Question 1

How many CPNP-PC practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

168 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free CPNP-PC sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every CPNP-PC question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does CPNP-PC cover?

Accepted Answer

Health Maintenance and Promotion (30%), Assessment and Diagnosis (35%), Management (30%), Leadership, Ethics, and Practice Management (5%).

Question 5

How long is the CPNP-PC exam and how many questions does it have?

Accepted Answer

The exam lasts 3 hours and has 175 multiple-choice questions: 150 scored and 25 unscored pretest questions that you cannot tell apart from scored ones.

Question 6

What score do I need to pass the CPNP-PC exam?

Accepted Answer

PNCB uses scaled scores from 200 to 800. A scaled score of 400 is the passing score on every exam form.

Question 7

How much does the CPNP-PC exam cost?

Accepted Answer

Fees effective October 1, 2025 are $407 for the initial exam (includes a $134 non-refundable registration fee), $288 for a re-exam, and $155 for a testing window extension.

Question 8

Who is eligible to take the CPNP-PC exam?

Accepted Answer

You need a current, active, unencumbered RN license and graduation from an accredited master's or doctoral program in pediatric primary care nurse practitioner (or a formal dual primary/acute care program), or a post-master's pediatric primary care NP certificate. The program must include at least 500 supervised direct care clinical hours in primary care pediatrics and graduate courses in advanced pathophysiology, advanced health assessment and advanced pharmacology.

Question 9

I graduated from an acute care PNP program. May I take the primary care exam?

Accepted Answer

No. Only graduates of a primary care or dual (acute care/primary care) program may sit for the primary care exam.

Question 10

Do I need to memorize vaccine schedules?

Accepted Answer

No. Candidates are expected to know core principles of immunology, safe vaccine use, and well-known vaccines for certain age groups, but not to memorize schedules.

Question 11

Do lab value questions include reference ranges?

Accepted Answer

Largely no. PNCB confirms that normal or abnormal results would be apparent to a knowledgeable, prepared candidate.

Question 12

Will I see pictures or graphics on the exam?

Accepted Answer

You may, though not on every exam form. Tables of patient data (vital signs, lab results, growth charts) or radiographic images may be used.

Question 13

Do I need to know brand and generic medication names?

Accepted Answer

You should know common generic medication names for pediatric practice. When names are cited, PNCB may give both generic and brand names; some questions list only the generic name.

Question 14

Where do I take the CPNP-PC exam?

Accepted Answer

At a PSI testing center, in person only. PNCB assigns a 90-day testing window after your application is approved and you schedule within it.

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01Exam format180 min · 1755

02Registration$407 · PSI3

03Validity1 year (annual recertification)2

04In our question bankv1 (168)

What CPNP-PC covers

01Health Maintenance and Promotion30%5 topics

I.AProvide anticipatory guidance to support growth and development from birth to young adulthood in collaboration with patients/caregivers

I.BProvide immunization counseling according to current national guidelines, including discussion of:Indications and contraindications4 obj.

I.CAdvise about age-appropriate injury prevention and safety (e.g., environmental exposure, violence, sports and recreation, vehicle safety, disaster preparedness)

I.DEducate about illness prevention and early warning signs of pediatric illness and emergencies

I.EEducate about age-appropriate social, behavioral, and mental health topics (e.g., social media use, substance use, grief, trauma, sexual health)

02Assessment and Diagnosis35%5 topics

03Management30%6 topics

04Leadership, Ethics, and Practice Management5%3 topics