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I understand the BRN is busy, my application for endorsement is taking forever because they said they received a high-volume of applicants. I moved back to California on an emergent basis for emergent reasons due to a family situation. I was told by a representative that I should have a license and/ or a temporary between June 1st and June 14th approximately, I moved to California June 1st thinking I'm able to wait a month for my license. I was advised two weeks ago that that was incorrect and the timeline on the website has been inaccurate and I'm going to wait another 4-6 weeks,I'm being told on the phone that they'll basically get to my application when they get to it. I'm not complaining because I know they have a job to do. Well I have 3 kids and a dog to support and my dog is currently in boarding which is costly. I'm debating on moving back to the state where I'm licensed due to financial constraints. So my question is, before I make another big move, what schools does the California Board of Nursing not approve? Im an ADN level RN received my degree from a community college.

thank you for taking the time to read my very, very long question.

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

Excelsior is an absolute and if you are missing certain subjects the list is on the BoN website.

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I m graduated rn from india and moved to texas in 2013.first I applied through cfgns credential evaluation and after cfgns send report to ca board of nursing i applied for nclex examination.i submit all the documents.yesterday i got a letter saying that i need to submit passport and ssn card copy and transcripts.i am confused as do i have to submit transcript again as my college send transcripts already to cgfns.help me please

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
I m graduated rn from india and moved to texas in 2013.first I applied through cfgns credential evaluation and after cfgns send report to ca board of nursing i applied for nclex examination.i submit all the documents.yesterday i got a letter saying that i need to submit passport and ssn card copy and transcripts.i am confused as do i have to submit transcript again as my college send transcripts already to cgfns.help me please

California requires credentials to be directly submitted to BRN

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So why did i pay to cgfns ?

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

Why apply to CA if living in TX?

you need to ask CGFNS to send your transcripts to CABRN CA does not require CGFNS. The CES report is insufficient for CA. TX requires CGFNS.


  1. OfficialTranscriptfromthegraduatingnursingschoolisrequired


    • Transcripts must be in English and in original language. If transcript is receivedfrom the school only in a foreign language, it will require an English translation bya certified translator or translation service. (See Translation of InternationalAcademic Credentials instructions.)

    • Completed Breakdown of Educational Program for International NursingPrograms form and the Request for Transcript form by the nursing school.
      Note: Commission of Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS)
      Passing the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS)examination is not required to be licensed in California. However, the Board willaccept official copies of your nursing transcripts (including the clinical portion ofyour training) from this organization. A written request may be made to CGFNS bycontacting them at (215) 222-8454 or 3600 Market Street, Suite 400,Philadelphia, PA 91904-2651. CGFNS International, Inc. | Global Credibility |

[*]CopyofRNlicenseordiplomafromthecountrywhereyouwereeducated,ifapplicable, that allows you to practice professional nursing in that country. Providecopies of additional professional certificates, if applicable.

http://rn.ca.gov/pdfs/education/edp-i-35.pdf

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I talk to one of my classmate who passed her nclex.She said ca board of nursing accepted the report that they got from cgfns.so hopefully it will work.i am sending my papers tomorrow and will wait.

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I talked to ca board of nursing.They do there own evaluation but they accept copies of transcripts from cgfns.i asked cgfns to send them copies of my transcripts that cost me 225 $ .I am gonna send them passport and ssn copy.Gonna sit and watch...hope it will work.

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
I talked to ca board of nursing.They do there own evaluation but they accept copies of transcripts from cgfns.i asked cgfns to send them copies of my transcripts that cost me 225 $ .I am gonna send them passport and ssn copy.Gonna sit and watch...hope it will work.

Which is exactly what it says on the BoN website. They will accept transcripts from

cgfns but the CES is not used. Good luck.

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