HESI A2 or TEAS: Start With Your Program’s Requirements

Nursing programs decide which entrance assessment they accept. The right preparation begins with the admissions office, not with a general comparison chart.

Start by deciding what you need to understand or produce by the end of your next study session. A specific objective is easier to act on than a broad intention to work harder. The following steps can help you turn that objective into a useful plan.

Begin with the requirements

Confirm whether your program requires HESI A2, TEAS or a different assessment.

Build the foundations

Ask which sections, score rules and application deadlines apply to your school.

Practice with intention

Use the current official outline to identify shared skills and exam-specific topics.

Review and adjust

Choose a study plan for your actual test rather than dividing your time unnecessarily.

Make the next session manageable

Choose one task, set aside a focused block of time, and work before checking an explanation or example. At the end, write a brief note about what you understood, what still feels uncertain, and what you will revisit. A short record of your thinking is often more useful than the number of pages you covered.

If you need support, bring a specific question and show the steps you have already tried. A tutor can help you examine your approach, clarify a concept, or organize a revision plan while keeping the learning and final work your own.

Choose a practical next step

Try a small practice activity or revisit one difficult concept today. Use current information from your school or testing provider for eligibility, assessment formats, accommodations, fees, and other official requirements. Independent learning resources do not replace those rules or guarantee a result.