Test Dates and Deadlines
The CNRN Examination will be offered in computer-based testing (CBT) format during three examination windows, March, July, and October.
Applications must be received (not postmarked) at the ABNN office by the below deadlines.
| Exam Administration | Registration Deadline |
| March 1 - 31, 2012 | January 20, 2012 |
| July 1–31, 2012 | May 18, 2012 |
| October 1- 31, 2012 | August 17, 2012 |
Access the Candidate Handbook and Application to view more information.
The CBT exam is administered by Iso-Quality Testing. Iso-Quality testing offers more than 200 locations around the United States and internationally. View a list of all CBT locations. Each testing center's schedule varies based on availability, so if you have a question about a specific location, contact Iso-Quality Testing at 866.773.1114.
Starting in 2011, ABNN will no longer be offering the CNRN Examination in paper-and-pencil format. The Independent Test Site program has also been discontinued.