– The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a practical exam used to assess the clinical skills of internationally educated nurses (IENs) and those re-entering the profession. It typically involves a series of stations where candidates must demonstrate various clinical skills, such as patient assessment, communication, and clinical decision-making.
– The OSCE is used to ensure that candidates meet the clinical competency standards required to practice safely in Canada. The exam is usually conducted by provincial nursing regulatory bodies or designated assessment centers.

NGN stands for Next Generation NCLEX. It is an updated version of the NCLEX exam designed to better assess the clinical judgment and decision-making skills of nursing candidates.

The NGN NCLEX, like the traditional NCLEX, uses a pass/fail system rather than a specific score. You must meet the minimum competency standard set by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).

The number of NGN-style questions on the NCLEX can vary. Typically, it includes several case studies and stand-alone items that utilize the NGN format. The exact number can differ, but the goal is to assess clinical judgment through a variety of question types.

NGN stands for Next Generation NCLEX. It represents the evolution of the NCLEX exam to include more advanced testing methods for evaluating a candidate’s readiness for nursing practice.