NCLEX (NGN) Next Generation Clinical Judgment Model

The NextGen National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) assesses a new level of critical thinking by evaluating students ability to apply the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM). This includes:

Recognizing cues
Analyzing cues
Prioritizing hypotheses
Generating solutions
Taking action
Evaluating outcomes
How our curriculum aligns:
- Testing formats include NGN-style case studies, unfolding scenarios, and item types such as matrix/grid and extended multiple response.?
- Simulations and clinical experiences reinforce real-world decision-making and prioritization.?
- Reflective assignments and clinical journaling deepen students understanding of their reasoning and actions.
- Faculty Role: Design NGN-aligned assessments, use Socratic questioning and guided reflection, and provide feedback that supports growth in clinical judgment and safe prioritization.