TX HHS Form 5512-NATCEP. Request to Take the Competency Evaluation Program (CEP) Based on Completion of an RN or LVN School

The TX HHS Form 5512-NATCEP is a request to take the Competency Evaluation Program (CEP) based on completion of an RN or LVN school. This form helps individuals who have graduated within the last 24 months from an accredited RN or LVN school in another state and are not licensed as an RN or LVN in Texas, but wish to obtain a license in Texas.

The key features of this form include providing required information such as name, social security number, date of birth, and address. The applicant must also attach proof of successful completion of a state-accredited RN or LVN training program within the past 24 months. Additionally, if the name on the certificate is different than the name in Item III, the applicant must attach proof of name change.

This form should be used by individuals who have completed an RN or LVN school and meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Licensing Standards for Nurse Aides at §26 TAC 556.11(c)(2)-(3). The applicant must also request a criminal history check from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and submit the results along with this application to receive approval to take the test.