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Candidate Rules
Candidates are required to review the Candidate Rules prior to taking the exam. On exam day at check-in, candidates are directed to read the Candidate Statement and provide an electronic signature, agreeing to the terms and conditions of the NCLEX. Additionally, to ensure a high level of security, candidates will be monitored at all times and are subject to audio and video recording.
Candidate Statement
By providing a digital signature, I give Pearson VUE my explicit consent to retain and transmit my personal data and test responses to Pearson VUE, my nursing regulatory body, and to NCSBN (any of which may be outside of the country in which I am testing). I also agree to the terms and conditions of the NCSBN Biometric Data Policy outlined on pages 3 through 6. I understand the information provided and agree to follow the NCSBN Examination Candidate Rules. I agree to cooperate with the Test Administrator’s investigation of any suspected irregular behavior, including the surrender of any suspected test preparation or study materials. Any incident of suspected irregular behavior, such as, but not limited to, falsifying my identification, tampering with the computer, engaging in disruptive behavior (including disclosure of examination content), will be reported to Pearson VUE, NCSBN, and my nursing regulatory body. In the event NCSBN and/or Pearson VUE determines that I have engaged in irregular behavior, my examination may be invalidated, and the nursing regulatory body may take other action and I will not be refunded my examination fee.
Grounds for Dismissal or Cancellation of Results
A candidate who violates the test center regulations or rules, or engages in irregular behavior, misconduct and/or does not follow the test administrator’s warning to discontinue inappropriate behavior may be dismissed from the test center and their exam fee will not be refunded. Additionally, the exam result may be withheld or canceled and the nursing regulatory body may take other disciplinary action such as denial of a license/registration and/or disqualifying candidates from future NCLEX registrations for licensure/registration.
Test Center & Violations
Behaviors that constitute irregular behavior or misconduct include but are not limited to:
- Giving or receiving assistance of any kind.
- Using, accessing, or attempting to access any prohibited aids. Prohibited aids are any devices or materials that will be helpful in taking the NCLEX. Examples of aids that are prohibited are electronic devices (e.g. cell/mobile/smart phones, tablets, smart watches, etc.), handheld calculators, conversion tables, dictionaries, etc.
- Attempting to take the examination for someone else.
- Failing to follow testing regulations or the instructions of the test administrator.
- Creating a disturbance of any kind.
- Tampering with the operation of the computer or attempting to use it for any function other than taking the examination.
Prepare for Success
What You Need to Know to Prepare for the NCLEX
Sample Questions & Exam Preview
Sample Pack: Experience the item types with our sample pack. Includes 3 RN case studies, 2 PN case studies and additional examples.
Exam Preview: See how the item types fit into the overall exam with our exam preview.
Download free sample test pack
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Download free Exam Preview
https://ncsbn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8dDCtk2JFOKpjCu
2023 Candidate Bulletin
This resource is the start to finish NCLEX guide, including important contact information, details on how to register, the NCLEX Candidate Rules and results processing. Be sure to review this bulletin before registering to take the NCLEX.
https://www.nclex.com/files/2023_NCLEX_Candidate_Bulletin.pdf
NCLEX Information Flyer
This flyer includes information on The Eight Steps of the NCLEX, acceptable identification and rules for scheduling/rescheduling an NCLEX appointment
https://www.nclex.com/files/23_NCLEXinfo_factsheet-Final.pdf
Candidate Tutorial
The NCLEX Candidate Tutorial is provided to help candidates become familiar with the Pearson VUE exam software.
Test Plans
The test plans contain in-depth information regarding exam content, exam administration and item writing tips. They are updated every three years. Test plans contain information on clinical judgment.
TEST PLANS
An In-Depth Look at Exam Content, Administration, Item Writing & Clinical Judgment
What is the Test Plan?
Candidates are encouraged to review the NCLEX test plans before their exam appointment. The test plans contain in-depth information regarding exam content, exam administration, item writing tips and the inclusion of clinical judgment. The test plans guide candidates preparing for the exam, inform the direction for item development and facilitate classification of exam items. The test plans are updated every three years to reflect fair, comprehensive, current, entry-level nursing competency measurement.
2023 RN Test Plan
Effective April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2026
https://www.nclex.com/files/2023_RN_Test%20Plan_English_FINAL.pdf
2023 PN Test Plan
Effective April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2026
Registration Process
How to Register to Take the NCLEX
Ready to Take the NCLEX?
Registering for the NCLEX is a multistep process that includes the nursing regulatory body (NRB) and Pearson VUE. Before registering, candidates should make sure they meet the requirements determined by their NRB. Contact the NRB where seeking to practice for licensure/registration requirements. Make sure to complete all registration steps.
Apply for Licensure/Registration
First, submit an application for licensure/registration to the NRB where seeking to be licensed/registered. This step is required to obtain eligibility to take the NCLEX*. If testing with accommodations, request them with the NRB.
*The NCLEX-PN is used for U.S. licensure only.
Register with Pearson VUE
Secondly, register with Pearson VUE. Payment and scheduling for the NCLEX is done through Pearson VUE.
PEARSON VUE REGISTRATION OPTIONSREGISTER ONLINE NOWALREADY HAVE A PEARSON VUE ACCOUNT? SIGN IN
Fees & Payment
Breakdown of Licensure & Registration Costs
Candidates will need a valid VISA, MasterCard, or American Express credit, debit or prepaid card to complete registration. The name shown on the card, the card number and the expiration date must be provided.
If candidates have not received confirmation of their NCLEX registration within two days of submitting a registration, candidates should contact Pearson VUE Candidate Services to check the status of their registration. Candidate should not submit another NCLEX registration and fee before contacting this service. If candidates decide to submit an additional NCLEX registration, candidates should first stop payment on the original payment submitted.
Fee | Candidates Seeking U.S. Licensure | Candidates Seeking Canadian Licensure/Registration | Candidates Seeking Australian Licensure |
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Registration Fee | $200 USD | $360 CAD (excludes local taxes) |
$200 USD |
Additional International Scheduling fee (+value added tax where applicable) |
$150 USD | $150 CAD | $150 USD |
Change nursing regulatory body after registration fee | $50 USD | $50 CAD | Not Applicable |
Change exam type (RN/PN) after registration fee | $50 USD | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Change exam language (English/French) after registration fee | Not Applicable | $50 CAD | Not Applicable |
Licensure/Registration Fee | Contact nursing regulatory body | Contact nursing regulatory body | Contact nursing regulatory body |
READY TO TEST? REGISTER NOW
https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/profile/create/SignUp/NCLEXTESTING
SCHEDULE NOW
https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/signin/SignInPage/NCLEXTESTING
already have a Pearson Vue account? Sign in
https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/signin/SignInPage/NCLEXTESTING
Exam Results
How to Receive Results & Retake Details
You’ve Completed the NCLEX – But You Still Have Questions
This brochure provides recent NCLEX candidates with information on how their results are processed, what happens if they don’t pass the exam, the NCLEX Quick Results Service and who to contact if there is a problem with the NCLEX or its administration.
Official Results
For quality control purposes, every NCLEX is scored twice, once by the computer at the test center and then after the exam record has been transmitted to Pearson VUE. The nursing regulatory body (NRB) will send the official results to candidates.
- Official results are ONLY available through the NRB and will be sent to candidates within six weeks after taking the exam.
- Do not call NCSBN, Pearson VUE Candidate Services or the test centers for exam results.
- If more than six weeks have passed and a candidate hasn’t received a result, they should contact their NRB.
DOWNLOAD BROCHURE
https://www.nclex.com/files/Youve_Completed_the_NCLEX_Brochure.pdf
IMPORTANT LINKS
- https://www.nclex.com/About.page
- Preparing for NCLEX:
https://www.nclex.com/prepare.page
- Registration:
https://www.nclex.com/register.page
- exam day
https://www.nclex.com/exam-day.page
- Results: https://www.nclex.com/results.page
- FAQs