Is it too soon to study for the HESI?

RN_Incredible · Dec 30, 2014

I don't think so. I say the earlier you study the better. Just be sure you are aware of what portions of the HESI exam the school you are applying to will focus on for example will they emphasize the math and english portion more? What's the minimum score they will accept? etc. I used the Evolve HESI study book, that alone helped me pass my exam to enter the Nursing program in my university. Good luck!

pinklonghorn · Dec 31, 2014

I took the HESI in early summer of this year. I started studying only a month prior but you can never study enough in my opinion. I think it's great as long as you arent wearing out your mind. PS dont be nervous, it is real easy. This is coming from someone who has always struggled in math and test taking.

Smithc · Jan 1, 2015

Hi how was the A&P on the test?

pinklonghorn · Jan 1, 2015

I did the worst on A&P making an 80. (still passing though!) It was the more difficult because its such a broad subject! Really dont know exactly what to study

jaluo2014 · Jan 14, 2015

Hesi exam is different in every college/program. Ask the nursing students who just took Hesi in your school and you will have enough info. At my college, it doesn't matter if your accumulative score is 95%. if 24 student got 96% and above; you are likely not to be in the program.

Our exams consist of Math, English Comprehension, Vocabulary, Anatomy &physiology, Biology,and Chemistry. Find out what they offer at your school, the study guide, and other student resources.

I started preparing for my Hesi like a year before exam. You can do it !!

All the best !!!

NICUmiiki, DNP, NP · Jan 14, 2015

I won't take the exam until May 2015 but I am practicing for it now. Do you think that's overkill? I'm such a nervous nelly.

Which HESI will you be taking? I've taken the A2(entrance), Fundamentals, Pharmacology, Peds, OB, Mental Health, Med Surg, Community, and Management. I'll be taking the E2(exit) this semester.

I don't think it's ever too early to start studying for the HESI. For the A2, it's all about keeping your knowledge base fresh. Except for A&P, I learned everything on the A2 in high school. For the nursing tests, it's all about knowing how to answer the questions. Get an in NCLEX study guide and do questions.

lifestudentrn · Jan 14, 2015

no... buy their study guide and start ASAP.

SunkissedRN2b · Jan 18, 2015

Thanks all for chiming in. I've been studying off and on since posting. I'll be purchasing the study guide as well, just to be on the safe side.

@Maliki - It's the HESI A2.

Shauntil07, CNA · Jan 19, 2015

Thanks for this! I was kinda worried too because I don't do so well in Math with it being my weakest subject and all.

Bbett, MSN, NP · Jan 19, 2015

Absolutly not. I started studying off an on two years before I took it. The more you study the more sure you are that you tried your best. If you only start studying a month before and you don't get a very high score you will be upset you didn't try your hardest! Good luck!