HESI A2 Assessment, Preparation, and Test Sign-up Information - Admission FAQ

Sep 28, 2026

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HESI A2 assessment information for Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) nursing admission covers cost, scheduling, timing, content domains, and required minimum scores. It explains that the test is up to 4 hours and includes reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, anatomy & physiology, and math, plus scored critical thinking and personality style. It also details retesting rules, same-day results, and study preparation options such as a free 4-hour prep seminar and remediation access via Evolve.

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Reading Time10 min

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HESI A2 Overview and Purpose

Cost, Timing, and When to Take

Test Content and Sections

Minimum Scores and Retesting Policy

Results and Study Preparation Options

Using HESI Scores From Other Institutions

How to Sign Up

Chippewa Valley Technical College HESI A2 Assessment, Preparation, and Test Sign-up Information Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) is a company that specializes in developing diagnostic tests for nursing and other healthcare fields. HESI A2 is an assessment used for admission to CVTC’s Nursing-Associate Degree and helps determine preparedness for the program. 1. How much does the HESI cost and where do I pay for the assessment? The cost of the HESI is $50. Students will pay for the HESI at CVTC on the day of the assessment. 2. Is HESI a timed test? Yes, the maximum allotted time for the test is 4 hours. 3. When should I take the HESI? It is recommended that students take the HESI after completing General Anatomy & Physiology. Students should meet with an academic advisor to discuss the admission requirements and to create an academic plan. 4. What am I tested on? The HESI A2 includes the following five sections and students can take the sections in any order they choose. The test questions are typically related to health care. 􀁸 Reading comprehension measures the capability to understand reading passages. Students are required to identify a primary theme, find the meaning of phrases in context, and determine logical inferences. (55 questions) 􀁸 Basic grammar principles are evaluated, including important terms, their uses in grammar, common grammatical errors, and parts of speech. (55 questions) 􀁸 Vocabulary tests on grasping various health care related terms. The terminology is best understood and deciphered through the use of context clues. (55 questions) 􀁸 Anatomy & physiology covers anatomical structures, general terminology, and systems; it primarily covers content taught in General Anatomy & Physiology. (30 questions) 􀁸 Math includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, proportions, fractions, decimals, conversions, household measures, and dosage calculations. A TI-30XS calculator is provided. (55 questions) 􀁸 Critical Thinking and Personality Style sections are scored, however scores are not required for admission. CVTC does not test students on the topics of biology, chemistry, or physics. 5. What scores do I need to achieve? CVTC requires scores of 75 in English (composite of reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary), 75 in Anatomy & Physiology, and 75 in Math. 6. What if I do not meet the minimum HESI scores that are required? Students will need to retest in order to satisfy the admission requirement. Students have three attempts to successfully pass the assessment. There is a 30-day waiting period between the first and second attempt and a 1-year waiting period between the second and third/final attempt. Students only need to retest in those areas in which the required score was not met, but can retest in all areas. CVTC will use the highest score from each area and apply it towards the admission requirement. The cost to retest is $50. 7. Will I know my test results right away? Students will receive same day test scores upon completion of the assessment. 8. Are study sessions offered? We highly recommend CVTC’s 4-hour HESI Prep seminar through Academic Services prior to taking the assessment. This 4-hour FREE seminar is typically held monthly. The seminar covers reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and general knowledge (parts of speech, important terms and their uses in grammar, commonly occurring grammatical errors, basic vocabulary that is often used in health care fields), anatomy & physiology, and mathematics (ranging from basic operations to calculating drug dosages and solutions) . We also demonstrate how to utilize the TI-30XS calculator. To register, [go to](go to www.cvtc.edu/successseminars or)[ ](go to www.cvtc.edu/successseminars or)[www.cvtc.edu/successseminars](go to www.cvtc.edu/successseminars or)[ or](go to www.cvtc.edu/successseminars or) call Academic Services at 715- 833-6201. 9. What are my other option

FAQs

How much does the HESI cost and where is it paid?

The HESI costs $50. Students pay for the assessment at CVTC on the day of the test.

Is the HESI A2 a timed test, and when should students take it?

Yes. The maximum allotted time is 4 hours. Students are recommended to take it after completing General Anatomy & Physiology and to consult an academic advisor about admission requirements and an academic plan.

What sections are on the HESI A2, and what minimum scores does CVTC require?

The test includes reading comprehension, basic grammar, vocabulary, anatomy & physiology, and math (plus scored critical thinking and personality style). CVTC requires 75 in English (reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary), 75 in Anatomy & Physiology, and 75 in Math.

Sep 28, 2026

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