JAPOT

i have a question to ask about my visa screen and CES from cgfns. i have an on going order for the visascreen but i wanted to add one more order for CES course by course evaluation for healthcare professionals. do i need to go to a different process like sending the same papers once again or should i just pay the bill and they will use the same papers that i sent for my visa screen? hoping for ur help

If you order it online more often than not whatever documents you have provided with your VisaScreen application that is applicable with your CES application will be carried over (e.g. licenses, school records etc.) not unless they have expired. If they need more papers from you they will inform you. But for now, just request for the CES application and from there they will inform you what other pending documents they would be needing. Hope this helped.

JULIEBEE

hi! can i apply for an NCLEX in california NOW even if I’m currently a resident of arizona? and will probably move to california next year? is that possible? like sort of advance application? thanks a lot Ms. Gillen!

It is possible as long as you can provide them with the necessary documents they need and if you do not intend to practice in Arizona because like you mentioned you would not be moving until next year. Please be informed that California requires you to give your Social Security Number in your application or else your application will be sent back to you.

TIN

hi, i am an immigrant here in CA but took my nursing degree in the Philippines. i had already sent the board of registered nursing my application, fingerprinting, and all the necessary requirements for my  application for examination. unfortunately, instead of receiving an approval what they gave me are completion of the following:

1. transcript (both theory and clinical hours)
2. class schedule for the nursing program completed my nursing school
3. clinical rotation schedule sent directly by the school
4. transcipt (s) set directly to the board of registered nursing for all education/ training completed prior to enrolling in your nursing program
5. copy of visa or passport (all pages) validating your entry and departure dates reflected on your educational transciript(s)
6. registration or the enrollment form

all of these are uncalled for. are they questioning my authenticity? if there is anyone who has the same experience as mine. how long did it took them to do the evaluation before giving you the permit to take the exam? please i really really need answers.

I am so sorry for this unfortunate incident. But let me tell you that this is not the first time that such documents have been asked from immigrants who took nursing in the Philippines. Let us just say that each applicant is a case to case basis so no individual application is alike. I cannot answer as to why the CA BON are asking for such requirements but it could be possible that they just want to verify/ clarify some data from your school etc. It would be best to just provide them with the documents requested since without such documents your application will not be completed. If you provide them with what they need they will grant you with your eligibility.

ARNIE

hi! first time to post here so im not sure if im posting at the right place.. anyway, i applied for the CA-NCLEX last year, november 23 2009.. then i received a letter from BON that they have not received the  copy of my related learning experienced. then i mailed to them my RLE last may 10 2010, until now i haven’t receive a letter of notification from them that they received my RLE.. matagal po ba talaga processing non?

Yoiu did post at the right place. Processing usually takes a month or two. I think it would be valid to make a follow up on your application by giving them a call.

KAT

i would like to ask on what should i do regarding my endorsement to pennsylvania. i passed the nclex rn under the state of california, of course, i dont have ssn. so i cant get a license. mag expire ung sa cali this december. i dont want to take it again. how can i endorse it to pennsylvania? do i need ces full education course by course? how about texas?which is easier? i already have my visa screen certificate and ung sa ces full educaton course by course, my recepient for that ces certificate is pennsylvania. but i have learned only just this day na d daw required sa pennsylvania ung ces, and what i need is to take the cgfns qualifying exam just to endorse to pennsylvania. i dont want to take cgfns exam. so im thinking of texas, if pwede na sa kanila ku na lng iendorse. i need your help. please TT

You can always endorse your license in Texas but be ready to fulfill the other requirements  that they have. If you are planning on securing your NCLEX-RN examination have you considered applying in Vermont?  Your CES report can be used there as well and have lesser requirements than Texas.

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SIXTEEN

hi!!! ask ko lang po kasi hindi talaga ako makatulog sa kakaisip.. i took nclex (california) once and i failed so i planned to re-apply again.. kaya lang kasi may nabasa ako sa forum na kapag walang SSN hindi iproprocess ang application.. is it true ba? so you mean i can’t retake my nclex na.. i’m a nurse in the Philippines.. i’m reviewing but hindi ako makapagconcentrate sa nabasa ko.. ano dapat kong gawin? i have a visa in US but it’s a tourist visa lang. 2019 pa maeexpired.. pls. help me.. ano dapat kong gawin? pls give me an advice..

As of now yes it is indeed true. I have a friend who had the same experience as you are and upon reapplying her application was denied due to the new memo. But remember that if your papers reached there prior to the renewal then most probably they will allow you to take the exam but if not they will just return your papers together with your application fee. If the latter happens, it would be best to apply to other state such as Vermont which do not require a SSN. Having a tourist visa does not change anything at all since that visa allows you to visit the US as a tourist.

DL

ask ko lng po kung anu pong state sa us ang di na kailangan ng SSN pag nagapply for nclex,kasi bumalik po ung application ko for cali,may bagong memorandum na kasi na kelangan na ung SSN,hope to hear from you soon,thanks in advance. :]

Vermont is a state which does not require a SSN but they have more requirements than California.

KATHY

hi.. tanong ko lang po.. if you dont pass the nclex, will they still send you a letter na di ka nakapasa? salamat po…pero almost a year na wala parin akong natatanggap na mail from them. i tried calling but they put me on hold. what must have been the possible problems kaya kung bakit masyadong matagal ang result? im so frustrated right now. hoping for your ideas…

Yes absolutely. Whether you passed the exam or not they will inform you. One reason why you did not receive a letter is if transferred from one place to another? There might have been an issue with regards to sending the mail. but one year to wait is too long best thing is to call the Board of Nursing in which you applied in and NOT Pearson Vue since they are the only ones facilitating the examination all results will still be forwarded to the Board of Nursing you applied in.

RICA

I just want to say thank you for taking time to answer my questions.

No problem I’m just glad that I was able to be of help

DUDDY_CHAVEZ

hello..i do have the same prob with regards to my NCLEX application…i have sent it to the California Board of Nursing without knowing about the SSN memorandum then i have received a mail returning all my application including the bank draft,finger print card,etc ..i was just thinking if there will be any option for me to take my NCLEX to other state without requesting for an SSN??..thank you in advance..your response is of a great help for me…GODBLESS

Vermont seems to be a popular choice for many since they do not require a SSN. But they have more requirements than California such as the CES.

GHEE

I’m a fresh graduate do i need to take Phil.board exam or be licensed first before taking NCLEX in Illinois?need an immediate response..thanks!

It would be best to take the Philippine Board Exam prior to taking any examinations abroad. In a way it gives you a fall back plan just in case things do not go well with your application in the NCLEX and you would still be needing to earn experience prior to being able to work abroad. And most Boards of Nursing require you to hold a license in the country where you were educated.

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ARIES

i checked the CA-BON website and all i saw was “You will need to provide a U.S. Social Security number before a California license can be issued to you.” Shouldn’t they change this to include the memo?

As per recent experience from other applicants, CA BON will NOT accept any applications if you do NOT have a U.S. Social Security Number. This means even on your initial application if you cannot provide them with such then your application would just be sent back to you.

KATHRINA

Hi po! i would like to ask for help regarding NCLEX. I am obliged by my parent and relatives to take the exam but i dont know which state board to take is best. please help.  Uhm. a doctor recommended Vermont. does anyone know if it requires CES or CGFNS?

Vermont is a good choice since they give you a license right away but it does require CES.

JOY

go to NEAc application center. they can help u

Yes offices such as NEAC offer services which can help you with your NCLEX- RN application but of course this comes with fees. Please do bear in mind that handling your NCLEX-RN application is not as complicated as you think and if you follow instructions carefully you can do this on your own.

CESS

hi can i ask an advice if which is better to take nclex cali or nclex vermont?and why so?..
thanks in advance…

As of recent changes in both State Boards of Nursing it would be best to apply in Vermont because they do not require a SSN to apply. CA BON changed their application process recently and now require a US SSN to be presented or given during your application or else your application will be denied.

LIZ

I am an NCLEX-RN passer of the CA BON. I would like to ask if i can endorse my NCLEX pass exam to New Mexico? Do they require  a Social Security Number before the New Mexico issue a license  by endorsement?

I could not access the NM BON site as of the moment, but most probably they will require you to have a SSN.

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TONY

hi need help/advice i took and passed the NCLEX RN for CA last dec 2007 and with their new rules i would be needing a SSN for a lic to be issued. i called the CA board of nursing last week and asked for an extension since i only have til dec of this year to provide the SSN. i was told to fax a letter requesting for  an extension. so i did the following day. so after one week (which was yesterday) i received a letter stating that my request was denied and my file is only active til december (basically i just wasted making the letter and faxing it which i was told to do so).

Well anyway, I need help/advice to which state I need to have my lic to be endorsed just to save it. Maybe if you could help me find a state which doesnt require a SSN for licensing and second, one that will not require so much paper work so that I’ll be able to meet the deadline (dec 2010).
will be waiting for your advice. thanks

It would be best to transfer your license to another state such as Vermont wherein they do not require any SSN. But of course these entails expenses as they have requirements such as CGFNS Credentials Evaluation and other paperworks. And the other option is to let it expire and retake the examination. And if you opt to transfer your license to Vermont or any other state it would be best to do it now since you do not have much time. Estimate is around 3- 6 months if you do not have complications with your application. Feel free to browse the Vermont International Nurse NCLEX Pass Form for their requirements.

BUSY

Hello ms Joan. I would like to ask for your advice. My visa would be expiring next year 2011 of November. I would like to ask how I could possibly change my status? I am a tourist here in USA, and I will be taking my exam for CA NCLEX RN on july 7, 2010. Hopefully I would pass, and I am optimistic about that (claim it and God will give it). So I am claiming it.! =) I dont have SSN and we all know that SSNs are only given to residents and we also know that I need SSN for me to be able to get my license card (once I pass). So, how am I suppose to do for me to be able to get SSN? Also, is it possible to apply for jobs even without the actual license yet? and without SSN? Please do reply via my email. Thanks a lot! Godbless.

I think this goes beyond the area of my expertise and it would be best to talk with an immigration lawyer about issues with regards to your visas and SSN. Its just that these things involve laws, legalities etc in which I think they can give you better advice than I am. Legally speaking, you cannot get a job there without SSN and you would be putting yourself at risk if you work without a license or SSN. And all queries are answered here in the site so that people who are in the same situation as you are can read the answers.

CARLA

Hi. Do you have any other number that I can call the CA BON? The numbers posted on their website (916)574-7697 has a fax tone while their official number ending in 3350 is out of order. Thanks.

This is another number that was listed: (916) 322-1700 I hope this helps.

DAINEREADER

hi! i am CA NCLEX passer, stated sa letter nila within 3 years since I passed the NCLEX I have to submit sa SSN for my req’ts to be completed. what will happen if I did not submit my SSN? will my NCLEX be cancelled and I have to retake the said exam if ever I apply again for licensure?

If you do not submit within 3 years your file will be abolished and would have to retake the NCLEX-RN examination.

RICA

Hi Ms. Joan, I sent a request letter to California Board of Nursing together with a 10$ US POSTAL MONEY ORDER, in order to get my Canditate Report.

My question now are as follows:

1. How long does it usually take to receive the candidate report?

2. Would they send it directly to the state I’m applying for an endorsement to (in this case, Vermont) or would they send it to me (then I would attach it along with the endorsement application)?

It usually takes a month or two before they send it over but usually they do not send it to you but to Vermont.

3. Was the 10$ US POSTAL MONEY ORDER valid? Because this is what I read from other people, but when I visited your site, you mentioned it should be a MANAGER’S CHECK.

If it is a US based postal money order its fine. Manager’s check are for those who are outside US territory.

4. In case it takes so long to get the candidate report, should I just go ahead and send my application first THEN submit the candidate report as soon as it comes?

You can submit your application already since the candidate report will be sent directly to Vermont anyways.

Thank you so much. I only have 3 months left before my NCLEX expires and I’m really bummed out.

I hope all goes well and good luck! I also hope your CGFNS evaluation is done

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