You Have Two Ways
To Renew

Certification is “time limited”. Minimum requirements for renewal of certification must be met within the 5-year period of certification in order to renew certification.

Practice Education
Renew by Practice Hours and Continuing Education

Available For:

  • All NPCB certifications: FNP, AGNP, PMHNP, ENP, ANP & GNP
Renew Examination
Renew by Examination

Available For:

  • FNP, AGNP, PMHNP, ENP
  • ANP and GNP exams have been retired

Why Renew: Commitment to
Ongoing Excellence

1.
Maintain Clinical Competence

Renewing ensures that nurse practitioners continue to meet current professional standards and maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge.

2.
Support Lifelong Learning

The process encourages ongoing professional development through continuing education and clinical practice hours.

3.
Uphold Public Trust

Renewing every five years helps validate the credibility and rigor of the certification, reinforcing public trust in certified practitioners.

Renewal Handbook Cover

Renewal Handbooks

Access handbook information for all NPCB certification and renewal programs, including eligibility, policies, examination details, renewal requirements, and important procedures.

Have questions?

Browse our FAQ for guidance on everything from eligibility requirements to exam scheduling.