About Kaplan's Expert NCLEX Instructor
Patricia Barasch is our expert NCLEX-RN® instructor in the UK. Patricia is a popular teacher at the London Center who provides students with a comprehensive picture of Nursing in the US, the NCLEX exam and vital strategies for success on test day.
Patricia lived and worked in the US for nearly 20 years, she returned to the UK 5 years ago and now works as an RGN in the National Health Service. Patricia knows the key differences between Nursing in the UK and US and her students benefit during their NCLEX exam from this unique insight.
As Kaplan’s NCLEX tutor, Patricia provides students with ongoing support after their 5 day course. Nurses also receive a comprehensive package of reference material for high yield subjects to use alongside their study materials.
An Introduction from Patricia

“My name is Patricia Barasch and I became a Registered Nurse in the United States, where I lived for almost 20 years. Nursing is my passion—whether in the USA or here in England. I returned to England about five years ago and have since been working in the National Health Service as an RGN.
I know the differences in nursing between the two countries, and I understand what internationally trained nurses want and need in order to be successful in the NCLEX.
I discovered Kaplan a long time before working for them, as I studied with their preparation course before sitting the NCLEX myself. Most of all, I believe in following your dream and for a few special people perhaps I can help make their dream come true.”
What do the students say about Patricia?
“She is one of a kind. She is excellent. It is fortunate for Kaplan to have her.”
“Trisha is very good at giving tips for the NCLEX exam – especially for motivating the class to study and prepare for the NCLEX.”
“She is very accommodating, informative and helpful. She gave us a lot of NCLEX tips. Thanks to her I have learnt a lot!”
“She is just the best - very knowledgeable, approachable, lively and inspiring.”
“Excellent!! Fabulous!! Fantastic!!”
“The lecture itself was excellent, but what I like about my teacher was the way she pushes her students to achieve what they want… To pass the NCLEX”
Patricia’s exclusive Top 10 Tips for NCLEX Success and find out what to consider while studying, during your NCLEX exam and ultimately as a US Registered Nurse.
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