Acute Care CPNP Exam Application
and Supporting Documentation
For full details on the application process, review your CPNP-PC Eligibility Pathways.
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CPNP-AC Initial Exam Application: Pathway I and II
Apply online or submit a completed CPNP
Acute Care Exam Application - Pathway I or II
CPNP-AC Initial Exam Documents: Pathway I and II
To review the purpose and proper submission of these forms, please
refer to your eligibility requirements: Pathway I or Pathway II.
- Documentation of Education Form - To be signed and submitted by your program's designated signer(s).
- Transcripts - Arrange to have final transcript(s) sent from your institution. Full details on transcripts are available from your eligibility webpages:
Pathway I or Pathway II.
- PALS Documentation - Please fax both sides of your current PALS card to 301-330-1504.
CPNP-AC Initial Exam Documents: Pathway II Only
To review the purpose and proper submission of these forms, please
refer to Pathway II Eligibility Requirements.
- Skills Verification Forms -
Two copies of this updated form must be signed by physician and/or NP colleagues. Previously submitted forms cannot be accepted.
- Pharmacology Update Evidence - Review your eligibility webpage for documentation options.
- Faculty Attestation Statement - If your transcript does not list
separate Advanced Physiology & Pathophysiology and Advanced Health Assessment Courses, you will also need to submit this form signed by the PNP Program Director.
CPNP-AC Re-examine Application
To re-test, apply online or submit our paper CPNP-AC Re-examine Application.
Other Forms of Interest