Failed the NCLEX in Florida? Here’s How Many Times You Can Retake It—And What to Do Next
📍 You Failed the NCLEX in Florida—Now What?
First of all: You’re not alone.
Failing the NCLEX is emotionally draining—but it doesn't mean your nursing career is over. In fact, Florida has a very specific policy about how many times you can take the NCLEX—and what’s required if you fail more than once.
Let’s walk through what you need to know and how to take your next step, confidently.
❓ How Many Times Can You Take the NCLEX in Florida?
Under the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON) guidelines, you can take the NCLEX:
Up to 3 times within a 3-year period from the date your application was received.
⚠️ If you fail the NCLEX three times, you are no longer eligible to retest until you complete a Florida BON-approved RN Remediation Program.
🧠 What Is RN Remediation and Why Is It Required?
Remediation is a structured, Board-mandated program that helps you refresh your core nursing knowledge and rebuild test readiness. It typically includes:
Theory Hours: Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pharmacology, Mental Health, etc.
Clinical Hours: Skills review and real-world competency validation
Documentation: Final reports submitted directly to the Florida BON
Without completing remediation, you cannot reapply to take the NCLEX after three failed attempts in Florida.
💡 What If It’s Been More Than 3 Years Since I Applied?
If your original application to the Florida BON is more than 3 years old, you may be required to reapply entirely and complete remediation, even if you haven’t failed three times. Always confirm directly with the BON, or reach out to Nuvelle for help reviewing your eligibility.
🧭 How to Move Forward After 3 NCLEX Failures
If you’ve hit the 3-attempt limit in Florida, here’s your next step:
✅ Step 1: Enroll in a BON-Approved RN Remediation Program
Not all programs meet Florida’s standards. Nuvelle’s Florida-approved remediation program includes both theory and clinical components—and we handle all BON documentation for you.
✅ Step 2: Complete Your Intake & Clinical Plan
You’ll meet 1-on-1 with a Nuvelle nurse educator to create a plan around your schedule, knowledge gaps, and test history.
✅ Step 3: Finish Remediation → Reapply for NCLEX
Once you finish your required hours, we send the necessary documentation to the Florida BON so you can reapply for the NCLEX.
🎓 What Makes Nuvelle Different?
At Nuvelle, we specialize in helping nurses recover, refocus, and return to practice.
🏥 BON-Approved Remediation in Florida
👩⚕️ Instructor-Led Support – You’re never alone
📱 Virtual/Hybrid Format – Built for working adults
💸 Flexible Payment Plans – Start now, pay over time with Klarna
🗓️ Don’t Wait. The Sooner You Act, the Sooner You Can Retest.
If you’ve failed the NCLEX in Florida three times, remediation isn’t optional—it’s your required next step. But it can also be your comeback.
