ANCC
Number of Questions
- 175 Questions in total
- 150 of them are score
- 25 are pretest questions that do not count towards the final score
Exam Format
- Multiple-choice questions - including clinical scenarios and images.
- Incorporates questions that assess clinical knowledge, nursing practice, and role of the nurse practitioner.
General Organization
- Divided into content areas such as foundations for advanced practice, independent practice, and professional role.
- Emphasizes competencies in health promotion, diagnosis and management, and professional responsibilities.
Scoring & Results
- Uses a scaled scoring system with a passing score of 350 out of 500.
- Immediate pass/fail notification upon exam completion, with detailed score report provided.
ANCC ANCC Certification Board Exam Breakdown
Number of Questions
- 175 Questions in total
- 150 of them are score
- 25 are pretest questions that do not count towards the final score
Exam Format
- Multiple-choice questions - including clinical scenarios and images.
- Incorporates questions that assess clinical knowledge, nursing practice, and role of the nurse practitioner.
General Organization
- Divided into content areas such as foundations for advanced practice, independent practice, and professional role.
- Emphasizes competencies in health promotion, diagnosis and management, and professional responsibilities.
Scoring & Results
- Uses a scaled scoring system with a passing score of 350 out of 500.
- Immediate pass/fail notification upon exam completion, with detailed score report provided.