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.
The NCLEX-RN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories along with new details about administration of the exam as well as clinical judgment.
The NCLEX-PN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories along with new details about administration of the exam as well as clinical judgment.
