All nursing and surgical technology applicants are required to take the Elsevier HESI A-2 entrance exam.
Locations
You may take the HESI exam at the Westminster Campus Testing Center or at a Prometric Testing Center.
Testing Hours
How to Register
Please complete your HESI-A-2 Exam within one month of registering and paying for the exam.
1. Go to the Elsevier website and create an account.
2. Register to take the test.
- To register to take the test at the FRCC Westminster Campus Testing Center, email us.
3. Print your registration confirmation.
How to Pay
Two separate payments are needed for the HESI-A-2 Exam. One is made online, the other is made at the Testing Center.
1. Pay online
- Follow the instructions above to pay for the test online.
- Bring a copy of your registration with you to the Testing Center.
2. Pay proctor
- A $25.00 proctor fee is charged at the testing center, on the day of the test.
- Cash, charge, or debit cards are accepted. No checks.
Accommodations
Students who need accommodations should contact the
Office of Disability Services.
Test Day
On the day of your test, follow testing
center policies.
FRCC Testing Centers
View policies for FRCC Testing Centers.
Prometric Testing Centers
View policies for Prometric testing centers.
Study Guides
Test Results
HESI A-2 exam results are required for the Nursing program application process.
- Allow seven business days to complete the testing process.
- You will be notified of your score through your Elsevier account within 72 hours of taking the exam. Check your account with them for your information.
- Test scores are valid for one year.
- The overall score of the English Language and Math Exam is considered.
- The Learner Profile, two sections, is also required and is not scored. Results are used for advising purposes only and do not affect admission.
- Nursing program application deadlines change every semester. For current information, visit the Westminster Campus nursing department page.
Retests
Candidates may take this test up to two times every year for Westminster Campus Nursing Program admission only. Be aware that considerable additional preparation would be required between exams to result in a significant score change.