HESI A2 Admission Exam

The HESI A2 admission exam is a timed, computerized test which is usually completed in 3-4 hours. There is a

4.5-hour time limit. All applicants for the Medical Radiography and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs

are required to take this exam and submit their score sheet with the program application.

There are five sections of the HESI A2 exam required: Reading Comprehension, Grammar,

Vocabulary/General Knowledge, Math, and Anatomy/Physiology. Applicants must also complete the Learning

Style section; however, it will not be scored. There is not a minimum score requirement; however, a cumulative

score of 70% and a score of 70% in each of the five sections is highly recommended.

If an applicant desires to retake the HESI, ALL FIVE SECTIONS must be retaken. Only one score sheet may

be submitted with an application. Scores on individual exam sections which are printed on separate score

sheets will not be accepted. Applicants are only permitted to take the Hesi A2 exam two (2) times per

academic year (September – August). Please email rena.bello@sjcd.edu or call 281-476-1871 for questions,

concerns, or additional information.

HESI A2 preparation and study resources are available. Online study guides are offered through the San

Jacinto College library database, and HESI A2 books are available for purchase through the bookstore or

other vendors. Additionally, HESI A2 apps are accessible for cell phone or tablet devices.

Please visit the Proctor U/Elsevier Portal website for detailed instructions to set up an account, schedule an

exam, and access support if needed. Previous ProctorU standard institution accounts CANNOT be used for

the HESI A2 Admission exam. Please visit this site and follow the steps outlined as soon as possible. When

scheduling the exam, look for the applicable exam name: Medical Imaging Hesi A2 attempt 1 or Medical

Imaging Hesi A2 attempt 2.

Additional notes for the HESI A2 Exam through Proctor U:

● It is imperative applicants read all information on this website.

● A computer, webcam, and microphone are required to take the exam.

● A private well-lit and quiet area free from distractions and interruptions is needed.

● Notes and/or assistance resources are not permitted during the exam. This includes, but is not limited

to, written notes, textbooks, browser searches, digital media and/or devices.

● The examinee will be connected to a live proctor for this exam. The examinee’s face and screen will be

recorded through the duration of the exam.

● The examinee will be required to show their entire testing space during the start-up process.

● The startup process will take 10-15 minutes and is not included as part of the total test time of 4.5

hours.

● It is important to have enough bandwidth available during the exam. Streaming or excessive use by

other users on the same network will impact available bandwidth during the exam.

Exam Rules when taking the HESI A2 Exam through Proctor U:

1. The HESI A2 Exam Attempt 1 can only be taken once per academic year (September 1-August 31).

2. The HESI A2 Exam Attempt 2 can only be taken once per academic year (September 1-August 31)

3. The test-taker must present their government photo ID during the exam startup on test day.

4. Outside resources, including scratch paper are NOT permitted.

5. Bathroom Breaks are permitted ONLY between EXAM sections. The current section must be completed and

submitted before stepping out for a bathroom break.

6. Unless you have a documented and approved accommodation, talking or whispering aloud during the exam

is not permitted.

7. Your face, chin to forehead, must be in the camera view at all times and in visible lighting.

8. You may not have anyone else in your testing location with you.

9. Additional noises, including other people talking to you, while you’re in your exam is not permitted.

10. Resources or Materials are not permitted so your eyes must stay on the screen at all times while testing.

11. Utilizing materials other than the computer you are signed into is not permitted.

12. Opening other windows, documents, or searches is not permitted.

13. Taking pictures while in your exam, including screenshots, is not permitted.

14. Copying and pasting any elements of the exam are not permitted.

15. Virtual machines can be detected through the pre-exam system check, and are not permitted.

16. You are only allowed to use one monitor attached to one computer during your exam. No other devices

may be connected to your computer and/or monitor.

17. Students found to be in violation of any of the above listed terms will jeopardize their opportunity to apply

for any Medical Imaging Programs now or in the future.

18. Proceeding to the Exam is declaration of understanding and agreeing to the above listed terms.

Getting Started with ProctorUStudent Training Webinar

Elsevier and ProctorU: Checklist1. Create ProctorU and Evolve Account

2. Schedule Your Exam

3. Download ProctorU Extension and Test Your Equipment

4. How to Get Help

Student Portal Link: https://www.proctoru.com/portal/elsevier-hesi

Remember: Elsevier =

Exam

ProctorU = Proctoring U

ProctorU and Evolve Account Creation

Pro Tip: Your Evolve username IS NOT your email address!!

If you do not already have a ProctorU account, you will need to create an account by going to:https://go.proctoru.com/students/users/new?institution=2124

IMPORTANT: Institution: Select Elsevier - HESI unless otherwise specified

Questions about Evolve? Call 1-800-222-9570

Scheduling Your Exam

● Live Scheduling demo

● If you have trouble finding your exam or an exam time please reach out to your instructor.

● Schedule your exam ASAP!

ProctorU Extension:

In order to use ProctorU with Hesi you will need to

have the ProctorU browser extension installed.

Currently compatible with Chrome and Firefox ONLY

Chrome Extension: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/proctoru/goobgennebinldho

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Firefox Extension: https://www.proctoru.com/fir

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Test Your Equipment and Technical Requirements

Pro Tip: Testing your equipment before and on exam day can significantly reduce your probability of technical difficulties.

ATTENTION ALL MAC USERS:

Due to Apple’s increased security features with OS Catalina and Big Sur you must enable screen recordings in your computer settings. Video can be found here

You will be responsible for enabling this screen sharing feature.

Exam Readiness: It’s Test Day!

● Make sure your workspace is cleared

● All secondary monitors are prohibited

● Reboot your computer

● Test Your Equipment

● Have government issued ID

● Have your Evolve username and password on hand(NOT email address)

Additional Questions? Check out https://support.proctoru.com/hc/en-us/categories/115001818507

If You Encounter Issues During Your Exam

Note the fastest and preferred method of communication is LiveChat.

Initiate a LiveChat from withinyour account

Call +1 (855) 772-8678

Privacy Concerns:When carrying out a proctored session, ProctorU uses a version of LogMeIn Rescue which allows proctors and technicians access to your computer for specific purposes:

1. to resolve any technical issues that are preventing students from testing

2. to secure the virtual environment and ensure that any unpermitted programs are closed during your exam

3. to input the exam password at the designated time

Student Bill of Rights: https://studenttestingrights.org/

Success Starts with You!

Checklist:

❏ Create a ProctorU and Evolve Account

❏ Schedule Your Exam

❏ Download the ProctorU Extension and

Test Your Equipment

❏ Know Where to Get Help

If you do nothing else, watch the Test Taker Experience Video

https://www.proctoru.com/portal/elsevier-hesi