Where do I take the NCLEX and how?

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Hi Everybody,

Here's my situation. I am a student in TX and I'd like to move to CA after graduation. Also, I'd like to be licensed in both CA and TX. So the problem is this. Do I need to apply to both boards of nursing in TX and CA for an ATT? Or do I apply to the board of nursing in only one state and get licensed in the other by endorsement? I'd be willing to take the test in CA instead of TX, but I don't want to move out there without a job in hand, which I'm not sure how to get without having passed the NCLEX first. It's quite the catch-22. Any ideas?

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You only take the NCLEX for one state. You can then endorse into other states. If I were you, I would apply for TX licensure then later endorse over to CA.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

All you need to do is apply to 1 BON and then endorse. Up to you wish way you do it but think if in the US and have SSN (just incase foreign nurses read this) it is very easy to endorse to CA and can get a temp license quickly

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