Anyone tried N-powerment NCLEX review?

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They have a 7-day free trial right now and I watched a couple videos, so far I like it. They explained cardiac really good. I would like some feedback from students who subscribed to them. Thanks.

Here is their link:

N-Powerment Nursing - Free Trial Landing - N-Powerment Nursing - NCLEX® CPNRE® Exam Prep

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anyone?

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That looks like a Canadian based exam prep. I'm also Canadian, but I've never heard of it, but it seems to be based in Ontario (I'm from Alberta.)

They claim a 99% pass rate which is quite a bold claim in my opinion - who knows what the underlying statistic is though.

It is expensive for what you get. I mean, you do get a good amount of video content and several review booklets; but it's missing an important aspect of a good exam preparation, and that is practice questions.

It's very important to study core content which this prep seems to be focused on, but I don't think they provide NCLEX practice questions which is equally as important AFTER studying core content!

So if you do end up getting this, I'd still recommend you spend some on a quality NCLEX qBank (ie. UWorld!!!! Which I Highly highly highly recommend!)

Edit: Just rereading your post, I see that this isn't for you but looking for input from others. Sorry about that.

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Thank you for your comment ArceusAlpha! yes I am doing uworld now (my scores are on the low side tho, that's why i am considering an nclex review). I've been reading n-powerment site and i found this

Top three reasons why practicing test questions is not studying - N-Powerment Nursing - NCLEX® CPNRE® Exam Prep

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Ive taken the in-person 5 day live review and it was absolutely wonderful. The review book and cue cards were the only resources I used to study for the NCLEX and I passed the first attempt.

Everything is laid out so easy to use and explained so well. This course really takes in to account different learning styles and accommodates very well.

Qbanks are helpful to test your knowledge, but the only way to increase your scores is to study the actual content of nursing. N-powerment gives you the tools to ensure your knowledge of the CONTENT is strong, and that is how you will pass. The 99% pass rate is based on students who have taken the course and everyone is asked to provide feedback. I believe it to be true and accurate. In fact i'm surprised its not 100%.

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I took the 5 day review course and it was the best prep course for me. I really needed a content review and everything was explained so clearly and effectively. The book and cue cards included in the review are amazing. Everything is laid of so clearly so there is literally no more confusion about any nursing topics discussed in the course. I can't give this course enough praise.

As far as review questions, I downloaded uworld and found that effective.

I sincerely recommend N-Powerment, especially if you need content review and not just review questions.

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This prep course is absolutely amazing! I attended the In-Person Live Review and have completed the Online version as well! Both were beyond my expectations. Ashley and Linda are both fantastic teachers. They explain things in a really simplified way, which makes things easier to understand. They also provide the emotional support that is needed when preparing for and completing the NCLEX exam. I find this course perfect for reviewing focused content, all body systems and relevant illnesses. I would highly recommend it!

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Very very interesting to see 3 brand new members commenting right after the other lol.

So let's examine their 3 reasons for not using qBanks....

1. Test questions are supposed to do just that: Test your content knowledge. You should not begin the study process by testing your content knowledge without first reviewing the content. This isn't logical, nor is it helpful.

Right, it's best to use questions banks AFTER studying core content. Though, its not exactly wrong to start practice questions as well, because they can tell you WHAT you may be lacking in and also assess yourself in what your current capabilities are. Otherwise, test questions test your content knowledge and how you can critically think and apply.

How it isn't logical nor helpful is quite the opposite of what they are saying.

Because questions allow you to examine what you do not know. You can study core content all to your liking, but how do you know what you do not know, until you come across a question which you may have "some knowledge" but not enough to fully interpret the question. That is the logical aspect of benefit of practice questions!

2. Test questions without prior content review can lead to feelings of inadequacy and unpreparedness as you realize the vast amount of knowledge that requires review. This induces feelings of fear and doubt which can negatively impact your exam success.

Well... like I said above, practice questions are best after studying core content. It is quite obvious that many of us will feel like we are not prepared for the NCLEX. I know I didn't and that is why MANY people use preparation courses in the first place to help them study and feel prepared. While I wouldn't admit my feelings as "fear and doubt", even though it was exactly the pure apprehension of the art in the first place, it was exactly the REAL MOTIVATION to study to the best of my ability.

I've studied my core content for a month, and while I felt like I knew a lot of content, after coming across some practice questions, it became clear that there are definitely portions that I still needed to learn. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that feeling, because confidence in understanding is KEY, NOT over confidence in knowing your content.

3. Important: NONE of the questions you practice will appear on your registration exam. Nobody can predict these questions. The only approach guaranteed to work is to know the core nursing content that is applicable to every situation regardless of the stem of the question. Deep, critical knowledge and comprehension combined with a thorough understanding of the non-changing principles and priorities should be the goal.

True, you won't come across a question on any practice qBanks that is exactly word for word on the NCLEX; but you will come to awfully close ones. At least I know I did after using UWorld... different wording but same concept. Had a few UWorld questions that were very similar to what I got on the NCLEX, which helped me immensely.

"The only approach guaranteed to work is to know the core nursing content"... this is a little over audacious to say is the only guaranteed way to learn. It is important to know your nursing content, ABSOLUTELY. However, in order to be able to use that content in a deep, critical thinking and comprehension understanding, it is to practice yourself in scenarios where you are given the opportunity to do just that; and that is through NCLEX styled questions (which are all at an analyzing level, not memorization!).

Otherwise, they continue to say, "Don't fall into the trap of using test bank questions as your study process. THESE DON'T COUNT!" It is not a trap. I've used the RN Mastery app during my core content review, and it helped to show me what areas I lacked and where to focus on. Practice questions work, thousands of students have used it, and there are numerous success stories out there. I used UWorld which I can give you my full opinion that THAT WAS the biggest reason why I passed my NCLEX on the FIRST try. To suggest that it is a trap and does not count, is IMO absurd to say.

Though I'll make it clear, the article is more geared towards using just qBanks alone as your review, which I do also agree isn't the best course of action because like I've mentioned, it is best to use these qBanks after reviewing core content. Your Uworld scores may be on the lower side but that the key is understanding the content, not your percentage. So I do recommend a supplement core nursing content for you to also review.

I'm not trying to discredit these people, but it goes without saying that you will improve your skills with practice.

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I am a brand new member. I joined today because this question thread was shared by a friend on facebook. I didnt know this site existed. Probably why there are new members.

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I've just completed the second day of the 4 day in class review and I can honestly say it's amazing. They take difficult content and break it down and make them seem so simple! We're constantly having "ah-ha" moments!

It is neither geared toward Canadian or American, it is geared toward the NCLEX which all Canadian and American nurses must write now.

I purchased UWORLD first when I finished, and my percentages were awful for the simple fact that I didn't know what to study. I was overwhelmed by 4 years of content and where to start. Npowerment puts everything together for you! You aren't worried about going thru totes of notes to get a study plan together, it's all in the book and cue cards! The videos and in class lessons are invaluable. I understand so much more now than I did in university!

This course is well worth the money

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Thank you for your feedback guys. I can understand having new members here commenting as allnurses is more popular here than in Canada. And I was asking about a Canadian-based program. I just wished I found Npowerment sooner, before doing the big K (you know, the tree and all).

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Hi Ceebee7, I am not seeing a 5-day review on the website. Only this :

Live Review: A 4-day (RPN) or 4-day (RN) Live Interactive Review that will leave you excited and N-Powered with all of the tools you need for success!

Was this a typo? if not, may I ask what was the extra day for? Thanks again!

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