Exam

Currently Certified?

If you are currently certified, you may send an exam application up to 18 months prior to credentials expiration and must test prior to credentials expiration. See below on how to apply.

Lapsed Credential?

If your credential is lapsed LESS than 6 months, you may utilize the six-month grace period as outlined in the candidate handbook linked below.  If your credential is lapsed MORE than 6 months, you may apply for exams showing your eligibility via the Experiential Pathway. Please review “Eligibility” in the candidate handbook linked below.

How to Apply

  1. Apply online
  2. Meazure Learning sends email confirmation of eligibility to exam
  3. Schedule your exam up to 12 months from the time of exam application submission (or prior to current credentials expiration)
  4. The scheduling system allows you to view exam dates 4 to 30 days out
  5. It is recommended to schedule exam dates at least 90 days prior to credentials expiration
  6. Testing sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis

For questions or information on rescheduling or retakes please contact Meazure Learning
Worldwide at (919) 572-6880

NOTE: You are not able to complete recertification via PGP if you fail the exam during the same recertification cycle.

Download Candidate Examination Handbook PDF
The Candidate Handbook is a 56 page document.

Get Adobe Reader

(Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. Click icon to install.)

NOTE: Candidates with multiple specialties may select to PGP or Exam for each specialty. This is indicated at the time of portfolio submission and is considered "combination recertification".

 

       
       
       
       
       
       
       

 

The Value of Certification Nurses
The Value of Certification Administrators
The Value of Certification Consumers

Cookie Notice

WOCNCB® may use cookies to collect, store, and sometimes track information for statistical purposes, to improve the products and services we provide, or to save your settings and to provide customizable and personalized services. These cookies do not enable third parties to access any of your personal information. Additionally, be aware that if you visit non-WOCNCB® Web sites where you are prompted to log in or that are customizable, you may be required to accept cookies from that provider. Third parties and other non-WOCNCB® Web sites may also use their own cookies. We do not control use of these cookies and expressly disclaim responsibility for information collected through them. Please see our Privacy Notice for additional details.

OK