Achieve Nursing Excellence

The NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) is a comprehensive, standardized exam that determines if candidates possess the minimum competency required to provide safe and effective patient care as licensed registered nurses. Developed and administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), this computer-adaptive test is mandatory for RN licensure in all 50 US states, the District of Columbia, and four US territories, as well as Canada.

Key Facts:

• Computer-Adaptive Test (CAT) format adjusts difficulty based on your responses
• 85-150 questions with a 5-hour time limit
• Pass rates for first-time test takers from US-educated programs: approximately 87%
• International test centers available in Philippines, India, and other countries
• Ray A. Gapuz Review System maintains a 100% passing rate since 2001

The NCLEX-RN tests your ability to apply nursing knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for entry-level nursing practice. Filipino nurses pursuing careers in the US, Canada, or Middle East must pass this exam to practice internationally.

Success on the NCLEX-RN requires comprehensive preparation combining content mastery, critical thinking development, and test-taking strategies. Ray A. Gapuz Review System's proven methodology has helped over 10,000 Filipino nurses pass the NCLEX with our unique Functional Concepts Method.

Comprehensive Study Plan (8-12 weeks recommended):

• Content Review: Master all NCLEX test plan categories - Safe & Effective Care Environment, Health Promotion & Maintenance, Psychosocial Integrity, and Physiological Integrity
• Practice Questions: Complete 3,000+ practice questions covering all client needs categories with detailed rationales
• NextGen NCLEX Preparation: Practice new question formats including extended drag-and-drop, matrix/grid items, and clinical judgment scenarios
• Critical Thinking Development: Learn to think like an RN using our Functional Concepts approach rather than memorizing facts
• Test-Taking Strategies: Master computer-adaptive testing techniques, time management, and anxiety reduction methods

Ray A. Gapuz Review System Advantages:

• Small class sizes (maximum 15 students) for personalized attention
• One-on-one mentoring with experienced instructors
• Online and in-person options (Manila Ermita & Baguio City)
• Comprehensive study materials including our award-winning "NCLEX 311 in a Flash" book
• Unlimited sit-in policy until you pass
• Canvas LMS platform with 24/7 access to resources

Our 100% passing rate since 2001 speaks to the effectiveness of our preparation program. We don't just teach content - we teach you how to apply nursing knowledge to real clinical scenarios, which is exactly what NCLEX tests.

Understanding what to expect on NCLEX exam day can significantly reduce anxiety and improve performance. The test is administered at Pearson VUE test centers worldwide, including locations in the Philippines.

Exam Format & Structure:

• Question Range: Minimum 85 questions, maximum 150 questions (including 15 pretest items that don't count toward your score)
• Time Limit: 5 hours total including tutorial and breaks
• Computer-Adaptive: Questions adjust in difficulty based on your performance - correct answers lead to harder questions
• Question Types: Multiple choice, multiple response, fill-in-the-blank, ordered response (drag & drop), hot spot, audio/video questions, matrix/grid items (NextGen)

Content Distribution (NCLEX-RN Test Plan):

• Safe & Effective Care Environment: 26-38% (Management of Care, Safety & Infection Control)
• Health Promotion & Maintenance: 9-15%
• Psychosocial Integrity: 9-15%
• Physiological Integrity: 38-62% (Basic Care & Comfort, Pharmacological Therapies, Reduction of Risk Potential, Physiological Adaptation)

What to Bring:

• Authorization to Test (ATT) confirmation
• Valid, unexpired government-issued ID with photo and signature
• No personal items allowed in testing room (secure lockers provided)

Exam Day Tips from Ray A. Gapuz Review System:

• Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in procedures
• Use all allocated break times to rest and refocus
• Read each question carefully - don't rush despite the adaptive format
• Trust your preparation and the critical thinking skills you've developed
• Remember: The computer will shut off when you've demonstrated competency OR reached maximum questions