Who has to take the Nurse Entrance Exam (NEE) exam?
The NEE is designed as a predictor of success for Nursing program applicants. This exam is only required for Basic BSN applicants; it is not required for BSN-C applicants. Does work experience in a healthcare facility better an applicant’s chances of being selected? No. It is more important that you receive good college preparation in high school. Frequently, students take nurse aid type courses in high school at the expense of getting chemistry, algebra, and other critical science and math courses. Work experience may help you better decide about your nursing career; however, proper academic preparation in math and science will result in greater success in college. If I want to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) what do I have to do? Students that have successfully completed NURS 200 – Fundamentals of Contemporary Nursing Practice can apply to take the certification exam. The student must contact the Illinois Department of Public Health at 217-785-5133 to obtain the form to su
