The ANCC Pediatric Nursing board certification examination (PED-BC) is a competency-based credential for registered nurses who specialize in caring for children and adolescents. The exam contains 150 questions — 125 scored and 25 unscored pretest items — and allows 3 hours for completion at a Prometric testing center. Candidates need a current RN license, 2 years of full-time RN practice, 2,000 hours of pediatric clinical experience within the last 3 years, and 30 continuing education hours in pediatric nursing. This guide covers every detail you need: exam domains, eligibility, costs, study strategy, PED-BC vs CPNP comparison, and frequently asked questions.




