General NCSBN & NCLEX Information

NCLEX applications for the Virginia Board of Nursing should not be filled out and submitted until after July 22nd. Submitting your application prior to this day will cause processing delays. If you are testing in another state, you will need to check their application submission requirements.

For latest/updated information please visit the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website.

• • • • The NCLEX candidate FAQ page is very helpful. You can find it by clicking here.

      • The Candidate Registration Process video is also helpful. You can find it by clicking here.

      • 2022 NCLEX Examination Candidate Bulletin

      • 2022 NCLEX Informational Flyer

Please refer to the information linked below on NCLEX Using CAT. The NCLEX exam uses computer adaptive testing (CAT) to measure the competencies needed to perform safely and effectively as a newly licensed, entry-level nurse. CAT is a method for administering exams that merges computer technology with modern measurement theory to increase the efficiency of the exam process. This information explains why CAT is used for NCLEX and how it works.

• • • • NCSBN Using CAT

Apply for the NCLEX through the Virginia Board of Nursing and register to sit for the exam through Pearson VUE.

• • • The NCLEX School Code for Sentara College of Health Sciences' MENP Program is US28510300.

Additional resources from NCSBN may be found by clicking here.

Transcripts for NCLEX

If you are testing in the state of Virginia, you do not need to order a transcript. The college automatically sends over the approved attestation form once you have officially graduated and completed all necessary graduation requirements (e.g. turning in your badge). If you are testing in another state, the college will send a transcript on your behalf.

A form will be sent to your sentara.edu email address in the coming days where you can indicate what state you will be testing in.

Retake Policy for NCLEX

From NCSBN:

Candidates who need to retake the NCLEX can start their reregistration process after receiving their result. They will need to notify their Nursing Regulatory Body (NRB) that they plan on retaking the examination and fulfill any necessary requirements, as well as reregister with Pearson VUE. While the process can start quickly, it is important to note that there must be 45 test-free days between each examination.

The NCSBN retake policy allows candidates to take the NCLEX eight times per year unless the desired jurisdiction of licensure/registration only offers a limited amount of NCLEX exams per year. Candidates are encouraged to contact their NRB to learn about their policy on NCLEX retakes.