COCN Practice Test
Your Proven Shortcut to Certified Ostomy Care Nurse Success
Get exam-style questions, detailed explanations, and realistic timing to master the latest Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB). Prepare COCN practice test then walk into your Nursing exam with confidence.
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You can choose Exam Mode (timed 90-minute simulation) or Study Mode for preparation.
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Questions reflect both multiple-choice and scenario/performance-style prompts aligned to COCN objectives.
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Every question includes a clear explanation, so you know why an answer is correct.
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See strengths/weaknesses by the domains & sub-topics to focus your revision.
Reattempts
Retake sets to improve your speed and accuracy; watch your score trend toward the benchmark.
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Get a feel for the real exam with our Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) practice test.
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Train the way you'll be tested. Our platform replicates the real Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB) experience and turns every attempt into clear, actionable progress-so you waste less time and pass sooner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the COCN certification and who is it for?
The Certified Ostomy Care Nurse (COCN) credential validates specialized knowledge in ostomy care for registered nurses focused on managing stomas, skin integrity, and patient education in wound, ostomy, and continence nursing.
What are the eligibility requirements to take the COCN Exam?
Candidates must be a currently licensed Registered Nurse (RN) and hold a Bachelor's degree or higher. You must also meet one of the following two pathways:
- Traditional Pathway: Graduate from a WOCN-accredited Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) Nursing Education Program within the last five years.
- Experiential Pathway: Complete 1,500 direct patient care hours (with at least 375 of those hours within the last year) and 50 continuing education (CE) hours relevant to ostomy care, all within the five years prior to application.
What topics are covered on the COCN exam?
The exam focuses on the core components of ostomy care, including:
- Patient Assessment and Management
- Stoma and Peristomal Complications
- Ostomy Pouching Systems and Products
- Pediatric and Geriatric Considerations
- Preoperative and Postoperative Education
- Psychosocial and Quality of Life Issues
How do I register for the exam, and how long is my eligibility window?
You apply online via the WOCNCB / PSI system. You submit proof of licensure, education or experience, transcripts, CE certificates, etc.
How should I prepare for the COCN exam?
Effective preparation includes reviewing current ostomy care textbooks and clinical guidelines, taking Prephow COCN practice tests, attending review courses, studying the exam content outline provided by the certifying body, and drawing on your clinical experience. Many candidates benefit from forming study groups with colleagues also preparing for the exam.
Can I take the exam remotely / online?
Yes, the exam offers a computer-based test (CBT) format. Candidates may choose to test at a testing center or via remote proctoring (if available in their region).
How long is the COCN certification valid for, and how do I renew it?
The COCN certification is valid for five years. To recertify, nurses have two primary options:
- Re-examination: Retake and pass the COCN examination.
- Professional Growth Program (PGP): Earn a minimum of 80 Professional Growth Points (PGP) through activities like continuing education, academic coursework, professional service, and clinical practice hours.