📝 ATI TEAS Exam Reservation Form

• Exam Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
• Exam Format: In Person
• Arrival and Check-In: 8:30 a.m.
• Exam Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
• Location: ATAS 233 (second floor) at Saddleback College Campus
• Parking: Students may park in Lot 5, Lot 5A, or Lot 7
• To access Lot 5A, enter through the campus entrance near the Gym.
• Please allow enough time to park and walk to the testing location.

📌 Important Guidelines

• Eligibility: You must be planning to apply to the Saddleback College Nursing Program to reserve a seat for this exam.
• First-Time Test Takers Only: This complimentary ATI TEAS exam is available only to students who have never previously taken the ATI TEAS exam.
• Limited Availability: Seats are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The reservation form will close once all seats have been filled.
• Legal Name: Enter your legal first and last name exactly as they appear on your government-issued photo identification. Do not enter a preferred name or nickname.
• Identification Required: On the day of the exam, you must bring a valid, physical, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport. The name on your identification must match the name on your ATI account.
• Testing Accommodations: If you require testing accommodations, you must have an approved accommodation plan through Saddleback College Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS). Contact DSPS before submitting this reservation form so there is enough time to review and coordinate your approved accommodations. Accommodations cannot be arranged on the day of the exam.
• DSPS Contact Information: Email: scdsps@saddleback.edu - Phone: (949) 582-4885
• Confirmation Process: A reservation confirmation will be sent through Submittable within three to five business days. Weekends and holidays are not included.
• Important: If you do not receive a confirmation, don't assume that your reservation has been accepted. Please email scnursing@saddleback.edu to follow up.

⏳ Complete Before the Exam

Complete the following requirements as soon as possible and no later than five days before the exam:

• Apply to Saddleback College if you don't already have a Saddleback College student ID and email address. Select the Fall 2026 term when completing the application:  Saddleback College – How to Apply
• Create an ATI account if you don't already have one:  Create an ATI Account
• Use only your Saddleback College email address for your ATI account. ATI accounts created with a personal or other email address will not work for Saddleback College’s ATI TEAS exam.
• Review your ATI account information. Make sure your legal name, date of birth, and all demographic information are complete and accurate. Your name must match your government-issued photo ID.
• Remember your ATI login information. You will need the username and password you created for your ATI account to sign in on exam day. 

If you need assistance with your Saddleback College login credentials, contact IT Support at (949) 582-4363.

Application requirements for the Nursing Assistant Program:

1. Must be 16 years of age or older.
2. Must watch the prerecorded Information Session video.
3. Must have a Saddleback College or IVC student ID number.
4. Must possess a valid ID, such as;  California ID card or California Driver's License or passport.
5. Must have a Social Security Card or Individual Taxpayer Identification number (ITIN).

 Admission requirements for the Nursing Assistant Program:

1. Must complete health requirements and physical examination within 3 months of admission. The following immunizations/titers will be required: TDAP, TB clearance, full COVID vaccine status with booster & seasonal flu shot.  
2. Must show proof of personal health insurance and obtain professional liability insurance prior to registering for classes.
3. Must obtain a valid BLS card through the American Heart Association.
4. Must complete a clear drug screening through CastleBranch. 
5. Must complete a clear background check through CastleBranch - CRIMINAL SCREENING POLICY: Prior to entering the program, each student will be required to complete an application that will screen for conviction of a crime other than a minor traffic infraction. Title 22 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 483.13 Section (c), Subsection (1) (ii), prohibits long term care facilities from employing individuals who have been convicted of abusing, neglecting or mistreating individuals. To extend similar protection to patients, Title 22, California Code of Regulations Part 71828 Section ©, prohibits a student from practicing clinical skills on patients if the student has been convicted of crimes which could present a danger to patients. If the student answers yes to a criminal conviction, that student shall be advised to contact the enforcement consultant at (916) 327-2445. The revised application procedure requires any student shall not be admitted to class who has not shown proof that a fingerprint card has been sent to the Department of Public Health. Any student that is found to have a criminal conviction and has not received a letter of approval from the enforcement consultant will be dropped from the training program. Falsification of the Nurse Assistant Certification application may result in adverse action pursuant to the Health and Safely Code, Section 1337.8.

 Notifications:

• Please check your submittable account used to sign up, for all communication regarding your application status.
• Applicants will be notified of their application status by October 28, 2026 (dates subject to change). 
• Selected students must accept or deny the invitation to the program by November 03, 2026.
• Accepted students must complete their health requirements and receive a program clearance by December 10, 2026. 
• Mandatory Orientation is in-person on January 13, 2027.

Re-Entry Petition Guidelines

The Re-Entry Petition is intended only for students who were previously enrolled in the Saddleback College Nursing Program and are requesting re-entry into the program.

Who Should Submit This Petition?

• Students who were previously enrolled in the Saddleback College Nursing Program.
• Students requesting re-entry following an approved leave of absence.

Important Information

• Submission of a Re-Entry Petition does not guarantee re-entry into the Nursing Program.
• Re-entry is contingent upon space availability and fulfillment of all program requirements.
• Only complete applications with all required documentation will be considered.

Required Documents

Please submit the following:

• Completed Re-Entry Petition Form
• Completed Remediation Plan Form
• Any additional documentation or requirements outlined in your remediation plan

Submission Deadlines

All required materials must be submitted by:

• Spring Entry: November 1, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.
• Fall Entry: April 1, 2027, by 11:59 p.m.

Late or incomplete petitions may not be reviewed.

Notification

Applicants will be notified of the Re-Entry Petition decision approximately 2–3 weeks after the submission deadline.

If you have not received a decision within that timeframe, please contact the Nursing Office at scnursing@saddleback.edu.