NCLEX Registration | Before the Exam

Before the Exam

NCLEX Registration and Authorization to Test

Before you can take the NCLEX, you’ll need an Authorization to Test (ATT). To get this, you’ll need to apply to your nursing regulatory body (NRB) and then register with  Pearson VUE. You’ll want to start this process well in advance of your target date for taking the exam.     

Preparation for the NCLEX

Review the NCLEX Candidate Bulletin and familiarize yourself with the format of the NCLEX test plan. It is also important to  locate your test site because they can fill up quickly. Do not wait until your ATT is close to expiration to schedule your exam or you may have to reregister and pay another exam fee.

Candidate Registration Process

Step 1 Apply for licensure/registration to the Nursing Regulatory BodyApply for licensure/registration to the Nursing Regulatory Body

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Step 2 Eligibility GrantedEligibility Granted

Once eligibility is granted, registration must be complete before receiveing authorization to testAND

Step 3 Register and pay the fee for the NCLEX with Pearson VUERegister and pay the fee for the NCLEX with Pearson VUE

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Step 4 Acknowledgement of RegistrationAcknowledgement of Registration

Summary of Steps to take the NCLEX

1. Learn about eligibility and then apply for licensure/ registration with a NRB. 
2. Register and pay the exam fee to  Pearson VUE. 
3. Wait to schedule until you receive the following from Pearson VUE: Acknowledgement of Receipt of Registration and Authorization to Test (ATT) 
4. Schedule your exam with  Pearson VUE. 

For more details, see the Candidate Bulletin.