Sources
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| Source | Publisher | Type | Retrieved | Verified | Re-check every | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCRN Exam Handbook — Direct Care (July 2026) 150 items (125 scored + 25 pretest), 3 hours; Adult CCRN Test Plan applies to exams taken on and after November 12, 2025; fees member $260 / nonmember $375, retest $185 / $290; eligibility 1,750 h in 2 years (875 most recent) or 2,000 h in 5 years (144 most recent). | AACN Certification Corporation | primary | 2026-09-22 | 2026-09-22 | 45d | active |
| CCRN (Adult) certification — eligibility and fees | AACN Certification Corporation | primary | 2026-09-22 | 2026-09-22 | 30d | active |
| AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care (in the CCRN Exam Handbook) Defines the eight nurse characteristics used by the Professional Caring and Ethical Practice section. | AACN Certification Corporation | primary | 2026-09-22 | 2026-09-22 | 180d | active |