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Phase 1You are here

Rebuild human-resource management and communication fundamentals.

34
hours
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Phase 2

Deepen quality/safety and business-management scenario accuracy.

48
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Phase 3

Master healthcare-delivery standards and operational oversight domains.

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Phase 4

Run timed 150-question simulations and sharpen weak sections.

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Estimated total study time
154 hours
That's about 16 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the NE-BC Exam?

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Age
Education
Baccalaureate or higher degree in nursing
Experience
At least 2,000 hours in a leadership, management, or administrative role within the last 3 years
Additional Requirements
  • Current active RN license in a U.S. state/territory or legally recognized equivalent
  • All eligibility criteria must be met for initial and retest applications
  • Renew certification every 5 years to maintain NE-BC credential

NE-BC Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-12 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates who do not pass may retest after 60 calendar days; no more than three attempts are allowed in any 12-month period.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$395 non-member / $295 ANA member
Application Fee$140 non-refundable administrative fee (included in listed exam price)
Total Estimated Cost$395 initial non-member; $295 with ANA membership
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NE-BC Exam Details

ANCC Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC)

Administered by ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center)

Official Source
Scaled score 350 (scale 0-500)
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
$395 non-member / $295 ANA member
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-170 hours
Prerequisites: Active RN license plus nursing degree and recent nurse-leadership/management practice with CE.
Valid for: 5 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) content outline

Human Resource Management32%

Staffing, engagement, communication, leadership styles, and performance management.

Quality and Safety17%

Change management, culture of safety, process improvement, and evidence use.

Business Management16%

Financial management, payor considerations, staffing models, and resource utilization.

Health Care Delivery35%

Regulatory standards, care delivery evaluation, ethics, and innovation integration.

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