Gerontological Nurse Practice Test

To be eligible, you must hold a current, active RN license in the U.S. or equivalent abroad, have at least 2 years of full-time RN practice, accumulate 2,000 hours of clinical practice in gerontological nursing within the last 3 years, and complete 30 hours of continuing education in gerontological nursing within the last 3 years. International applicants have additional requirements.

The exam content is divided into three main domains that reflect the scope of gerontological nursing practice:

• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
• Professional Foundation (which includes ethical, legal, and professional role issues)

Effective preparation includes:

• Reviewing the official ANCC Test Content Outline
• Using ANCC's recommended review resources and books
• Taking Prephow Gerontological Nurse practice tests
• Joining study groups or review courses
• Focusing your study on areas of weakness identified in your practice tests

You must apply through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) website. After your application is approved, you will receive an authorization-to-test (ATT) email. This allows you to schedule your exam at a convenient Pearson VUE test center location.

Your Gerontological Nurse certification is valid for 5 years. You can renew it by fulfilling continued learning requirements and professional development through the ANCC's Renewal by Continuing Education (CE) process or by retaking the examination.