How to Apply for Nclex?

[troublesome]

Hi, I'm pretty sure that this question has been up already and I am sorry for asking it again for the nth time. Anyway, I am a Filipino citizen who just passed the local board exam. I am planning to work in Texas or California(if ever I get lucky even if I know its hard to get in). I am a US tourist visa holder. So my questions are:

1. What are the qualifications needed to take the Nclex.

2. Can I take the Nclex even if I'm in the States for vacation? If so, what documents are needed?

3. Do I need at least 2 years experience in the Philippines before applying for Nclex?

4. Should I take the CGFNS and IELTS/TOEFL first before applying for Nclex?

5. Oh and is it really hard to get in California?

6. How do I get the SS# and ATT?

Thanks in advance.

[noelly10]

https://www.ncsbn.org/nclex-application-and-registration.htm

That should answer your questions.

You could also call ncsbn and ask them your remaining questions that aren't answered through that link.

[JustBeachyNurse, LPN]

You don't apply for the NCLEX. You apply for a nursing license by examination as an internationally educated nurse. TX uses CGFNS. CA does not. The respective website for the board of nursing has explicit instructions how to apply for a nursing license by examination as an internationally educated nurse. If your credentials & education meet state standards you will be instructed to register with Pearson Vue to pay & schedule the NCLEX. You do not need to come to the U.S. to take the NCLEX. Do you have work rights in the U.S.? It's very difficult to obtain a work visa as an inexperienced new grad internationally educated nurse, especially in CA where U.S. educated new grad nurses have an up to 40% unemployment rate.

You are not entitled to get a SSN unless you are a U.S. Citizen , legal permanent resident or have a valid work visa.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

Moved to Nursing Registration