The Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (CPNP-AC) Certification Exam is administered by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and evaluates pediatric acute care knowledge, applied clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills. The exam is associated with candidates pursuing the Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC) credential.
Typical candidates include acute care pediatric nurse practitioners and pediatric nurse practitioner graduates from acute care master’s degree, DNP degree, or postgraduate certificate programs. This FAQ explains the PNCB CPNP-AC format, scoring, renewal expectations, preparation strategy, and simulation alignment using the resolved exam information provided for this certification.
Key exam facts include:
- Exam length: 180 minutes
- Exam questions: 175 multiple-choice items; 150 scored and 25 unscored pretest items
- Passing standard: 400 on a scaled score range of 200 to 800
- Delivery mode: In-person testing at PSI testing centers by appointment
PNCB CPNP-AC — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAQ section summarizes key aspects of the PNCB CPNP-AC exam, including format, difficulty, and preparation. For official eligibility, policies, and updates, visit the PNCB’s official exam page.
