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EXAM FORMAT

Timeframe and Questions: 

You have 4 hours to complete the exam which consists of 25 pretest and 150 exam questions

Scoring: 

There’s no penalty for incorrect answers, so if you’re unsure of an answer it’s better to just take a guess and fill in the blank!

Results: 

You get the result immediately after taking the test. No waiting!

EXAM CONTENT

Psychotherapies and Related theories:

This makes up 15% of the total score with 22 questions

Ethical and Legal Principals.

This makes up 15% of the total score with 23 questions

Scientific Foundations:

This makes up 20% of the total score with 30 questions

Diagnosis and Treatment:

This makes up 25% of the total score with 37 questions

Advanced Practice skills. This makes up 25% of the total score with 38 questions

EXAM COSTS

Initial Application Fee:

$350 (U.S. students)/ $750 (International students)

Actual Exam Fees

Non-members:

$395

ANA members:

$295

American Association of Nurse Practitioners Student member: 

$290

EXAM DAY

• Arrive at least 15 minutes early
• Bring a valid photo ID
• You may NOT bring any personal items into the Test Center, including cell phones or water bottles
• You will be given time to familiarize yourself with the computer system prior to the exam starts

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