Nursing
Exam Information
There are four license classification for nursing in the state of Utah: Medication Aide (MA), Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Intern, or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)/Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). Examination requirements for each of these classifications is listed below.
Registered Nurse | Licensed Practice Nurse (RN)(LPN)
DOPL has created an easy to follow Nurse Licensure Guide to assist in registering for the required licensing exam for these professions. Once you have viewed the information in the guide, continue on to the next section labeled 'Applying for Authorization to Test'.
Applying for Authorization to Test
To assist you in successfully completing an Authorization Test application, please review the information provided below before beginning the process. DOPL has also prepared this Video Tutorial: How to Receive Authorization to Test for the NCLEX and Apply for your DOPL License.
- I have graduated from an approved nursing program, can document graduation date and degree, and my transcripts have been released by the registrar's office.
- I have requested one of the following:
- Official transcripts documenting graduation from an ACEN-, CCNE-, or COA-accredited nursing program.
NOTE: Transcripts are considered official when mailed directly to DOPL from the school or when delivered in a sealed envelope with the school's stamp/seal on the envelope flap. Transcripts may also be sent via secure email from the school's registrar office to b7@utah.gov.
— OR — - If a foreign graduate, an official copy of CGFNS Certificate and CES Professional Report, which indicate education to be equivalent to an approved program. Contact CGFNS for more information at cgfns.org
- Official transcripts documenting graduation from an ACEN-, CCNE-, or COA-accredited nursing program.
- I have registered for the NCLEX with Pearson Vue and paid for the exam. Visit pearsonvue.com/nclex
- I do not live in another compact state and I can provide proof of residency as defined by Utah Code 58-31c-102.
Out-of State Applicants: DOPL cannot authorize out-of-state applicants to test if they are a resident of a state in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Residents from compact states must receive authorization to test from their state of residence. For a current list of compact states visit ncsbn.org/nurse-licensure-compact.htm .
