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Nursing Board Exam (NLE) Schedule 2024 & Requirements :- The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) of the Philippines has not yet announced the official schedule and requirements for the Nursing Board Exam (NLE) 2024. However, based on the previous year’s schedule, the NLE is usually held twice a year, in May and November. The application period for the May 2024 exam is expected to start in January 2024, while the application period for the November 2024 exam is expected to start in July 2024.
Here are the general requirements for the NLE:
- Must be a Filipino citizen.
- Must be of good moral character.
- Must be a graduate of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program from a school accredited by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) or the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP).
- Must have passed the General Aptitude Test (GAT) and the Mathematics Proficiency Test (MPT) of the UPCAT or its equivalent.
In addition to the general requirements, applicants must also submit the following documents:
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- Birth certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- PSA Marriage Certificate/Contract (for married female applicants)
- Transcript of Records with scanned picture and Remarks “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Notarized Certificate of Undertaking signed by the Dean and the Registrar
Applicants who have taken the NLE before must submit the following documents:
- Notice of Admission to the NLE
- Official Rating Slip from the PRC
The PRC will release the official schedule and requirements for the NLE 2024 on their website. Applicants are advised to check the PRC website regularly for updates.
Nursing Board Exam 2024
The Nursing Board Exam (NLE) 2024 is expected to be held twice a year, in May and November. The application period for the May 2024 exam is expected to start in January 2024, while the application period for the November 2024 exam is expected to start in July 2024.
The PRC has not yet released the official schedule and requirements for the NLE 2024, but they are expected to do so in the coming months. In the meantime, applicants can review the general requirements and documents needed for the exam from the previous year.
Here are some tips for preparing for the NLE 2024:
- Start early. The NLE is a comprehensive exam, so it is important to give yourself enough time to prepare.
- Create a study schedule and stick to it. Be sure to include time to review all of the topics that are covered on the exam.
- Use a variety of study materials. There are many different NLE review books and websites available. Find resources that work for you and use them to supplement your studies.
- Practice taking mock exams. This will help you get used to the format of the NLE and identify any areas where you need to focus your studies.
- Get enough sleep and eat healthy foods. Taking care of your physical and mental health will help you perform your best on the exam day.
Refer to the table below for the complete details.
| Batch | Schedule of Exam | Places | Opening of Filing | Deadline of Filing | Expected date of Results |
| First batch | May 06 & 07, 2024 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Palawan, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga | February 06, 2024 | April 08, 2024 | May 17, 2024 |
| Second Batch | November 09 & 10, 2023 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Palawan, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga | August 09, 2024 | October 09, 2024 | November 28, 2024 |
What are the Qualifications ?
To Be Eligible to take the Nursing Board Exam (NLE) 2024, you must meet the following qualifications:
- You must be a Filipino citizen.
- You must be of good moral character.
- You must be a graduate of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program from a school accredited by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) or the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP).
- You must have passed the General Aptitude Test (GAT) and the Mathematics Proficiency Test (MPT) of the UPCAT or its equivalent.
In addition to the general qualifications, applicants must also submit the following documents:
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- Birth certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- PSA Marriage Certificate/Contract (for married female applicants)
- Transcript of Records with scanned picture and Remarks “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Notarized Certificate of Undertaking signed by the Dean and the Registrar
Applicants who have taken the NLE before must submit the following documents:
- Notice of Admission to the NLE
- Official Rating Slip from the PRC
Please note that the PRC may release additional requirements for the NLE 2024, so be sure to check their website regularly for updates.
How to Apply for NLE Online ?
To Apply for the NLE online, you can follow these steps:
- Go to the PRC Online Services website at http://online.prc.gov.ph/.
- Create an account or log in to your existing account.
- Click on the “Licensure Examination and Registration Information System (LERIS)” link.
- Select the “Application for Licensure Examination” option.
- Select the “Nursing Licensure Examination” from the list of exams.
- Read and agree to the terms and conditions.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit your application.
Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email. You will also need to print out a copy of your application form and bring it with you to the PRC office when you go to file your application in person.
What are the Requirements ?
Prepare your requirements as early as possible so you can apply early as well. According to the PRC website, you need these documents:
First-time takers
- PSA/NSO Birth Certificate (original and photocopy).
- For married female applicants, provide a copy of the PSA/NSO Marriage Contract.
- Transcript of Records with scanned photo and remarks “For board exam purposes”
- Duly Notarized copies of RLE, OR & DR cases (Minor Scrubs-3, Deliver Room Handled-3, Assisted-3, Cord Dressing-3, If under CMO 30- Certificate of Undertaking
- Notarized Certificate of Undertaking (CMO#14 series of 2009)
- Payment of 900 for complete while 450 for conditioned/ removal.
Re-takers
If you are a repeater, you need the exact requirement above except for the RLE and OR & DR Cases. The payment for the repeater is P450.
Nursing Board Exam Coverage
The Nursing Board Exam (NLE) in the Philippines is a comprehensive exam that covers the following major subjects:
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Community Health Nursing and Communicable Disease Nursing
- Maternal and Child Nursing
- Nursing of Adolescents, Adults, and Aged
- Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health
These subjects are further divided into specific topics, such as:
- Fundamentals of Nursing: Anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, nutrition, pharmacology, nursing skills, and professional adjustments
- Community Health Nursing and Communicable Disease Nursing: Community assessment, community health programs, communicable diseases, and environmental health
- Maternal and Child Nursing: Prenatal care, intrapartum care, postpartum care, newborn care, and child health
- Nursing of Adolescents, Adults, and Aged: Medical-surgical nursing, critical care nursing, and geriatric nursing
- Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health: Psychopathology, psychiatric nursing interventions, and mental health promotion
The NLE is a two-day exam, with each day consisting of four hours of testing. The first day covers Fundamentals of Nursing and Community Health Nursing and Communicable Disease Nursing. The second day covers Maternal and Child Nursing, Nursing of Adolescents, Adults, and Aged, and Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health.
The NLE is a challenging exam, but it is possible to pass it with proper preparation. There are many NLE review books and websites available, and many nursing schools also offer NLE review courses. It is important to start studying early and to create a study schedule that works for you. You should also practice taking mock exams to get used to the format of the exam and to identify any areas where you need to focus your studies.
