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Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner

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WHNP-BC NCC Nursing Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Phase 1: Well-Woman, Gynecologic Screening & InfectionsYou are here

Master cervical cancer screening (ASCCP guidelines), breast health, vulvovaginitis differentials, and CDC STI guidelines.

25
hours
2

Phase 2: Reproductive Endocrinology, Contraception & Menopause

Review PCOS diagnostic criteria, infertility workup, US MEC categories, LARC insertion, and menopausal hormone therapy.

30
hours
3

Phase 3: Obstetrics, Antepartum Surveillance & Postpartum Management

Focus on high-risk antepartum complications (preeclampsia, GDM), electronic fetal monitoring, labor stages, PPH protocols, and lactation.

30
hours
4

Phase 4: Primary Care, Pharmacology & Professional Role

Review primary care by body system, pharmacokinetics and drug interactions, legal and ethical issues, and evidence-based practice terms such as reliability, validity, and significance.

25
hours
Estimated total study time
110 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the WHNP-BC Exam?

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Age
Education
Master's, DNP, or post-master's program accredited and meeting NCC requirements that prepares Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioners; NCC no longer accepts certificate-prepared applicants
Additional Requirements
  • •PDF of the diploma and an official transcript showing the WHNP program, uploaded with the application
  • •600 direct patient care clinical hours; graduates after December 31, 2029 need 750 hours with no simulation

WHNP-BC Quick Facts

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Retake Policy

Wait 45 days after the test date before reapplying; full application and exam fees apply; the same NCC exam can be taken no more than twice per calendar year.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$325 (includes the $50 nonrefundable application fee)
Total Estimated Cost$325
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What You'll Study

20 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

1

Introduction: About the WHNP-BC Exam

1 sections

2

Chapter 1: Well-Woman Care, Assessment & Gynecologic Screening

4 sections

3

Chapter 2: Vulvovaginal Infections, STIs & HIV Prevention

4 sections

4

Chapter 3: Gynecologic Disorders, Pelvic Pain & Gynecologic Cancers

5 sections

5

Chapter 4: Reproductive Physiology, Endocrinology & Infertility

4 sections

6

Chapter 5: Contraception, Family Planning & Unintended Pregnancy

5 sections

7

Chapter 6: Perimenopause, Menopause & Postmenopausal Health

3 sections

8

Chapter 7: Sexual Health, Male Reproductive Health & LGBTQ+ Care

2 sections

9

Chapter 8: Preconception, Fetal Development & Normal Antepartum Care

5 sections

10

Chapter 9: Antepartum Complications I: Hypertension, Diabetes, Bleeding & Preterm Birth

4 sections

11

Chapter 10: Antepartum Complications II: Infections, Medical Disorders & Fetal Conditions

5 sections

12

Chapter 11: Intrapartum Principles & Fetal Surveillance

3 sections

13

Chapter 12: Postpartum Management, Lactation & Puerperal Complications

5 sections

14

Chapter 13: Primary Care: Cardiovascular, Thromboembolic, Respiratory & HEENT Conditions

5 sections

15

Chapter 14: Primary Care: Endocrine, Metabolic & Gastrointestinal Disorders

5 sections

16

Chapter 15: Primary Care: Renal, Hematologic, Rheumatologic, Musculoskeletal & Dermatologic Health

6 sections

17

Chapter 16: Neurologic, Mental Health, Behavioral & Psychosocial Care

4 sections

18

Chapter 17: Assessment, Diagnostic Testing & Interpretation

4 sections

19

Chapter 18: Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacogenetics & Safe Prescribing

3 sections

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Chapter 19: Professional Role, Legal, Ethical, Quality & Health Equity Responsibilities

4 sections

WHNP-BC Exam Details

Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner

Administered by National Certification Corporation (NCC)

Official Source
Pass/fail; criterion-referenced scaled score with no fixed percentage
Passing Score
175
Questions
3
Hours
$325 ($50 nonrefundable application fee + $275 testing fee)
Exam Fee
Study time: Not published by NCC
Prerequisites: Current, active, unencumbered U.S. RN or APRN license (Canadian licensure accepted for eligible graduates); completion of an accredited master's, DNP, or post-master's WHNP program meeting NCC requirements; testing within 8 years of graduation (NCC is moving to 5 years beginning in 2029)
Valid for: 3 years (maintained through the NCC Continuing Competency Assessment and CE plan)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official National Certification Corporation (NCC) content outline

Gynecologic and Reproductive Health33%

Reproductive anatomy and physiology, menarche and menopause, gynecologic disorders, fertility awareness and contraception, unintended pregnancy, and sexual and reproductive health for males and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Obstetrics29%

Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, prenatal care, assessment of fetal well-being, medical and obstetric complications, and postpartum care and complications.

Primary Care13%

Problem recognition, management, and referral by body system, plus health screening, education, and counseling.

Assessment, Diagnostic Testing and Interpretation12%

Health history, female and male physical examination, laboratory and imaging studies, biopsies, and genetic testing.

Pharmacology10%

Pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenetics, side effects, interactions, contraindications, patient education, and pregnancy and lactation safety.

Professional Practice Issues3%

Legal issues, ethical principles, safety and interprofessional communication, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice.

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What's Next After the WHNP-BC?

After passing the WHNP-BC, you can pursue these career paths

FNP-C / FNP-BC

Family Nurse Practitioner certification for broad primary care across all ages.

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Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB)

NCC specialty certification for obstetric registered nurses in labor, delivery, and postpartum units.

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CNM / AMCB

Certified Nurse-Midwife credential covering intrapartum management and primary obstetric care.

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