Exam Pass Rates & Practice Analysis
The certification exam is a computer-based test (CBT) which is scheduled and delivered through Prometric. These CBT examinations are currently administered at multiple Prometric test centers.
For this test, once the registration process is completed, applicants make their own appointment to take the examination at a location most convenient to their schedule. All examinations were given on November 10, 2008.
A pass or fail result is provided for each examinee. Passing results are based on achievement of specified levels of proficiency established prior to administration of examinations. Statistical procedures are employed to ensure that the level of proficiency required to pass remains uniform across forms of the examination.
| 2008 Certification Examination Results - First-time Takers | ||
| Number Tested | Pass Rate | |
| DNP Degree Examinees | 45 | 49% |
| 2009 Certification Examination Results - First-time Takers | ||
| Number Tested | Pass Rate | |
| DNP Degree Examinees | 19 | 57% |
| 2010 Certification Examination Results - First-time Takers | ||
| Number Tested | Pass Rate | |
| DNP Degree Examinees | 31 | 45% |
| 2011 Certification Examination Results - First-time Takers | ||
| Number Tested | Pass Rate | |
| DNP Degree Examinees | 22 | 70% |