Health Sciences Reasoning Test (HSRT-AD)

The Health Sciences Reasoning Test (HSRT-AD) is required for competitive admission into select health programs at 91桃色视频. The exam measures critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills essential for success in health science programs.

Quick Facts

  • Required for: Traditional RN | Practical Nursing | Cardiac Sonography
  • Minimum score: 70 or higher
  • Cost: $50
  • Location: In person at 91桃色视频
  • Attempts allowed: 2 per application cycle

Accessibility Statement

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HSRT Entrance Exam Information

The Health Sciences Reasoning Test – Associate Degree (HSRT-AD) measures the critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills necessary for success in rigorous health science programs.

The HSRT assesses:

  • Overall Reasoning – Sustained critical thinking to form reasoned judgments
  • Analysis – Identifying key problems and decision elements
  • Inference – Drawing logical conclusions from evidence
  • Evaluation – Assessing credibility and strength of arguments
  • Induction – Reasoning in uncertain or ambiguous situations
  • Deduction – Applying logic in clearly defined contexts
  • Numeracy – Using reasoning in quantitative situations

The HSRT evaluates reasoning ability — not memorization of content.

The HSRT is required for applicants to:

  • Traditional RN
  • Practical Nursing
  • Cardiac Sonography

Minimum required overall score:

  • 70 or higher

The HSRT is not required for LPN Step-In applicants.

Traditional RN & Practical Nursing: Scores are good for 2 years.

Cardiac Sonography: Scores are good for 2 years.

  • The HSRT must be taken in person at 91桃色视频
  • Remote testing is not available
  • You may test a maximum of 2 times per application cycle
  • A 14-day waiting period is required between attempts
  • Calculators are not permitted

Exam format:

  • 35 scenario-based questions
  • Scored on a 100-point scale
  • Qualitative ratings: Superior, Strong, Moderate, Weak, Not Manifested

Cost:

  • $50, paid on the day of testing
  • Cash or credit/debit accepted (no checks)

Arrival:

  • Bring a valid photo ID
  • Arrive 15–30 minutes early
  • Late arrivals will not be permitted to test

Prohibited items:

  • Food or drink
  • Textbooks or reference materials
  • Sunglasses, hats, hoods & jackets/ coats
  • Electronic devices (phones, smart watches, calculators, etc.)
  • Personal items

Registration closes 48 hours before each test session.

To cancel your exam, email:
proctor@ntcmn.edu at least 48 hours before your scheduled test date.

Late cancellation or no-show:

  • $10 fee added to your next exam
  • First occurrence: $60 exam
  • Second occurrence: $70 exam
  • Third occurrence: $80 exam

After a second late cancellation or no-show:

  • A 30-day testing hold will be applied
  • You may not schedule or test during this period
  • Any exam scheduled during the hold will be automatically cancelled

The HSRT measures reasoning skills. Strengthening your critical thinking ability is the best preparation.

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