The NCLEX, or National Council Licensure Examination, tests the basic understanding of nursing practice and knowledge. In order to get a nursing license, students must pass this exam after completing a nursing program. Passing the exam is the only way an individual can transition from student to practicing professional.
There are two types of NCLEX. The NCLEX-RN is for students who want to work as a licensed registered nurse. The NCLEX-PN is for students who want to work as a licensed practical nurse. Both the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN require specific academic achievement (typically satisfied in coursework), a registration fee, an official transcript, ID, and fingerprint scans.
The NCLEX-RN contains 265 questions. Of those 265 questions, 75 of them must be answered correctly. Once a student answers 75 questions correctly, that student has completed the testing even if there are questions remaining. 75 correctly answered questions are all it takes to indicate the necessary level of competency.
Passing the NCLEX is difficult when it’s approached as though it were a typical, traditional test. Most tests grade how well an individual can retain facts and it uses memorization as an exclusive meter of competency. The NCLEX doesn’t do this because it tests not only fact recollection, but also the understanding of nursing principles through various scenarios as well. All of its questions require a correct assessment of an issue and an appropriate response.
For more help with passing the NCLEX, be sure to read our article entitled, “Passing the NCLEX Test,” where you’ll find valuable study tips, suggested study materials, and more.
We know that we have a lot of issues to address within the current health care industry, but the foremost issue is its stability and the role that qualified nurses play in that stability. We are certainly motivated by how schools are adopting technology as an acceptable means to attract and generate qualified nurses. The rest is up to you. Enroll in an online nursing program today to pass the NCLEX and start working as a much needed qualified nurse.
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