NCSBN is dedicated to developing psychometrically sound and legally defensible nurse licensure and certification examinations consistent with current practice. These exams include the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN Examinations, National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) and the Medication Aide Certification Examination (MACE).
Before the Exam
Find out what you need to do before you take the NCLEX Exam.
Exam Day
Get details and tips for your exam day.
After the Exam
Already taken the NCLEX? Find out what your next steps are.
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This resource serves as your guide from before to after the NCLEX, including important contact information, details on how to register, the NCLEX Candidate Rules and results processing.
The NCLEX test plans outline the content to be tested and guide the item writing process.
This video explains why CAT is used for NCLEX and how it works.
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2014 RN Practice Analysis Now Available!Posted: 3/6/2015
The 2014 RN Practice Analysis is now available for review. The report contains an analysis of entry-level practice in both the U.S. and Canada. Overall, the findings reflect the continued congruency of entry-level nursing practice in the U.S. and Canada and support the use of the NCLEX for licensure/registration decisions in both countries.
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Apply now! Exams Summer Internship ProgramPosted: 12/3/2014
The NCSBN Examinations Department is now accepting applications for the 2015 Summer Internship Program. One advanced doctoral student in educational measurement or a related field will have the opportunity to gain experience working on issues related to CAT, and licensure and certification exams. Please see the application for details.
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