NBRC NPS Exam Format

The Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialty Examination is administered by The National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. It evaluates respiratory care knowledge and applied decision-making for neonatal and pediatric patients, including patient assessment, airway management, ventilation, oxygenation, medications, diagnostic findings, resuscitation, and critical-care procedures.

The NPS Examination is generally pursued by respiratory therapists seeking recognition as a Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist or the RRT-NPS credential, particularly in inpatient hospital settings. This FAQ explains the examination’s structure, $250 fee, 240-minute duration, registration process, renewal requirements, clinical focus, preparation considerations, and ethical use of practice materials.

NBRC NPS — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the NBRC NPS exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the NBRC’s official exam page.

SECTION A: NBRC NPS Exam Overview & Legitimacy

This section explains the purpose, issuing organization, intended professional context, validated competencies, and renewal status of the NPS Examination.

Q1. What is the Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialty Examination certification?

Welcome to the official MedicoExam syllabus guide for the NBRC Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty certification. This page delivers a clear, structured overview of the NBRC NPS exam, including key exam details, syllabus topics, and preparation references to support effective study planning. The NBRC Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) is intended for professionals pursuing roles aligned with Specialty Examination, with assessment centered on applied competencies such as neonatal/pediatric respiratory assessment, airway and ventilation management, critical care procedures and clinical decision-making within real-world settings like inpatient hospitals, neonatal intensive care units, pediatric intensive care units and related settings.

The syllabus outline below reflects the core domains and expectations defined by the official NBRC certification framework and aligns with the cognitive and professional standards assessed in the NBRC NPS exam. Candidates can use this guide alongside official vendor resources and structured practice to align their preparation with current exam standards and professional expectations for Registered respiratory therapists, neonatal/pediatric respiratory care specialists, pediatric critical care respiratory clinicians