NCLEX-RN for Australian registration

Format

The NCLEX-RN is computer-adaptive: the difficulty adjusts to your answers, and the number of questions varies. It uses the Next Generation NCLEX format, which includes case studies that test clinical judgement as well as standard multiple-choice items.

Registering for Australia

You must be authorised to sit the exam for the Australian pathway. Follow the instructions in your Ahpra correspondence so your result is linked to your Australian application. Registering through a US state board by mistake is a common and costly error.

Test centres

The exam is delivered at test centres in many countries, including in South and Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Check current locations when you book.

Preparation

• Use resources built for the Next Generation NCLEX format.
• Practise clinical judgement questions, not only recall.
• Take full-length timed practice tests.
• Expect US terminology and drug names in some questions.