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NCLEX & International Nursing

NURSING CAREERSWITHOUT BORDERS

One licensing exam opens the door to registered nursing in the United States, Canada and Australia. Opal Global Skills Academy prepares nurses with an 8-week NCLEX-RN exam-readiness course built on the official 2026 NCSBN Test Plan, prepares you for the English tests that go with it, and guides you through credential evaluation, board application and exam booking.

NCLEX-RN Course
8 Weeks · 48 Hours
Classes
Mon–Wed, 4–6 PM
Exam Format
85–150 Adaptive Items
Recognised In
USA · Canada · Australia

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Global Demand

THE WORLD NEEDS NURSES

Australia

79,000+

Nurses needed to close Australia's projected shortfall by 2035

Canada

117,600

Projected shortage of nurses in Canada by 2030

United States

180,800

Registered nurse job openings in the USA every year to 2035

Sources: Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Nursing Supply and Demand Study 2023–2035 · Scheffler & Arnold, Human Resources for Health (2018) · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (2025–2035)

The Opal Advantage

WHY STUDY NCLEX WITH OPAL

International faculty, rigorous assessment and career support that continues after you pass.

Australian & International Faculty

NCLEX classes delivered and supervised by Australian and international nursing experts with more than 15 years of experience.

Frequent Tests & Assessments

Regular tests and assessments handled by internationally recognised specialists from Australia, so you always know exactly where you stand.

Advanced Smart Classrooms

Smart-class technology designed for effective teaching and measurable learning outcomes.

Complimentary

Australian Standard Aged Care Training

Aged care training aligned to Australian standards, included with your NCLEX course at no extra cost.

Complimentary

1-Day Intensive Interview Preparation

An international-level, full-day intensive interview preparation class led by one of Australia's top experts, included at no extra cost.

Complimentary

Worldwide Recruiter Connections

Connections with multiple recruiters around the world, offered free of charge to successful graduates.

Complete Migration Guidance

End-to-end migration guidelines for every country your NCLEX opens up — the USA, Canada, Australia and beyond.

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YOUR NCLEX JOURNEY

  1. 01

    Counselling & Eligibility Check

    Week 1
  2. 02

    Document Collection & Verification

    Weeks 1–4
  3. 03

    Credential Evaluation (CGFNS / TruMerit)

    3–6 months
  4. 04

    State Board of Nursing Application

    1–2 months
  5. 05

    Pearson VUE Registration & ATT

    2–6 weeks
  6. 06

    Sit the NCLEX-RN

    Within your ATT validity
  7. 07

    English Proficiency Test

    Alongside or after NCLEX
  8. 08

    VisaScreen, Employer Sponsorship & Relocation

    Varies by visa bulletin