The NCC Board Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner is a Nurse Practitioner Board certification from National Certification Corporation. It evaluates specialty knowledge, application of knowledge, and neonatal critical care management in areas such as maternal history affecting the newborn, resuscitation and stabilization, embryology physiology pathophysiology and systems management, and legal ethical neonatal safety and quality improvement issues.
This FAQ is designed for neonatal nurse practitioners, advanced practice registered nurses, and licensed registered nurses in neonatal nurse practitioner preparation pathways. It covers the exam structure, readiness expectations, preparation strategy, and policy-related points for candidates preparing for 175 multiple-choice items delivered over 180 minutes through computer testing at a computer test center and Live Remote Proctoring.
Key Exam Facts:
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Exam code: NNP-BC
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Price: $325
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Delivery: Computer testing at a computer test center and Live Remote Proctoring
NCC NNP-BC — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the NCC NNP-BC exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the NCC’s official exam page.
The NCC NNP-BC (Neonatal Nurse Practitioner–Board Certified) is the only national certification for neonatal nurse practitioners in the United States. Administered by the National Certification Corporation (NCC), the exam contains 175 multiple-choice questions — 150 scored and 25 unscored pretest items — with a 3-hour time limit and a $325 fee. Earning the NNP-BC credential qualifies advanced practice registered nurses to provide critical care to acutely and critically ill neonates in NICUs, hospitals, and outpatient settings.
