Examination Information

The CNRN Examination is a generalist examination and is not intended to emphasize any particular level of care or any particular developmental level. The examination consists of approximately 220 multiple-choice items. Twenty out of the 220 items are pretest items, which are not scored. (Note: the examination may include additional items that are being tested for future use.)

View the CNRN Exam matrix for detailed information on the content of the CNRN Examination.

The CNRN Examination is offered in computer-based testing (CBT) format during three administrations each year, in March, July, and October.