NCLEX-PN PREP
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NCLEX-PN PREP COURSE
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- Fully self-paced so you can study anywhere, anytime
- 4 recorded strategy review classes, presented by world-class nurse educators
- Kaplan's signature Decision Tree method for breaking down and approaching tough questions
- Engaging live events hosted by Kaplan’s expert teachers
- 1,500+ question Qbank
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NCLEX-PN PREP COURSE
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- Pass the first time guaranteed, or your money back†
- A 2-day intensive live review course with faculty and support, totaling 14 hours of instruction
- Real-time guidance through Kaplan's Decision Tree method: learn the approach to answer any NCLEX question
- Engaging live events hosted by Kaplan’s expert teachers
- 1,500+ question Qbank
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Reasoning Skills
Our instructors teach you the Decision Tree, Kaplan’s proprietary framework for clinical judgment. Instead of relying on memorization, you’ll learn how to break down questions, identify key details, and work through questions you’ve never seen before.
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Minute of Study
Don’t waste hours studying what you already know. Our nurse educators help you focus on the concepts that matter most and show you how to apply them to NCLEX style questions. You’ll zero in on high-yield areas where students often lose points, so every lesson becomes a chance to improve.
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Test Day Precision
Feeling confident during study sessions and performing well under pressure are two different things. Our passing-level practice questions help you get comfortable with the NCLEX format and timing. With detailed rationales, you’ll build the critical thinking skills to face any question.
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Answer Any Question Without Second-Guessing
If you’ve already taken the NCLEX-PN, you know how quickly an unfamiliar question can shake your confidence. Kaplan’s Decision Tree gives you a clear, repeatable way to work through any question—even ones you’ve never seen before.
Learn How to Think Like a Nurse
Our master’s- and PhD-educated instructors teach you more than crucial content. They teach you how to apply Kaplan’s Decision Tree in realistic scenarios. You’ll learn a better way to answer any NCLEX question, directly from educators who have spent years educating nurses.
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"The instructors were very patient, knowledgeable, and understanding. They taught you how to slow down and refocus your thoughts to be successful in answering questions."
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"Roy Hamlin was an amazing instructor. I passed my NCLEX PN in 85 questions with the help of him & Kaplan’s Quiz Bank!"
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"Roy Hamlin was an amazing instructor. I passed my NCLEX PN in 85 questions with the help of him & Kaplan’s Quiz Bank!"
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NCLEX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NCLEX-PN exam?
The NCLEX-PN exam is a standardized test that each state board of nursing uses to determine if it's safe for you to begin practice as an entry-level nurse. The NCLEX-PN exam is used for graduates of practical and vocational nursing programs.
How many questions are on the NCLEX-PN exam?
The number of questions on the NCLEX-PN exam varies. The NCLEX-PN exam will serve up between 85 and 150 questions and will stop as soon as your competency level has been identified.
How do you pass the NCLEX-PN exam?
To pass the NCLEX-PN exam, you have to demonstrate that your level of competency is above the minimum standard. As you answer questions correctly, you'll be given increasingly difficult questions. You will need to work your way up in difficulty so that the NCLEX-PN algorithm can identify your passing-level competency with 95% confidence.
How long does it take to get NCLEX-PN results?
Official results will be sent to you approximately six weeks after taking the NCLEX-PN exam. Some states offer a paid quick results service, which allows you to access your "unofficial" results in two business days.
How many times can you take the NCLEX-PN exam?
Ideally you'll only take the NCLEX-PN exam one time. However, if necessary you are allowed to retest 45 days after the administration of your previous exam. Candidates are permitted to take the exam up to eight times in a calendar year, depending on the state.
Is the NCLEX-PN exam the same as the NCLEX-RN exam?
The key difference between the NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN exams is that PN focuses on the skills necessary for practical nurses. Practical nurses focus more on patient care and foundational skills, while registered nurses (RN) typically focus on more complex skills. Both exams cover similar core concepts and technical skills, but the NCLEX-RN exam’s content is specific to the RN scope of practice.
I am eligible for GI Bill® benefits. Is NCLEX-PN prep approved for VA reimbursement?
Yes, the NCLEX-PN Live Online prep and NCLEX-PN Self-Paced prep are approved for VA reimbursement.
Individuals eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33), Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD or Chapter 30), Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR or chapter 1606), or Survivors’ & Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA or Chapter 35) may be eligible to pursue training in NCLEX prep courses.
If you have not yet applied for education benefits, you will need to submit an application for VA Education Benefits (VA Form 22-1990). You may apply for benefits at www.va.gov/education.
For more details, please see the VA Preparatory Course Fact Sheet.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
About the NCLEX-PN
The National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN exam) is administered by individual State Boards of Nursing. The NCLEX-PN is often referred to as "The Boards" or "State Boards." The NCLEX-PN has only one purpose: To determine if it is safe for you to begin practice as an entry-level practical/vocational nurse.
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