{"id":52564,"date":"2019-08-01T20:21:42","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T20:21:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/?page_id=52564"},"modified":"2026-03-17T09:52:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T14:52:59","slug":"neonatal-nurse-practitioner-exam","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/neonatal-nurse-practitioner-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification Practice Test"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification exam, which is administered by the National Certification Corporation (NCC), is designed to measure specialty knowledge and application in the field of neonatal nursing care. Those who pass the exam receive the NNP-BC certification.<\/p>\n<p>Click \u201cStart Test\u201d above to take a free Neonatal Nurse Practitioner practice test, and check out our premium-quality Neonatal Nurse Practitioner test prep resources by clicking the links below!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/np\/\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Guide Button', 'Guide Click', 'NPNeonatal Guide Click']);\">Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Study Guide<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/np\/\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Flashcard Button', 'Flashcard Button Click', 'NPNeonatal Flashcard Click']);\">Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Flashcards<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Exam_Eligibility\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Exam Eligibility<\/h2>\n<p>To be eligible for the exam, you must hold a current, unencumbered nursing or advanced practice nursing license in the US. You must also have graduated from an accredited graduate nurse practitioner program within the last eight years (master&#8217;s DNP or post-master&#8217;s).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Neonatal_Nurse_Practitioner_Exam_Outline\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Exam Outline<\/h2>\n<p>The NCC Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification exam contains 175 multiple-choice questions, 25 of which are unscored, and you will be given a time limit of 3 hours. The unscored questions are used by NCC to evaluate questions for future versions of the exam.<\/p>\n<p>The exam is split into five content categories.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"I_General_Assessment_(15%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>I. General Assessment (15%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this category are designed to test your knowledge and skills in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maternal history affecting the newborn<\/li>\n<li>Neonatal<\/li>\n<li>Family integration<\/li>\n<li>Discharge planning and follow-up care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"II_General_Management_(19%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>II. General Management (19%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this category are designed to test your knowledge and skills in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thermoregulation<\/li>\n<li>Resuscitation and stabilization<\/li>\n<li>Growth and nutrition<\/li>\n<li>Fluid and electrolytes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"III_Pharmacology_(9%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>III. Pharmacology (9%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this category are designed to test your knowledge and skills in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics<\/li>\n<li>Drugs and breastfeeding<\/li>\n<li>Common drug therapies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"IV_Embryology,_Physiology,_Pathophysiology,_and_Systems_Management_(54%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>IV. Embryology, Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Systems Management (54%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this category are designed to test your knowledge and skills in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cardiac<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory<\/li>\n<li>Renal\/genitourinary<\/li>\n<li>Metabolic\/endocrine<\/li>\n<li>Hematopoietic<\/li>\n<li>Infectious diseases<\/li>\n<li>Musculoskeletal<\/li>\n<li>Integumentary<\/li>\n<li>Genetics<\/li>\n<li>Neurological<\/li>\n<li>Ears, eyes, nose, and mouth\/throat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"V_Professional_Issues_(3%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>V. Professional Issues (3%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this category are designed to test your knowledge and skills in the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Evidence-based practice<\/li>\n<li>Legal\/ethical principles<\/li>\n<li>Quality improvement<\/li>\n<li>Patient safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Check Out Mometrix's Neonatal Nurse Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/np\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/np\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"184\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/npneonatal.jpg\" alt=\" Study Guide\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Exam_Registration\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Exam Registration<\/h2>\n<p>To register for the exam, you will need to complete an online application on the NCC website. The application will require your personal, licensure, and employment information, and you will need to pay the $50 application fee and $275 examination fee.<\/p>\n<p>Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions for setting up the test date.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Test_Day\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n<h3><span id=\"Inperson_Testing\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>In-person Testing<\/h3>\n<p>On test day, you should arrive at the testing center about 30 minutes early. This will give you plenty of time to complete the check-in process. When you arrive, you must provide two forms of identification, which include a photograph and your name and signature.<\/p>\n<p>Electronic devices, notes, reference materials, and other items are not allowed in the testing room, so you will be asked to leave those items in a secure locker until the exam is over.<\/p>\n<p>Before the exam begins, you will be given the opportunity to take a practice test to become familiar with the test design and computer. Once the practice test is complete, you will begin the real exam.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Live_Remote_Proctoring\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Live Remote Proctoring<\/h3>\n<p>You should sign in to the testing portal 15-30 minutes early. During the check-in period, your identification will be checked, and you will be asked to scan your testing area using your webcam. The remote proctor will then go over the testing rules and expectations to ensure you are prepared.<\/p>\n<p>Once the proctor has determined you are ready, the exam will begin.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_the_Exam_is_Scored\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\n<p>The NCC Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification exam is scored using a criterion-reference method, meaning that the passing score is based on a criterion predetermined by a set of subject-matter experts.<\/p>\n<p>When you receive your official score report from the NCC, it will reveal your pass\/fail status, but it will not tell you what your final score is. Instead, it will provide you with feedback on each section of the exam in the form of one- or two-word descriptors: Very Weak, Weak, Average, Strong, and Very Strong.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Retaking_the_Exam\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Retaking the Exam<\/h2>\n<p>If you do not pass the exam, you may submit an application to retake it. You must wait a minimum of 90 days after your initial testing date to reapply, and you must pay all applicable fees. After your second attempt, you must wait until the next calendar year and a minimum of 90 says before applying for another retake.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Check Out Mometrix's Neonatal Nurse Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get complex  subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button blue-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/np\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/np\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"238\" height=\"184\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/npneonatalflash.jpg\" alt=\" Flashcards\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"FAQs\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How many questions are on the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>There are 175 multiple-choice questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How long is the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The time limit for the exam is 3 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How much does the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The total examination fee is $275.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How do you become a neonatal nurse practitioner?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>To become a neonatal nurse practitioner, you must earn a bachelor&#8217;s degree in nursing, receive an RN license, gather at least two years of experience, earn your master&#8217;s or DNP, and pass the certification exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How much does a neonatal nurse practitioner make?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The salary for neonatal nurse practitioners varies by state, with the average being between $90,000 and $130,000.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><div itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"author\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" class=\"author-bio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"author-image\" height=\"127\" width=\"127\" alt=\"Headshot of Kate Nockunas.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tinywow_tinywow_Kate-Nockunas-Cropped-min_24640345_24640389.webp\"><div class=\"author-text\"><p class=\"author-name\">By <span itemprop=\"name\">Kate Nockunas<\/span><\/p><div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Kate has been Mometrix\u2019s Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. She has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Communications from Vanderbilt University, a bachelor\u2019s degree in Nursing from Marymount University, and a master\u2019s degree in Education from Johns Hopkins. Kate is a critical care registered nurse who still works occasionally in the ICU and PACU.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"editor\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" class=\"author-bio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"author-image\" height=\"127\" width=\"127\" alt=\"Aaron Lanni profile pic\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image_2024-12-11_124906662.png\"><div class=\"author-text\"><p class=\"author-name\">Edited by <span itemprop=\"name\">Aaron Lanni<\/span><\/p><div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Aaron is the content manager and lead editor for Mometrix Academy. 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Those who pass the exam receive the NNP-BC certification. 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