LatrinaWalden

MSN, MHA, FNP-C, FNP-BC, PMHNP

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Study live, ask questions in real-time, and pass your boards with confidence. Sessions available for FNP, AGNP, PMHNP & ACNP.

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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.
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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.
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AANP

AANP Certification Board Exam Breakdown

Number of Questions

  • 150 Questions in total
  • All questions are multiple-choice and are scored
  • No pretest questions.

Exam Format

  • Focuses on clinical knowledge with questions based on patient care scenarios.
  • Emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, plan, and evaluation in a clinical setting.

General Organization

  • Divided into assessment, diagnosis, plan, and evaluation sections.
  • Tests the ability to apply knowledge in practical, real-world scenarios.

Scoring & Results

  • Uses a straightforward scoring system with a passing score of approximately 500 on a scale of 200 to 800.
  • Immediate pass/fail notification upon exam completion, with detailed score report provided.
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AANP AANP Certification Board Exam Breakdown

Number of Questions

  • 150 Questions in total
  • All questions are multiple-choice and are scored
  • No pretest questions.

Exam Format

  • Focuses on clinical knowledge with questions based on patient care scenarios.
  • Emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, plan, and evaluation in a clinical setting.

General Organization

  • Divided into assessment, diagnosis, plan, and evaluation sections.
  • Tests the ability to apply knowledge in practical, real-world scenarios.

Scoring & Results

  • Uses a straightforward scoring system with a passing score of approximately 500 on a scale of 200 to 800.
  • Immediate pass/fail notification upon exam completion, with detailed score report provided.
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FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner

Family Nurse Practitioners deliver comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages—diagnosing and treating conditions, managing preventive services, and serving as trusted partners in family health.

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AGNP

Adult Gerontology Primary Care

An adult gerontology nurse practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who specializes in treating patients varying in age from adolescent years to late adulthood, as well as old age and geriatrics.

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PMHNP

Psychiatric-Mental Health

A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner specializes in providing both residential and outpatient care to patients with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD etc.

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ACNP

Adult Gerontology Acute Care

ACNPs are critical care specialists. They manage critically ill patients in ICU, emergency, and step down units. Their roles include rapid assessment, complex treatment plans, invasive procedures, collaboration, and patient education.

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Susan Byerly

The academy (aka crash course) provided me with a direct study guide and I studied all the right things. No wishy-washy waste of time "know-everything" chaos. I walked into my exam confident, excited, and ready to pass. Thank you team LWES for helping me succeed. #NPin5minutes.

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I used this service for FNP board prep and passed both ANCC and AANP exams first try!

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Courtney Dorsett

I have 5 stars bc I passed first try. I took AANP. Used Bronze, crash course, Leik book, and hollier. Took my test 6 months after graduation and studied last 2-3 months concentrating on crash course within a week of test.

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Dawn Harris

Thank you Latrina Walden. I took your Bronze course, reviewed it several times, & daily listened to your lectures. I successfully passed my AANP exam on Saturday. Some of the questions I remembered from your course. I was like, Latrina mentioned that. I’m grateful to start a new chapter!

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Kelly Peck

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Amal Ahmed

Professor Walden is such a great lecturer! I can honestly say I learned more from her than I did with 3 other popular reviews. I failed my first attempt, took Professor Walden’s Bronze Crash Course, and passed with flying colors! Thank you so much Professor Walden!

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About Latrina Walden

MHA, MSN, FNP-C, FNP-BC, PMHNP

Long before Latrina became an NP, she was Professor Walden — always passionate about teaching and giving to others. Her experiences and professional expertise help guide students through their transition from being a Registered Nurse student to becoming an NP.

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