Who owns the HESI exam?

Elsevier
HESI was acquired by Elsevier in 2006.

What is HESI Elsevier?

® A complete review and testing solution for promoting student exam success.

When was HESI founded?

1989 HESI is founded as the global branch of ILSI. HESI’s first Chair is Dr. Louis Lasagna (Tufts University), a globally recognized leader in clinical trial methodology and the placebo effect, often referred to as the ‘Founder of Clinical Pharmacology’. Nine sponsor companies participate.

Do you have to pass the HESI to get into nursing school?

All applicants of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program are required to complete the HESI A2 prior to admission. The HESI A2 consists of seven required academic exams, a personality profile and a learning style assessment.

What does the HESI stand for?

Health Education Systems, Inc.
HESI A2 FAQ’sHESI stands for Health Education Systems, Inc., and A2 stands for Admission Assessment. The test is also known by a wide variety of other names, such as the Evolve Reach, the Evolve Reach A2, and the Evolve Reach HESI. However, most people just call it the HESI.

What company makes the HESI?

, HESI is Health Education Systems, Inc. The HESI tests are designed by Elsevier Student Life to help nursing and other health professions students prepare for licensing and board exams, such as the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).

Can you take the HESI exam online at home?

The remotely proctored exam can be taken at an internet enabled location of your choice. You must provide a computer with a camera, microphone and an internet connection.

What is a passing HESI score?

Each section is scored separately on a scale from 0 to 100. Schools set their own passing scores for the HESI exam. Most schools have a minimum passing score of 75% for each section of the exam. However, some schools may require students to get a 75% on one section and an 80% on another section.

Can I take the HESI exam at home?

Notice: ONLY the following exams have the option to test virtually via remote proctor, in addition to onsite testing: HESI Admission Assessment Exam (A2) for RN, PN, or HP.