National Certification Exam Candidates

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good morning! 

I'm scheduled to test on November 23rd and have started to study, but know I need to focus on preparing over the next few weeks. 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hi everyone,

I will pray for all of us to be successful.

Best of everything,

Debbie

Good morning! 

I'm scheduled to test on November 23rd and have started to study, but know I need to focus on preparing over the next few weeks. 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hi everyone,

I will pray for all of us to be successful.

Best of everything,

Debbie

Good morning! 

I'm scheduled to test on November 23rd and have started to study, but know I need to focus on preparing over the next few weeks. 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hi everyone,

I will pray for all of us to be successful.

Best of everything,

Debbie

Good morning! 

I'm scheduled to test on November 23rd and have started to study, but know I need to focus on preparing over the next few weeks. 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good Morning, 

I am scheduled for 11/3 @ 0900.....hopefully 3rd time is a charm and I pass!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good Morning, 

I am scheduled for 11/3 @ 0900.....hopefully 3rd time is a charm and I pass!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate those of you who are coming back to retake the NCSN exam - that takes courage, resilience, and determination. I am so proud of you for not giving up.

I want you to know - you're not alone. I failed my NCLEX twice, and it was the third time that I passed. The difference wasn't in what I knew - it was in how I tested. Once I focused on test-taking strategies, everything changed. I already had the knowledge; I just needed to learn how to show it in the way the exam measures it.

So, if you're testing again, or for the first time, hold your head high. You've come so far already, and every attempt brings you one step closer to success. You've got this - and we're all cheering you on!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I took the test yesterday and passed! :) It was difficult, but the study book and practice tests helped a ton!! I would highly recommend using them. Good luck to everyone! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I took the test yesterday and passed! :) It was difficult, but the study book and practice tests helped a ton!! I would highly recommend using them. Good luck to everyone! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I took the test yesterday and passed! :) It was difficult, but the study book and practice tests helped a ton!! I would highly recommend using them. Good luck to everyone! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I took the test yesterday and passed! :) It was difficult, but the study book and practice tests helped a ton!! I would highly recommend using them. Good luck to everyone! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

And it was another failed exam...do not think I'll sit for a 4th time for it.  I actually felt confident about it and while taking it, I know it doesn't define me as a nurse but I think of this road has ended for me.  

Good luck to those taking it and Congrats to those who have passed.  

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

And it was another failed exam...do not think I'll sit for a 4th time for it.  I actually felt confident about it and while taking it, I know it doesn't define me as a nurse but I think of this road has ended for me.  

Good luck to those taking it and Congrats to those who have passed.  

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

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Meggan Burawski MSN, RN
Hartly, DE United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 11-03-2025 11:15
From: Holly Hoene
Subject: Fall NCSN Testing Window Now Open!

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

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Holly Hoene
Eyota, MN United States

Original Message:
Sent: 10-23-2025 13:09
From: Sarah Portle, MEd., BSN, RN, NCSN
Subject: Fall NCSN Testing Window Now Open!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

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Sarah T. Portle M.Ed., BSN RN, NCSN
Lead Nurse - Arizona State University Preparatory Academy
PhD Student - Arizona State University, Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
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what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations, Laura!! Thanks for the tips. 

Best Regards,

Dr. Sylvia Guidry-Brown, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CSN

Supervisor of Nurses and School Health Services

2023-2027 NASN Director-Louisiana

127 Blair St. 

Opelousas, LA 70570

337-948-3646  

2023 - Louisiana School Health Provider of the Year

 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations Laura! Thanks for the tips!

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations Laura! Thanks for the tips!

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations Laura! Thanks for the tips!

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

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Congratulations, Laura!! Thank you for the tips! 

Did you use the comprehensive text textbook too or just the review book? I test on the 23rd and am struggling on where to focus my studying between these. 

what did you use to study? I am using the review book, the flashcard book, practice test exams, and reviewing the test taking strategies....Sometimes I feel that is not enough....I know its the way the questions are asked..I know the content. I have always struggled with tests and my anxiety goes through the roof too. 

Good luck to everyone taking the test soon!  200 questions seems daunting, but take it one question at a time.  You are able to flag questions as you go, so I came back to those after I had answered them all.  Then I didn't second guess myself!  Go with your initial thoughts...it's usually correct!  Pay close attention to words like FIRST, PRIORITY, BEST, etc. I definitely had a wide variety of questions from all aspects of the study book.  Make sure to read over sections and take practice tests on areas that are harder for you.  If I can do this, you all can too!  Best of luck!

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

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You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
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Congratulations Meggan! So happy for you! Your hard work paid off. Your students are blessed to have you for their nurse. Have a great day.

Christine

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

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You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

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You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

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You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
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Congratulations, Maggan!!!!

Share some tips. 

Best Regards,

Dr. Sylvia Guidry-Brown, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CSN

Supervisor of Nurses and School Health Services

2023-2027 NASN Director-Louisiana

127 Blair St. 

Opelousas, LA 70570

337-948-3646  

2023 - Louisiana School Health Provider of the Year

 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
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Thank you!

For me, I knew the content, it was brushing up on my test taking strategies. So if you struggle with testing, I would use the free test taking course that is offered in week 1. I would take the practice exams over and over and apply the strategies. DO the questions in the back of the review book as well. I used the flachcard book as well!

Congratulations, Maggan!!!!

Share some tips. 

Best Regards,

Dr. Sylvia Guidry-Brown, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CSN

Supervisor of Nurses and School Health Services

2023-2027 NASN Director-Louisiana

127 Blair St. 

Opelousas, LA 70570

337-948-3646  

2023 - Louisiana School Health Provider of the Year

 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

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You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congrats!!!!  I can't imagine what a good feeling that is to have!!  What flashcard book did you use that was mentioned?  I'm on the fence about taking the test a 4th time, but any new materials might help me.  

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

I PASSED!!!! Third time was a charm! I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations Carrie!  You rock!

I took the test this morning and just found out that I passed.  It does feel good.

Best,

Debbie

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine! 

Congratulations Carrie!  You rock!

I took the test this morning and just found out that I passed.  It does feel good.

Best,

Debbie

Hello everyone,

I took the exam this morning and PASSED! I used the study guide, review cards, the practice exams, and I also did the Nurse Builders E-Course. I highly recommend these items to help you in your study efforts. Read, Review, Practice, Repeat, is what I did over and over until I could answer almost every item in the study cards by heart. I know this information is now engrained into my practice. I am wishing you all success on your exam and you CAN do it!! 

The Fall 2025 NCSN testing window is officially open (October 23 – November 23, 2025)!
If you're scheduled to test during this window, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your testing status updates here - whether you've scheduled your date, completed your exam, or are preparing to take it soon.

Let's cheer each other on and celebrate every milestone along the way. 
You've put in the work - now it's time to shine!