The HESI exams are a series of exams designed for nurses and other health professionals. The HESI Admissions Assessment Exam (HESI A2) is used as a part of the admissions process for some nursing schools. Specialized HESI exams can be used by a nursing program as mid-curricular exams, end-of-course exams, and mobility exams for candidates looking to move from one level of education to another. The HESI exit exam tests a student’s readiness for the nursing licensure exam.