Preparing for Certification

We want to help you walk into the testing center prepared to succeed.

Use the Test Content Outline (Test Blueprint) to identify subject areas and sub-topics on a certification test. Try a practice test to get comfortable. 

2024 Test Content Outlines

OCN® Test Content Outline  |  CPHON® Test Content Outline  | CBCN® Test Content Outline  |  AOCNP® Test Content Outline  |  BMTCN® Test Content Outline  


The Certification Test Registration Manual includes general test information, eligibility criteria, certification policies, and information about the test administration.

2024 ONCC Certification Registration Manual
 

Free Practice Tests are available, including one for each exam. Additional practice tests are available for purchase.

Take a Practice Test

Sample Test Questions are representative of actual exam content, difficulty level, and format. The answer key follows the set of questions.

OCN® Sample Items

CPHON® Sample Items

CBCN® Sample Items

BMTCN® Sample Items

AOCNP® Sample Items

Testing Accommodations for Americans with Disabilities

Testing Accommodations for Americans with Disabilities

Credential Evaluation Services for Candidates Licensed Outside the U.S.

Credential Evaluation & International Testing Information

Study Tips

Discover tips and strategies to prepare for the certification test.

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