This is the official website of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). All NCLEX® candidates should be familiar with this site. You can learn about the NCSBN and you’ll find information about how you can qualify and schedule to sit for the NCLEX® exam. The Sycamore Learning Center For Nurses is not affiliated with the National Council of State Boards of Nursing
The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulates the practice of registered nursing and certified advanced practice nurses in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare. The Board exists to protect the health and safety of consumers and promote quality registered nursing care in California.
The mission of the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (Board) is to protect the public. Public protection is paramount to the Board and its highest priority in exercising its licensing, regulatory and disciplinary functions. Toward this end, the Board ensures that only qualified persons are licensed vocational nurses and psychiatric technicians by enforcing education requirements, standards of practice and by educating consumers of their rights.
The official website of the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS). If you are a foreign educated nurse and wish to become a Registered Nurse in the United States, this site is an important first step. Here you can find out about the CGFNS certification and testing programs. You will need to contact your state Board of Nursing to determine if the CGFNS is required before you can take the NCLEX®. The Martin Review is not affiliated with the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools
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