CPNP-AC Retesting Policies
Unsuccessful Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) exam candidates will follow the retesting policies below beginning May 26, 2021 and beyond.
The activities described below must have been completed within the preceding 12 months of your current exam application. All retest activities must be completed after your most recent testing experience.
To confirm completion:
- Review course - Submit certificate of completion. The CE certificate must include your name, the name of the review course, the date of completion, and the number of accredited contact hours awarded. The CE certificate must be completed and issued by the provider. PNCB may independently audit the submitted CE certificate.
- 15 contact hours per area of weakness - Submit this retest documentation form with copies of each certificate of completion. Tip! Planning to use PNCB CE? Use this spreadsheet of applicable content per domain area to help you calculate hours. Need additional guidance? Please use this document for additional information.
If you are unsuccessful on the CPNP exam on your 4th attempt or beyond, please contact PNCB at exam@pncb.org for requirements.
