Varsity Tutors can set you up with a private San Diego NCLEX tutor or prep class that can help you prepare for your licensure exam. Passing the NCLEX is one of the most important steps you will take as a registered nurse or a practical nurse candidate, and anybody who is on this particular career path can benefit from a thorough review before they sit down for the exam. A San Diego NCLEX prep course or tutoring session will cover many of the concepts you may have learned as a student at schools like San Diego State University or California State University - San Marcos, but simply having the opportunity to review the material at your own pace and your own schedule can help you better understand it and ease any test anxiety that you might have.
What Material is Covered by San Diego NCLEX Prep?
The NCLEX, or National Council Licensure Examination, refers to two different licensure exams that are administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN). One test is for registered nurse candidates, and the other is for practical nurses. Both exams are administered through Computerized Adaptive Testing, or CAT. Every time you answer a question, the computer estimates your ability based on how you answered the previous questions and on their difficulty. It then selects a question that you should have a 50 percent chance of answering correctly. The idea is to not make the exam too difficult or too easy and to gather as much information as possible about your true ability level. Registered nurse candidates can expect to answer between 75 and 265 questions while practical nurse candidates can expect to answer between 85 and 205 questions. You will have six hours to complete the NCLEX-RN as a registered nurse candidate, and five hours to complete the NCLEX-PN as a practical nurse candidate.
The NCLEX is divided into four different sections, each of which deals with a different facet of a client's needs. These four sections are Safe and Effective Care Environment, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Psychosocial Integrity, and Physiological Integrity. You will also need to understand concepts such as the Basic Nursing Process, Communication, Documentation, Teaching and Learning, and Culture and Spirituality. A San Diego NCLEX preparation course or private instruction can help you better understand these concepts and prepare you for taking the exam itself.
What are the Benefits of Each Type of San Diego NCLEX Prep?
Varsity Tutors can set you up with two different kinds of San Diego NCLEX prep. The first is an NCLEX prep course that you will take with other students in a virtual classroom, and the second is private instruction with a San Diego NCLEX tutor. Both types of preparation have their advantages, but while some candidates will opt for both types of preparation, most choose one over the other. If you decide to enroll in a San Diego NCLEX prep course, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students and an instructor in a virtual classroom. The other students will be studying the same material as you which can be helpful for anyone who learns better in a collaborative environment. If you need some extra help, you can also ask for a one-on-one meeting with the instructor. Since these courses are entirely online, you won't have to worry about commuting to a physical classroom. As long as you are somewhere with a stable Internet connection, you will be able to participate in the course. New prep course sections open up regularly, and you should be able to find a course that fits comfortably into your schedule.
If you think you would benefit more from one-on-one instruction, we can also set you up with a private instructor. These instructors will be able to provide you with their undivided attention and allow you to learn at your own pace. They will be able to tailor lessons to suit your learning style and focus on areas where you will need the most improvement. Private instruction might also provide you with more flexibility than other prep options can. Since there is no need to adhere to a class schedule at all, you will be able to schedule your study sessions with your instructor whenever it is the most convenient for you.
How Do I Get Started with San Diego NCLEX Prep?
Whether you would prefer a San Diego NCLEX prep class or private instruction, Varsity Tutors can help find the solution that works best for you. For more information about how to get started, contact us today. We will be happy to answer your questions.

Ugonna: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...private, and adult learning institutions. I have just recently finished my Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude with Honors, at Lenoir-Rhyne University. have a Bachelors in Psychology after attending both Yale and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Masters in Business Administration from Pfeiffer University, and am currently working on a second Bachelors of Science in Nursing at Lenoir-Rhyne University. I completely understand the pressures of maintaining good grades with extracurricular...
Education & Certification
- Pfeiffer University - Masters, Business Administration and Management
- Lenoir-Rhyne University - Bachelors, Nursing
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- Biology
- Other
- Middle School Math
- +20 subjects

Lauren: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...undergraduate education I went on to attend medical school at Barry University School of Pediatric Medicine where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA and was named class valedictorian. While attending medical school in addition to my doctorate I also obtained a master's degree in biomedical science. Continuing my medical education I performed a three year surgical residency at a hospital in New Jersey. Throughout my academic career I have not only possessed a love of...
Education & Certification
- Dominican College of Blauvelt - Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training
- Barry University - PHD, Podiatric Medicine
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- Chemistry
- Anatomy & Physiology
- General Chemistry
- +16 subjects

Francine: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...was focused on health care transition (from peds to adult) in children and youth with special health care needs. I am passionate about nursing, at the bedside and beyond. Currently, I am professor of nursing, working at a private university here in Miami, FL. I hold a license to practice a Registered Nurse and also as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse under the Family Nurse Practitioner specialty. Additionally, I am very passionate about reading and...
Education & Certification
- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Florida International University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Essay Editing
- Thesis Writing
- +10 subjects

Onitisha: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...area. I worked as a RN in the ER, OR, Med-surge, Labor and Delivery until 2010, when I was accepted into graduate school. In 2012, I completed my master's for an Adult and Women's Health NP program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I certified for my Adult NP thru AANP and for Women's thru NCC. I have been practicing off and on as an NP since 7/2012. My passion is women's health and...
Education & Certification
- University of Detroit Mercy - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Nursing
- Medicine
- +2 subjects

Mary: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...dots, develop critical thinking and develop their own passion for being a nurse. I love to tell my students, I am not always going to be here. So I don't want you dependent on me. I will be your safety net, but I am not going to hold your hand through this process. I strongly believe a self motivated student is the one who succeeds. A passionate student about their studies is also one that...
Education & Certification
- Central Ohio Technical College - Associate in Nursing, Nursing (RN)
- Wright State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Chemistry
- Elementary School Writing
- +22 subjects

Vanessa: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...the amazing capacity for the brain to adapt and rewire itself through strategy and persistence. My experience as an RN (ER, Urgent Care, NICU, Peri-Natal, Dialysis, Eye Surgery, Quality Assurance, Community Health/ Wellness, Medical Editing, and Home Health) probides me a wealth of real-life medical experience to draw from for tutoring NCLEX and/or nursing school admission tests. I also enjoy using my energy and enthusiasm to inspire children to believe in their own scholastic aptitudes....
Education & Certification
- Southern Adventist University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- Reading
- Music
- +25 subjects

Jouel: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...have worked in a wide variety of healthcare settings from acute care to home health. I enjoy teaching nursing students, as I feel we need strong nurses who are competent and skilled to care for others. I have been a clinical instructor and currently precept graduate nursing students. I like to assess how each student learns so that we can work from there to develop the best way to understanding and mastery of the information....
Education & Certification
- Winston-Salem State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder (medical billing)
- Other
- +2 subjects

Veronika: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...trauma critical care, and medical intensive care. I enjoy traveling in different countries, and have worked with children and students in Mexico and Uganda. I am a bit of a language nerd; growing up in a Russian-speaking Ukrainian household, studying French, German, and Latin in high school, and also learning some Spanish, Korean, Swahili, and Luganda on my own. I have been a Sunday School teacher, a French language immersion school teacher assistant, and I...
Education & Certification
- University of Portland - Bachelor in Arts, French
- University of Portland - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-RN Prep Course
- English
- Languages
- +25 subjects

Stacey: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...you reach your goals. My career in nursing has given me opportunities that no other profession could. The choices, specialties, and educational options afforded to nurses are infinite. One could never be bored with this career. In fact, it is for this reason that I am in a teaching position. I began my career in 1996 and over its trajectory I have offered key contributions to the field of nursing through a broad spectrum of...
Education & Certification
- University of Akron Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Phoenix-Central Florida Campus - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Phoenix-Central Florida Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment
- Professional Certifications
- +25 subjects

Karissa: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
I'm here to help you master your nursing knowledge! Whether it's for nursing school classes, HESI exams, or NCLEX, I got you! I've been a nurse for over 4 years. I have helped numerous 'nurses in training' feel cool, calm, and collected with whatever step they are on the nursing journey. Let me know where you are, and let's move forward together!
Education & Certification
- Seton Hall University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- Graduate Test Prep
- TEAS
- +7 subjects

Sylina: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
I love to learn. I have worked in healthcare my whole adult life from CNA, EMT, LPN, RN and now FNP. I am a mother of 5 kids ranging in ages from 13-23, been married almost 10 years. I think what I have learned a long the way can be helpful to others.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Highlands College - Associate in Science, Nursing (RN)
- South College - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- Other
- Professional Certifications
- +1 subjects

Kerrie: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...Critical Care/Emergency Nursing and Mental Health Nursing. I've been a clinical instructor for the past 4 years. My teaching style is extremely laid back, there's too much going on in this world to stress you out- I absolutely refuse to aid in making education a stressful, anxious experience. I use real world examples while teaching, I find this works best to bridge the (large) gap between knowledge and application. Nothing is a better feeling than...
Education & Certification
- Saint Joseph's College of Maine - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-RN Prep Course
- Medical Terminology
- Medicine
- +8 subjects

Linda: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...in addition to practice. I have maintained my medsurg skills throughout my career and am very experienced in individual, group and family therapy including CBT and addictions. I love being a nurse and hope to impart that passion to you. No other health profession focuses on healing the mind, body and spirit as we do. Excellence requires being a lifelong learner as what we thought we knew was best practice changes continually. You must be...
Education & Certification
- UW_Madison - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), Nursing
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- ANCC - National Healthcare Disaster Certification (NHDP)
- +18 subjects

Ellen: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
Hello! I am a senior nursing student who crushes dosage calculations like a puppy going through chew toys, with perseverance and energy! I have a strong writing background and am making gains in understanding nursing/NCLEX-style questions. I am very active and play in several community sports leagues. I am available for tutoring at odd hours of the day and weekends (:
Education & Certification
- St. Catherine University - Bachelor of Science, Public Health
- Rasmussen College-Minnesota - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- +64 subjects

Jessica: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
I have a Master's in Nursing Education with 3+ years of teaching nursing education. I've been a Registered Nurse for 14+ years, still working clinically to maintain my skills and experience. Some of my favorite courses I have taught include OB and A&P. I personally prefer hands-on or reading as my learning style. As an educator I try to accommodate to the students' preferred method to promote the best learning experience possible.
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University - Columbus - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Western Governors University - Masters in Education, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- Professional Certifications
- Adult Health and Wellness
- Other

Lauren: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...of 2021. Previously, I received my Associate Degree in Nursing in 2011, my Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2015, and my Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis on leadership in 2017. Since graduation, I have worked a variety of roles gaining experience as a Registered Nurse beginning at the bedside of a level 1 trauma hospital on the kidney transplant unit and then medical intensive and intermediate care units. After five years,...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain College of Nursing-Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Western Governors University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Indiana State University - Doctor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Professional Certifications
- Nursing
- +1 subjects

Alanna: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...of North Georgia. I completed my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing through Western Carolina University in 2018. I then completed a Master's in Nursing Education through the University of North Carolina Wilmington in 2020. My area of expertise in Nursing is labor, delivery, postpartum, recovery, and newborn care. I currently work in the inpatient setting as a bedside nurse in those roles. I also serve as a patient educator, navigating patients through the hospital side...
Education & Certification
- Western Carolina University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- Medicine
- Other
- Study Skills
- +3 subjects

Camila: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...sum of about 6 years, I was an official employee for 2 years. I have worked with children ages 5-13 years old and have assisted them with the subjects of Math, Reading, English, and Spanish. Even as a nurse, I would love to work with children and help them. Children inspire me and knowing that I can help them with their struggles brings me joy. I also love teaching about my passion which is nursing.
Education & Certification
- Nova Southeastern University - Current Undergrad, Nursing
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- Math
- Spanish 1
- Spanish
- +15 subjects
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- Nursing
- +3 subjects

Marmee Regine: San Diego NCLEX test prep instructor
...I have tutored my classmates and other students in another tutoring company. I tutored high school honor students and those adults who have disabilities who are looking to improve their English vocabulary. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about the field of Science, which includes Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, and other Allied Science courses. I also had experience tutoring students for test preparation topics on Science for Standardized...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
- CUNY Hunter College - Diploma, Human Biology
Subject Expertise
- NCLEX
- PTCE - Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam
- USMLE Step 3
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +89 subjects