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The HESI Admission Assessment (HESI A2) is a standardized entrance exam used by nursing schools across the country to evaluate academic readiness. Arizona College of Nursing requires a passing score as part of the admissions process. The exam covers core academic areas including math, reading comprehension, vocabulary and general knowledge, and anatomy and physiology.

What does a typical week look like at AZCN?

Your schedule will look different depending on where you are in the program. During your first year, general education courses are held in the evenings, with a mix of in-person, online, and blended class formats. The coursework in this phase is designed to fit alongside other responsibilities, giving students more flexibility than later terms.

When you move into core nursing coursework in your second year, your schedule becomes more structured and the time commitment increases. A typical week might include time on campus for lectures and lab work, plus dedicated clinical hours where you’ll begin working directly with patients under faculty supervision. By your third year, clinical experiences make up a significant portion of your week as you prepare for professional practice.

Schedules vary by campus and may shift slightly by semester. Your admissions advisor can give you a clearer picture of what to expect at your specific location and walk you through any admission requirements you still have questions about.

How does AZCN set you up for success?

Your support system is ready when you are. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll learn in the classroom, simulation and learning laboratories, clinical agencies, the community, and online, with foundational skills applied to real-world scenarios that today’s employers value. Student success coaches work with you one on one to help you stay focused and navigate any challenges that come up along the way. Tutoring sessions give you targeted academic support when you need it most. Peer mentoring connects you with fellow students who understand what you’re going through firsthand. And NCLEX-RN exam prep helps ensure you’re ready to pass your licensing exam when the time comes.

Everything we do is designed to prepare you for your career as a registered nurse (RN). The skills you build here are highly sought after by today’s employers.