The HESI A2 assessment is required for application to the Registered Nursing (ADN), Vocational Nursing (VN), Radiography and Surgical Technology programs at College of the Mainland (COM).

  • The HESI A2 assessment is available to students applying to COM programs, as well as students applying to programs at other institutions.
  • HESI A2 with Critical Thinking fee - $89.00. HESI A2 fee - $79.00. The fees are a flat rate regardless of how many sections of the assessment you complete.
  • A physical valid/current state issued photo ID or school ID is required to test. (a picture, copy, or electronic ID will not be accepted)

HESI A2 Information

The HESI A2 with Critical Thinking has a time limit of 5 ½ hours & consist of 8 sections.  The HESI A2 has a time limit of 4 ½ hours & consist of 5 sections.  The student is responsible for knowing which section(s) are needed for the program she/he is applying to.

  • COM Registered Nursing program (ADN) program requires the HESI A2 with Critical Thinking: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Math, Vocabulary, Anatomy & Physiology, Critical Thinking, Learning Styles, and Personality Profile.
  • COM Vocational Nursing program (VN) requires the HESI A2 with Critical Thinking: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Math, Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Learning Styles, and Personality Profile.
  • COM Radiography and Surgical Technology programs requires HESI A2: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Math, Vocabulary, and Anatomy & Physiology.
  • Candidates are allowed two attempts every quarter, see chart below for time frames.
1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter

January
February
March

April
May
June

July
August
September

October
November
December

Steps to register to take the HESI A2 assessment in the COM Testing Center

  1. Create a Evolve account. You will need this username and password to log-in to the assessment. (username is not an email)
  2. Schedule your on-campus appointment.  All candidates must show a valid photo ID to take the HESI A2 assessment in the COM Testing Center.

HESI A2 Transcript Information

  • HESI transcripts request must be submitted through Evolve (Elsevier). Allow 7-10 business days for processing. Fee: $15.00

Visit the Nursing Department website for further information about nursing programs offered at College of the Mainland.

Visit the Radiologic Technology Department website for further information about the radiography program offered at College of the Mainland.

Visit the Surgical Technology Department website for further information about the surgical technology program offered at College of the Mainland.