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Key Facts: ANCC NPD-BC Exam
72%
2025 First-Time Pass Rate
ANCC Certification Data (1,064 of 1,486 candidates)
350/500 (scaled)
Passing Score
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
150 (125 scored)
Exam Questions
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
3 hours
Exam Duration
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
$295 (ANA members) / $395 (non-members)
Exam Fee
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
The ANCC Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC) has 150 questions—125 scored and 25 unscored pretest items—in 3 hours. A scaled score of 350 on ANCC's 0-500 scale is required; it is not a 70% raw-score rule. ANCC reported a 72% first-time pass rate for 2025.
Sample ANCC NPD-BC Practice Questions
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1Which learning theory emphasizes that individuals construct knowledge through experience and reflection?
2According to adult learning principles (andragogy), which factor is most important for motivating adult learners?
3A nurse educator is designing orientation for new graduate nurses. Which learning domain is primarily addressed when teaching proper hand hygiene technique?
4Which assessment method is most effective for identifying organizational learning needs?
5When writing learning objectives, which component is essential?
6A hospital is implementing a new competency validation system. Which approach best validates clinical competence?
7Which organization accredits nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) activities in the United States?
8An NPD practitioner is planning education on a new electronic health record system. Which instructional strategy best supports kinesthetic learners?
9Which outcome measure best evaluates the effectiveness of a continuing education program?
10According to Bloom's Taxonomy, which verb represents the highest cognitive level?
About the ANCC NPD-BC Exam
The NPD-BC certification validates competence in nursing professional development. It covers orientation, competency management, staff education, role development, collaborative partnerships, and evidence-based practice in healthcare education settings.
Exam sponsor: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
150 questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
350/500 (scaled)
Reported exam pass rate: 72% first-time in 2025. ANCC Certification Data: 1,064 of 1,486 first-time candidates passed This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Leadership
Leadership, organizational structures, change and resource management, communication, collaboration, standards, certification, and credentialing
Educational Process Standards
Teaching and learning, educational design, competency management, continuing education, and accreditation processes
Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Standards
Professional standards, ethics, risk management, legal implications, privacy, scope of practice, regulation, and records
Technology
Information systems, learning technologies, simulation, virtual education, and clinical technologies
Program/Project Management and Process Improvement
Project and performance-improvement methods, organizational indicators, implementation, and sustaining outcomes
Evidence-Based Practice and Research
Scholarly inquiry, study design, data interpretation, and translating and disseminating research, EBP, and quality improvement
Preparing for the ANCC NPD-BC Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 350/500 (scaled)
- Exam length: 150 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $295 (ANA members) / $395 (non-members) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 200 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
ANCC NPD-BC: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ANCC NPD-BC exam passing score?
ANCC requires a scaled score of at least 350 on its 0-500 scale. This is not a 70% raw-score requirement. The exam has 150 questions and a three-hour testing limit.
How hard is the ANCC NPD-BC exam?
ANCC reported a 72% first-time pass rate for 2025, but that group statistic does not predict an individual's result. Use the official six-domain outline and diagnostic practice to identify your gaps.
How long should I study for the ANCC NPD-BC?
ANCC does not prescribe a universal number of study hours or weeks. Set your timeline from diagnostic results, experience, and performance across all six official domains.
What is the ANCC NPD-BC exam fee?
The current initial fee is $295 for ANA members and $395 for non-members, including a $140 nonrefundable administrative fee. Recheck ANCC before applying because fees can change.