NCSBN Learning Extension | E-Learning for the Nursing Community

Instructions

NCSBN's Reviews for the NCLEX-RN® or NCLEX-PN® Examination:
Frequently Asked Questions

Course Specific Questions

What do I get for my course tuition?

Fifteen, seven, or three weeks (depending on which subscription length you choose) of unlimited 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, personal access to all course materials.
A graded diagnostic pre-test that helps you develop a personal study plan based on the most current NCLEX® Test Plan Categories.
More than 2,000 Web pages of comprehensive nursing content organized to the current NCLEX® Test Plan.
More than 1,100 "NCLEX^®-style" practice questions. All post-test questions and Q&A drill questions are complete with rationale as well as two references for all correct responses. All questions are edited, expanded and updated by nursing experts annually.
20 highly engaging interactive exercises to help you study.
10 NCLEX® Test Plan Category specific post-tests.
More than 55,000 nursing-medical terms accessed through Tabers Online® - free!
Study anytime, anyplace, at your own pace!

When does the course begin? When does it end?

Students can begin the course on any day, at anytime. Students register for the course online with a credit card by clicking the " new user click here" link at the top of the pages of www.learningext.com. Course access ends either fifteen, seven, or three weeks (depending on the course subscription you choose) from the date of registration of the course. That's unlimited, 24-hours per day, 7-days per week of personal access to the course materials!

Will it take me the entire subscription length to complete the course?

We suggest you look at the study plan found in the introduction of your review course-this tells you how long each section is and the recommended study time for each.
You work at your own pace. It’Äös possible to cover all course material in just a few weeks if you’Äöre crunched for time.
Students who like to study without time constraints and pressure tend to excel with a 15 week subscription - $159.00.
Students who have little time to prepare and those that typically do well under time pressure tend to excel with a 3 week subscription - $49.00.
Students who feel they are a little bit of both typically excel with a 7 week subscription - $89.00.
All subscription lengths contain exactly the same content and features.
Your diagnostic pre-test will help you determine the NCLEX® Test Plan subcategories in which you are stronger or weaker. After the Pre-test you can review the course subcategories in any order you choose, at any pace you choose. The important thing is that you decide how much time to spend on the review!
If you run out of time during your review you are welcome to sign up for additional time by purchasing another subscription.

How do I go through all the course material -- how will I remember where I left off in each section?

You can attack the course material in any order you choose! It is probably best to start with those sections in which you are weaker. The program remembers where you left off within each content section. Each time you log back into the course, the program will ask if you would like to start over or start where you left off the last time! (This does not apply to the Q&A drills.)

Can I purchase NCSBN's Review for the NCLEX® Examination course in print, diskette, or CD-ROM format?

NCSBN's Review for the NCLEX® Examination is available only online. While a book or CD-ROM can be good study tools, new editions are infrequently published. Online presentation of NCLEX® review allows our instructors to present updated content soon after nursing practice changes.

Who authored the course material for NCSBN's Review for the NCLEX® Examination?

NCLEX-PN Review: NCSBN Learning Extension staff spent 1.5 years in development of this online PN review. Course content and items were taken from the RN review course currently offered. All content and items were reviewed and modified for application to the PN audience by an editorial team consisting of PN faculty from across the U.S. New items were also developed and added to the review to ensure a comprehensive representation of NCLEX-PN Test Plan category content. Go to the Course Faculty section for a complete list of editors and contributors.
NCLEX-RN Review: The Special Services Division of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) invested more than two years into the initial research and development of the NCLEX® Review Course. NCLEX® Test Plan subcategory content was authored and reviewed by nursing faculty and practicing nurses. Authors and reviewers were recruited on a national basis and selected for participation based on their respective areas of expertise. Go the Course Faculty section for a complete list of authors and contributors.

How were the practice test questions developed?

Nursing faculty and practicing nurses developed the draft questions and answers. Nurses then reviewed each question for currency to today’s practice. Finally, each item was edited to make sure that each would be presented to students in "NCLEX^®-style".

Are the practice questions graded?

Yes. All questions give correct or incorrect response along with rationale. In addition, all answers contain at least two references.

Do I receive a certificate of completion when I finish the course?

After successfully completing the course you will have the option of printing a certificate. The certificate will include your name and title of the course. The certificate may be sent to your state board or institution as proof of completion of NCSBN’s Review course for the NCLEX Exam. To be eligible for a certificate, you will need to score a 75% or higher on each posttest and the pretest. Once this is achieved, a link will become available on the My Courses screen to print the certificate. The ‘print certificate’ link will only appear once a score of 75% or higher is earned on all 9 tests. Open this link and proceed to print the certificate. If your course has expired, click on My History to find the certificate. >Back to Top

What happens if I do not score high enough to print a certificate?
- A letter of remediation can be sent that contains the student name, course, grades and completion percentage. A letter will be sent to the state board or institution only upon written request to elearning@ncsbn.org .>Back to Top
  
  What is Taber's Online?
  - Taber's Online^® is the Internet version of the highly respected nursing dictionary published by F.A. Davis Company Publishers. Taber's supports our review course glossary, giving you access to more than 55,000 terms and illustrations absolutely FREE for the term of your enrollment.
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  Do you offer any special discounts?
  - Yes! We offer a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more. To find out the details, go here.
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  12. Can I print out course materials to share with other nursing students?
  - No! NCSBN's Review for the NCLEX® Examination is copyrighted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. Sharing the course materials with others is a violation of NCSBN’s copyright.
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  Do you guarantee that I will pass the NCLEX® Examination?
  - No! We do not guarantee that students will pass the NCLEX® examination after taking the course. The reasons for this are numerous. Most important is that the review is not designed as an indicator of passing, but as a comprehensive tool to help students prepare for the exam.
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  What feedback have you received from students who have taken the course?
  - Students have praised our course. Find out their comments here.
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  Questions Regarding Registration
  
  1. How will NCSBN use the personal information I enter?
  
  NCSBN uses any personal information that you enter (with the exception of your credit card information) strictly for statistical purposes and recording your earned credits. Review our Privacy Policy for more details.
  
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  2. Can other people see my credit card number when I use it in your system?
  
  Your security is of the utmost importance to NCSBN. As long as your computer supports a secure connection, your credit card information and other sensitive information cannot be viewed by unauthorized people.
  
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  How do I register and pay for the course?
  
  Online registration is easy, and you can register anytime, day or night by going to: http://ncsbn.myncsbnlx.com/olenet/student/. For detailed instructions, view the help page.
  
  Can I share my password with others?
  
  Your username and password not only give you access to the course materials, but also to your unique personalized study plan. Sharing your password with others is a violation of your user agreement
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  I am purchasing courses for multiple people and the organization is paying, how do I do that?
  
  If you are interested in purchasing multiple courses, you can do so online with a credit card. Click here for specific instructions on “institutional/multi-user purchases”.
  
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  Questions Regarding Technology
  
  What are the basic requirements for accessing the course?
  
  To access the course you will need a conncetion to the Internet, a PC, the Internet Explorer Browser, the ability to disable pop-up blockers on your browser, the Adobe Flash player and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  
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  My Browser won’t allow me to access my course!
  
  The OLE system requires that you use Internet Explorer on a PC to access and purchase courses. If you are currently using another browser and have questions about how to locate Internet Explorer, please contact technical support (see information below in the section called "Customer Service & Technical Support").
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  Where can I get technical assistance regarding the course?
  
  Technical Support is available 24/7 by email at ncsbn@globalmentoring.com or or by live chat.
  
  Questions about NCSBN Learning Extension, online courses or other products should be directed to Customer Service: elearning@ncsbn.org. Questions about NCSBN Learning Extension, online courses or other products should be directed to Customer Service: elearning@ncsbn.org.
  
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  What is the Adobe Flash Player?
  
  NCSBN Learning Extension uses several plug-ins for interactive features:
  - Adobe Acrobat Reader: Download at: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
  - Adobe Flash Player: Download at: http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash
  - Windows Media Player: Download at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/AllDownloads.aspx?displang=en&qstechnology=
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  General Questions
  
  What is NCSBN Learning Extension?
  
  NCSBN Learning Extension provides quality continuing education courses for students, practicing nurses and nursing educators. Supported by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), in partnership with VTN Technologies, NCSBN Learning Extension has helped thousands of nurses build their credentials in a fun and interactive format. For more information, visit the About Us page.
  
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  Who is NCSBN?
  
  The National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN) is a not-for-profit organization comprised of the boards of nursing in the 50 states. We also serve the District of Columbia, and four United States territories--American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
  
  NCSBN’s mission has always been to protect the health and welfare of the public. They have taken the lead in nursing regulation by helping Member Boards across the country to promote safe and effective nursing practice.
  
  For more information about the NCSBN’s programs and services, visit NCSBN's Web site at www.ncsbn.org.
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  Does NCSBN Learning Extension offer any other courses tailored for nurses?
  
  NCSBN Learning Extension is a great way for nurses to continue their education online, and offers an array of courses geared specifically toward nursing professionals, students and educators. Whether you are looking for a course about a specific aspect of nursing, or need help to study for your NCLEX-PN or RN examination, NCSBN offers one of the best nursing educational resources available. If you would like to see a complete list of NCSBN’s courses and other products and services, visit the Resources section of this Web site.
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