Dental Assisting, you will take tests in the following subject areas: Reading, Language, Language Mechanics, Vocabulary, and Spelling.

If you are applying for Surgical Technology, you will take tests in the following subject areas: Reading, Math, and Language.

Please Note: Registration is required for the TABE Assessment. Morning assessments begin at 10:00 am and evening assessments begin at 5:00 pm. Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled assessment time. There are no late entries. Bring two #2 pencils.

When Youngstown City Schools are closed or on a two hour delay, the TABE test will be cancelled and you must call 330-744-8727 to reschedule.

Please report to Room 225 for the TABE assessment.

For more information about the TABE, click here.

TEAS Test Information

The TEAS test was developed by ATI Testing to measure academic prepareness of practical nursing candidates. According to API, the TEAS test uses multiple-choice assessments to measure basic academic preparedness in reading, math, science, English and language usangge.

As an applicant, this helps us ensure you are in the best program for your skillset. It also allows us to plan for your strengths and opportunities so that we can help you become as successful in possible through our nursing program.

Please Note: If Youngstown City Schools are closed the TEAS test will be cancelled and you will be contacted to reschedule your test date. If Youngstown City Schools are on a two hour delay your TEAS test will begin at 11:00 am rather than 8:00 am.

For more information about the TEAS test, click here.