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AANPCB Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-C)

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Master high-weight Assess and Diagnose blueprint tasks.

52
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Phase 2

Train management planning, prescribing, and care coordination decisions.

56
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Phase 3

Sharpen evaluate/follow-up reasoning with mixed lifespan cases.

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Phase 4

Complete timed full-length simulations and focused remediation.

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Estimated total study time
180 hours
That's about 18 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the AANP FNP-C Exam?

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Age
Education
Graduate, postgraduate, or doctoral NP program in family population focus from an accredited nursing program
Experience
At least 500 faculty-supervised direct patient-care clinical hours in NP education
Additional Requirements
  • Current active professional RN license in the U.S., U.S. territory, or Canada
  • Pass scaled score of 500 on the FNP exam
  • If unsuccessful, complete 15 hours of advanced-practice CE in weak domains before retesting

AANP FNP-C Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Maximum of three exam attempts per calendar year for the FNP exam (effective January 2026); retake requires a new application after final score release and completion of 15 CE hours in weak domains.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$240 members / $315 non-members (online)
Total Estimated Cost$240-$315 per attempt
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AANP FNP-C Exam Details

AANPCB Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-C)

Administered by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB)

Official Source
Scaled score 500 (scale 200-800)
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
$240 members / $315 non-members (online application)
Exam Fee
Study time: 120-200 hours
Prerequisites: Current active RN license and completion of an accredited graduate NP program with at least 500 faculty-supervised clinical hours.
Valid for: 5 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) content outline

Assess32%

Collect and interpret subjective/objective patient data across the lifespan.

Diagnose26.5%

Develop and prioritize differential diagnoses and establish primary diagnoses.

Plan26.5%

Create evidence-based management plans, prescribe treatments, and coordinate care.

Evaluate15%

Monitor outcomes, adjust plans, and evaluate effectiveness of care.

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