As of April 1, 2026, the NCLEX test plan has evolved with subtle but critical shifts in how clinical judgment is tested, especially through Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) item types like case studies and ...

Garrett Andrews is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Political Science at Portland Community College where he teaches State and Local Government. Brenna Swanston is an education-focused ...

What is CAT: The NCLEX CAT adapts each question to your ability, aiming for 95% certainty on pass/fail outcomes before ending the test. Why it matters: CAT reduces irrelevant questions, enhances ...

On April 1, the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses will include more competencies in care management and basic care and comfort, while most of the exam structure, scoring and ...

A practice–focused terminal degree, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program prepares graduates to lead the translation of scientific evidence into best practices for improving population health ...

The Baylor College of Medicine Doctor of Nursing Practice Program-Nurse Anesthesia produces future generations of professional nurse anesthetists who are leaders in clinical practice, as well as ...

A DNP is focused more on clinical care than on research. There are many DNP specializations. The degree can lead to top leadership roles in health care. If you're considering taking your career to the ...

Advance your impact in healthcare with the Orvis School of Nursing’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Designed for nurses ready to lead in clinical practice, healthcare systems, and policy, ...

One nationally ranked degree, two pathways to get there. The Purdue University West Lafayette campus offers two ways to earn the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. Both the post BSN-DNP and the ...