Understandably, sometimes things come up that can interfere with our plans. If you need to change your NCLEX date due to unforeseen circumstances, it is possible to do so.
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NCLEX Reschedule: How Many Times Can You Change Your Date
You must contact the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). The NCSBN provides the necessary guidelines for changing your NCLEX date. Depending on the circumstances and when you request to change your exam date, you may be able to reschedule without any cost. You can reschedule the exam at least 24 hours before.
How To Change Your NCLEX Appointment?
1. First, you will need to contact your state board of nursing and the NCSBN to request a date change
2. You must provide documentation of the reason for reschedulings, such as orders from an employer or medical documentation, if applicable.
3. Contact Pearson VUE customer service to reschedule your exam.
4. Once all documents are received, the NCSBN will review the request and guide how to change your NCLEX date.
5. After you have completed the steps outlined by the NCSBN, you must contact Pearson VUE again to reschedule your exam.
6. Finally, once all steps have been completed, you can reschedule your NCLEX date.
It can certainly be frustrating when life throws us curveballs, but thankfully we can change our NCLEX dates if needed. Please contact the NCSBN and Pearson VUE and provide the necessary documentation if you need to reschedule your exam. Good luck!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I change my NCLEX date?
A: Yes, you can contact the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and Pearson VUE to request a date change. However, there may be a fee associated with the change. Additionally, you may have to reschedule your exam if the date change puts you outside the ninety-day window for taking the NCLEX.
Q: How do I contact NCSBN or Pearson VUE?
A: For NCSBN, the most direct way of contacting them is through their website. You can find their contact form here: https://www.ncsbn.org/contact-us.htm
You can find the contact information for Pearson VUE on their website (https://home.pearsonvue.com/Contact-Us). They also have a customer service line that you can call at 1-877-642-6748.
Q: Are there any fees associated with rescheduling my NCLEX date?
A: Yes, there may be a fee associated with changing your exam date. The exact amount will depend on when you are requesting your change and how far in advance it is from the original test date. It is best to contact either NCSBN or Pearson VUE directly to determine the exact fee.
Q: How much time do I have to reschedule my NCLEX date?
A: You will need to reschedule your exam within the ninety-day window if you wish to take it. If you attempt to reschedule outside this window, your exam will not be accepted.
Final Thoughts
Changing your NCLEX date is possible, but fees may be associated with it. You will need to contact NCSBN or Pearson VUE directly to make the request and determine the exact amount of applicable fees. Additionally, you must reschedule within ninety days of your original test date for the exam to be accepted. It is essential to understand the policies before requesting a date change.
Mrs. Marie Brown has been a registered nurse for over 25 years. She began her nursing career at a Level I Trauma Center in downtown Chicago, Illinois. There she worked in the Emergency Department and on the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. After several years, she moved to the Midwest and continued her nursing career in a critical care setting. For the last 10 years of her nursing career, Mrs. Brown worked as a flight nurse with an air ambulance service. During this time, she cared for patients throughout the United States.