It is important to know if one is eligible to proceed with the application prior to the submission of the requirements to avoid costly mistakes and to avoid wasting your hard-earned money. Different boards of nursing will have their respective requirements. For the internationally-educated nurse, one must comply with the necessary documents to be approved for the application. There are 50 states in the USA and there are 55 state boards. The NCLEX-RN will be for those who intend to become a registered nurse and NCLEX-PN will be for those who want to become a registered practical nurse.
Passing the examination will result in the issuance of your license from a specific board of nursing where your application was submitted.
There are two types of examination: NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN. The National Council Licensure Examination or popularly known as the NCLEX is a nationwide exam for the nurse who intends to become a licensed nurse in the United States or in Canada.
