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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification Exam?

The Ambulatory Care Nursing Exam is a certification offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for Registered Nurses. Passing this exam grants you the credential of Ambulatory Care Nurse-Board Certified (RN-BC), formally recognizing your specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in providing care to patients in ambulatory settings like clinics, outpatient centers, and medical offices.

What are the main eligibility requirements to sit for the exam?

To be eligible for the exam, candidates must meet specific professional criteria, including:

  • Hold a current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • Have practiced as a full-time RN for at least two years.
  • Accrue a minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical practice in ambulatory care and/or telehealth nursing within the last three years.
  • Complete at least 30 hours of continuing education in ambulatory care and/or telehealth nursing within the last three years.

What topics/content domains does the exam cover?

The domain breakdown generally includes:

  • Clinical Practice / Assessment & Evaluation
  • Professional Issues & Communication
  • Management of Clinical Environment (standards, compliance, operations)
  • Education (patient teaching, communication, health literacy)

What study materials are available to prepare for the exam?

The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) provides study materials including The Core Curriculum for Ambulatory Care Nursing, 4th edition, Ambulatory Care Nursing Review Questions, 5th edition, and The Scope and Standards of Practice for Professional Ambulatory Care Nursing.

Are there practice questions available?

Yes, the Ambulatory Care Nursing Review Questions include multiple choice questions written in the format of the ambulatory care nursing certification exam with correct answers and rationale. Prephow offers a Q-Bank with 575+ questions selected by experts to simulate the real exam.

Who administers the Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification exam?

Certification in ambulatory care nursing is available through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a division of the American Nurses Association (ANA). AAACN offers exam study resources and contact hours, but does not administer the exam.