PNCB certification validates your specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities. Our exams are recognized and endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN), the Association of Faculties of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Programs (AFPNP), and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).

The PNCB has developed and administered national qualifying exams for graduates from primary care and acute care PNP educational programs. We are pleased to present the 2009 national passing rate information for our Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care and Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care national qualifying exams:

CPNP-PC: 813 administrations, 86% pass rate
CPNP-AC: 131 administrations, 77% pass rate

The PNCB recognized the 20th anniversary of its Certified Pediatric Nurse exam in 2009. The exam was administered 2,570 times during 2009 with an 85% national passing rate.

If you're ready to learn more about an exam and apply, please select your specialty below:

Pediatric Nurse
For nurses with extensive experience in pediatric practice and who demonstrate knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure.

Pediatric Emergency Nurse
For nurses providing urgent and emergent nursing care to pediatric patients and their families. The PNCB and the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN®) are equal partners in the development and delivery of this exam.

Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
For pediatric nurse practitioner graduates with extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and management of primary care pediatric healthcare issues.

Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
For pediatric nurse practitioners with extensive knowledge in managing the acute and urgent care needs of children in hospitals, clinics and home settings.

Child & Adolescent Behavioral & Mental Health
For pediatric primary care providers who have added knowledge, skills, and expertise in the early identification, intervention, and collaboration of care of children and adolescents with mental and behavioral health concerns. This specialty certification exam will launch in 2010.