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NLE Exam Overview

Pass the NLE with confidence

With The Ray A. Gapuz Review System's NLE Prep Course!

Overview

The Nurse Licensure Examination (NLE) is the most critical step for nursing graduates in the Philippines to become licensed registered nurses. Administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Nursing, this comprehensive examination determines whether candidates possess the competency to practice safe and effective nursing care in Philippine healthcare settings.

Key Facts About NLE:

  • Frequency: Conducted twice annually (typically June and December)
  • Test Duration: 2-day examination - 6 hours on Day 1, 4 hours on Day 2
  • Question Format: Multiple-choice questions with scenario-based items
  • Passing Rate: National average typically ranges from 35-55% (varies per exam)
  • Requirement: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from CHED-recognized institution

NLE Test Coverage (5 Core Areas):

  • Day 1:
    • Medical-Surgical Nursing (2 hours)
    • Maternal and Child Health Nursing (2 hours)
    • Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing (2 hours)
  • Day 2:
    • Community Health Nursing (2 hours)
    • Nursing Leadership, Management & Research (2 hours)

Why Choose Ray A. Gapuz Review System for NLE:

  • Proven Track Record: Consistently producing top NLE passers since 1980s
  • Expert Faculty: Experienced nursing educators and PRC Board of Nursing reviewers
  • Comprehensive Materials: Updated review books aligned with latest PRC test plan
  • Multiple Locations: Manila (Ermita) and Baguio City review centers
  • Flexible Schedules: Intensive (24 hours), regular (3 months), and online options
  • Success Guarantee: Unlimited sit-in policy until you pass

Ray A. Gapuz Review System has helped thousands of Filipino nurses pass the NLE on their first attempt. Our systematic approach combines content mastery, critical thinking development, and effective test-taking strategies specifically designed for the Philippine nursing board exam format.

Requirements

Degree/Course Requirement: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

First-Timer - Documentary Requirements:

  1. Birth Certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
  2. PSA Marriage Certificate/Contract (for married female applicants)
  3. Transcript of Records with scanned picture and Remarks “For Board Examination Purposes”
  4. Notarized Certificate of Undertaking signed by the Dean and the Registrar

Repeater - Documentary Requirements:
None