Program Admission Tests

HESI Admissions Assessment

Testing Fees page

• Nursing Programs: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and General Knowledge, Grammar, Basic Math Skills, and Anatomy and Physiology
• Dental Program: Reading Comprehension and Basic Math Skills

Note: BC does not offer any other sections of the HESI A2 for students taking the exam for another institution. 

Nursing Admission Criteria

Dental Assisting Criteria

• Reading Comprehension: 55
• Vocabulary and General Knowledge: 55
• Grammar: 55
• Basic Math Skills: 55
• Anatomy and Physiology: 30

Remote Testing and Assessment Center

• Schedule your Remote HESI A2 exam through ProctorU now
• New ProctorU and Elsevier Exam Day Updates Beginning September 6, 2022:
  • Clean Desk Policy: 
    • All desks must be completely cleared off and free from any books, notes, drinks, snacks, etc. 
  • Valid Government Issues Photo ID: 
    • All test-takers, regardless of exam type and service line, will be required to present a valid Government Issued Photo ID at the time of their exam. 
  • Online Calculator Only: 
    • No graphing, scientific, or other handheld calculators are allowed during the exam. The HESI platform has a built-in calculator that can be used. 
  • White Boards Only: 
    • Scratch paper will no longer be allowed. Students must use a white board or a 1 sheer of paper inside a transparency sleeve used with a dry erase marker that is to be erased at the end of the exam prior to disconnecting from ProctorU’s platform. 
  • No Headphones:
    • No headphones/earplugs are to be allowed unless an accommodation is listed for the test taker prior to the test taker's scheduled appointment. 
• Remote Testing Support webpage

On-Campus Testing and Assessment Centers

• Limited availability by appointment only at Central, North, and South Campuses
• Email hesitesting@broward.edu for your request to be reviewed

Policy Update Effective June 28, 2022:

Policy:

• No limit on the number of test attempts per year
• No waiting period between test attempts
  • Remediation between test attempts is strongly recommended

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email disability-services@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator.

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

• Mometrix Test Preparation
• Elsevier HESI
• Broward College Bookstore

Before Test Day Remember to:

• Create an Evolve account at evolve.elsevier.com. You will receive an email containing your username and password.
• Follow the instructions above on Availability to pay fees and schedule an appointment to test either remotely or in person.
• Review Testing Requirements and Guidelines
• View the HESI A2 exam Tutorial prior to test day!
  • You may start with any section you choose.
  • The timer will count down, from the amount of time allowed to complete your exam.
  • Be sure to keep track of your time using the timer.
  • There is a calculator available inside the test platform for student use during the Basic Math Skills section. It can be viewed by clicking on the link “Show Calculator”.
  • There is no going back to a question or a section once it is submitted/completed.
  • There are two personal assessment sections that are optional to complete.
  • You will be given scratch paper and a pencil. You must return or tear up the scratch paper and pencil before leaving the room or remote testing session.

On Test Day Remember to:

• Have your current, valid, physical government-issued photo ID
• Have your Evolve username and password
• Logon or Arrive early to your exam appointment

After Testing Concludes: