HESI A2 ENTRANCE EXAM: PREPARATION, CONTENT, AND TESTING GUIDE LATEST
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What is the HESI A2 exam?
A proctored test used by DMS and RAD programs to evaluate applicants as part of their
admissions process.
What does the HESI A2 exam measure?
Specific knowledge, skills, or abilities according to uniform criteria.
How many sections are on the HESI A2 exam?
Five sections: Anatomy and Physiology, Math, Critical Thinking, Learning Styles, and
Personality Styles.
What is the time limit for the Anatomy & Physiology section?
25 minutes for a 30-item exam.
What topics are covered in the Math section of the HESI A2 exam?
Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, household
measures.
What is the time limit for the Math section?
50 minutes for a 55-item exam.
How many items are on the Critical Thinking section of the HESI A2 exam?
25 items.
What is the purpose of the Learning Styles assessment in the HESI A2 exam?
To assist the student and advisor in knowing the best learning environment for the student.
How long is the Personality Style assessment?
15 items with a time limit of 15 minutes.
What is the recommended preparation for the HESI A2 exam?
Thorough preparation is advised as programs are competitive; a higher score improves ranking.
What percentage of the overall ranking does the HESI score contribute?
25% to the overall ranking.
How many attempts do students have to take the HESI A2 exam?
Up to two attempts within two years of applying to the program.
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Who covers the cost of the first attempt at the HESI A2 exam?
South College covers the cost if taken on campus.
What happens if a student is not satisfied with their first HESI A2 attempt?
They may retake the exam or retake a single section as a repeat attempt.
What must students seeking readmission into an imaging cohort do regarding the HESI A2
exam?
They must take the exam to become eligible for readmittance.
What is the first step in the HESI A2 exam registration process?
Click the unique link provided to begin registration.
What must students do after registering for the HESI A2 exam?
Ensure their device is ready for testing by performing a compatibility check.
How do students launch their HESI A2 exam on test day?
Log into Evolve, access the HESI NG course, and select the 'Launch Exam' button.
How can students access their HESI A2 exam results?
Log into Evolve and click the 'Exam Results' link in the navigation menu.
What should students do if they need assistance before, during, or after the HESI A2 exam?
Contact Support directly in the HESI NG course via the Live Chat button.
What is the ISBN for the recommended HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review book?
ISBN# 978-0-443-11409-0.
What is the time limit for the Learning Styles section of the HESI A2 exam?
15 minutes for a 14-item assessment.
What is the purpose of the Personality Style assessment?
To assess personality related to preferred learning style and provide study tips.
What is the time limit for the Critical Thinking section?
30 minutes.
What is the focus of the Math section in the HESI A2 exam?
Math skills needed for healthcare fields, including calculations for drug dosages.
(NEW!)
What is the HESI A2 exam?
A proctored test used by DMS and RAD programs to evaluate applicants as part of their
admissions process.
What does the HESI A2 exam measure?
Specific knowledge, skills, or abilities according to uniform criteria.
How many sections are on the HESI A2 exam?
Five sections: Anatomy and Physiology, Math, Critical Thinking, Learning Styles, and
Personality Styles.
What is the time limit for the Anatomy & Physiology section?
25 minutes for a 30-item exam.
What topics are covered in the Math section of the HESI A2 exam?
Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, household
measures.
What is the time limit for the Math section?
50 minutes for a 55-item exam.
How many items are on the Critical Thinking section of the HESI A2 exam?
25 items.
What is the purpose of the Learning Styles assessment in the HESI A2 exam?
To assist the student and advisor in knowing the best learning environment for the student.
How long is the Personality Style assessment?
15 items with a time limit of 15 minutes.
What is the recommended preparation for the HESI A2 exam?
Thorough preparation is advised as programs are competitive; a higher score improves ranking.
What percentage of the overall ranking does the HESI score contribute?
25% to the overall ranking.
How many attempts do students have to take the HESI A2 exam?
Up to two attempts within two years of applying to the program.
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Who covers the cost of the first attempt at the HESI A2 exam?
South College covers the cost if taken on campus.
What happens if a student is not satisfied with their first HESI A2 attempt?
They may retake the exam or retake a single section as a repeat attempt.
What must students seeking readmission into an imaging cohort do regarding the HESI A2
exam?
They must take the exam to become eligible for readmittance.
What is the first step in the HESI A2 exam registration process?
Click the unique link provided to begin registration.
What must students do after registering for the HESI A2 exam?
Ensure their device is ready for testing by performing a compatibility check.
How do students launch their HESI A2 exam on test day?
Log into Evolve, access the HESI NG course, and select the 'Launch Exam' button.
How can students access their HESI A2 exam results?
Log into Evolve and click the 'Exam Results' link in the navigation menu.
What should students do if they need assistance before, during, or after the HESI A2 exam?
Contact Support directly in the HESI NG course via the Live Chat button.
What is the ISBN for the recommended HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review book?
ISBN# 978-0-443-11409-0.
What is the time limit for the Learning Styles section of the HESI A2 exam?
15 minutes for a 14-item assessment.
What is the purpose of the Personality Style assessment?
To assess personality related to preferred learning style and provide study tips.
What is the time limit for the Critical Thinking section?
30 minutes.
What is the focus of the Math section in the HESI A2 exam?
Math skills needed for healthcare fields, including calculations for drug dosages.
