What is the HSRT exam?
The Health Science Reasoning Test (HSRT) is an evaluation tool that must be taken in order to be considered for entry into the Respiratory Care program. The HSRT is a 33 question exam that requires you to read medically related information and respond to questions based on the reading. All information needed to answer the questions is in the reading, so there is no need for Respiratory Care background information.
- HSRT exam may be taken only once per program entry
- If test is taken multiple times during the application period (including another campus) your application will become invalid.
- The HSRT exam contains 33 multiple choice questions.
- Specifically designed to measure the skills dimension of critical thinking.
- Critical thinking questions in health sciences and clinical practice contexts, and presumes no specialized technical knowledge.
- 50 minute test
Application Testing Deadlines
The HSRT entrance exam must be completed by the deadlines below
- Fall Entry (Day Program): June 1
- Spring Entry (Evening Program): October 1
Testing
: All HSRT testing for the Respiratory is conducted at the following LSC testing centers: (By appointment only - Applicant must contact the testing center):
- Kingwood
- Tomball
- Houston-North
- Cy-Fair
- Montgomery
- North Harris
Bring on exam date:
1) Picture Identification
2) Receipt of payment for HSRT. If needed - Link for payment if needed: https://tinyurl.com/y5sovhv8
For questions on the application process or if ADA accommodations are needed, please contact the RC Program via: KC-RespiratoryCare@lonestar.edu or 281-312-1708
Testing Fee
- $15.00 Paid via HSRT Exam-Respiratory Care Entrance Exam - Lone Star College - Kingwood (nbsstore.net)
- This fee must be paid before taking the test.
- Test Date Registration
Materials Needed for the Test
- Picture Identification (LSC ID - ok)
- Receipt of payment for HSRT
- LSC (my.lonestar.edu) log-in information
- Writing sample to be uploaded to the HO application. Faculty proctor will assist in application completion.
Material Provided at the Test
- Scratch Paper
What is the essay topic?
- Write a 1-2 page writing sample on the “specialty area of Respiratory Care that interests you" conclude with a paragraph explaining why you want to enter the program.
- MLA or APA format.
- Upload to the application prior to designated deadline.