Critical Care Nursing Certification Exams
Independent exam prep and verification for progressive and critical care nursing certifications.
Whether you care for acutely ill adults in telemetry or stepdown, or critically ill patients in the ICU, maintaining your certification requires passing exams that have recently undergone major revisions.
We verify every test plan, fee, eligibility pathway, and date boundary directly against AACN sources. Check our exam guides below before beginning your preparation.
Critical Care Nursing Exams
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
For nurses providing direct care to acutely ill adults. 150 questions. Rebuilt by AACN on February 6, 2024.
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
For nurses providing direct care to critically ill patients. Three population exams, each with 150 questions and a three-hour limit.