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Has anyone had a preliminary Not Pass that was wrong and then changed to Passing??

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I havent heard that happening before? Why do you think you passed instead of not passing?

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I reviewed several questions that I wasn't sure of and verified that most were right. I have also heard of computer glitches and people getting an initial not pass and then after review they actually passed. This was from a blog. I'm just hoping that I passed is all. I thought that the test was very difficult but after reviewing questions thought I did better? Wishful thinking? Also is there any point to paying for a rescore? Anyone benefit from it?

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I too got a Not Pass, and went right home and called AANP to see what I should do next. I inquired about the rescoring, and the woman I was talking to said that in her experience only a couple of people have had it change to Pass due to rescoring, she said they rarely ever change the score, and it's not like you can go argue your case about why you think certain answers should be right, you have no say in the rescore. And then you will have spent that money on top of the money you will have to spend to retest. However, if you honestly think your score should have been Pass, give them a call and ask about it.

I didn't pass my exam on Friday February 22nd. I just retook the exam yesterday, Thursday March 14th, and passed. I was able to retest less than three weeks after failing my initial exam (I could have taken it sooner in the week but wanted to give myself an extra couple days of study time). Everywhere I read said that the process took 5-6 weeks but I was very persistent, as I have a job waiting for me.

Here is what I did if you are curious. I failed Friday. Saturday and Sunday I spent the days getting my 15 CEUs online (they say do it in your area of weakness, but I just went ahead and did 15 in various areas, as I didn't want to wait for my letter saying where my weakness was, and the AANP accepted them without a problem). I also printed out the AANP reexam application and filled it out. I sent all my info via overnight mail on Monday. Wednesday the AANP got my test results (they get them once per week from the testing center) and by Thursday I had been approved to retest. I then had to wait a week for the AANP to send my info to the professional testing corporation who sets up the testing number, and I called them every day that week until they had my number, which they gave to me over the phone. This was on Friday, a week after I was approved. I then immediately went onto prometric and scheduled my retest.

During all this time I studied my butt off, every day. I took multiple practice tests and recorded my weak areas (GI, women's health, etc) and studied those areas more. I listened to the Fitzgerald CDs anytime I was in the car, even just to run to the store. When I retested, I felt SO much more prepared, I just knew I passed because I knew without a doubt that I was right on the majority of the answers. It also helped that my score the first time was a freaking 493, which means I only failed by a couple of questions, so I felt since I was so close last time, I would definitely pass this time.

I would immediately get to preparing for your retest if you haven't already. Hopefully you have already started, but if not, do not wait for your letter from AANP, do your CEUs, send in your application overnight, and keep studying. Rescoring probably won't help and then you will have spent an extra $50, plus the process takes several weeks (you have to wait for your official letter before you can request a rescore, which takes about 2 weeks, then you have to wait about 4 weeks for the results). You could retest and pass by that time. If you don't mind waiting and think your score will honestly change, then go ahead, but I would recommend against it, just get started on taking the test again.

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Can you tell me if the test was similar the 2nd time? I failed on the 22 as well. I have sent all my stuff in and am just waiting to get my ok to test letter. I'm worried about the 2nd test. Was it a lot harder? I was so not prepared the 1st time and have put in a lot of hours and should be ok but my nerves are all over the place. I had a 475 so I wasn't at the bottom but still need to pass the 2nd time. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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The test was actually a lot easier the second time, in my opinion! I am not sure if it was all the extra study time I put in between exams or if I just felt more confident going in the second time. There were some repeat questions from the first exam that I recognized, not many, but some; there were also some very similar questions to the review questions in the back of the Leik book. The first time I took the test I rushed through it, couldn't really concentrate, was very anxious, and didn't review my answers. The second time I took my time, read each question and answer twice, utilized the scratch paper they gave me, and then at the end I reviewed ALL of the questions, not just my marked ones.

In terms of studying, I reviewed Fitzgerald's book and CDs all the way through (the book I went through twice), and I reviewed Leik's intensive review book twice as well. I also relied a lot on acronyms. Like for heart murmurs, I used Fitzgerald's acronym of MR. PASS and MS. ARD, and also made up a few of my own for other areas. I will say, I got two or three questions on murmurs on both exams, and two or three questions on Tanner stages on both exams as well. If you have the Leik book, she gives exam tips and several of those ended up being on the exam as well.

Also, if you are are ready to take the test again, don't wait for your letter. When did you send your stuff in? What I did was check the AANP certification site every day until I saw my app was approved (it only took a couple of days, I sent the info in Monday by overnight mail and by Thursday it was approved), then I waited a few days and then starting calling the testing corporation. They will give you the number over the phone once they have it (they have to wait for AANP to send them your information). However, I noticed that my testing number was the same for both exams, so you could also try just putting in your old number into the prometric site until it accepts it (which means that the testing center has your info). I actually didn't get my okay to test letter until AFTER I had taken the test the second time! If you are ready and just want to get it done, then try what I did.

One more thing, and I know this sounds corny, but tell yourself repeatedly that you are going to pass. I told myself this so many times that I just knew I was going to pass going into the test. It's almost like my brain wasn't going to accept any other option but pass. It definitely helped my anxiety go down a few notches. Good luck and keep me updated on how you are doing!!

P.S. I noticed your message and tried to respond, but the site wouldn't let me because I haven't posted enough yet. I am still pretty new to the site so I need to participate more before they will let me private message people, I guess. I tried to answer your questions in this post instead.

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Thanks for your post nickifnp! I'm in the same situation as you were in and it gives me hope to know I WILL PASS the second time!

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I too got a Not Pass, and went right home and called AANP to see what I should do next. I inquired about the rescoring, and the woman I was talking to said that in her experience only a couple of people have had it change to Pass due to rescoring, she said they rarely ever change the score, and it's not like you can go argue your case about why you think certain answers should be right, you have no say in the rescore. And then you will have spent that money on top of the money you will have to spend to retest. However, if you honestly think your score should have been Pass, give them a call and ask about it.

I didn't pass my exam on Friday February 22nd. I just retook the exam yesterday, Thursday March 14th, and passed. I was able to retest less than three weeks after failing my initial exam (I could have taken it sooner in the week but wanted to give myself an extra couple days of study time). Everywhere I read said that the process took 5-6 weeks but I was very persistent, as I have a job waiting for me.

Here is what I did if you are curious. I failed Friday. Saturday and Sunday I spent the days getting my 15 CEUs online (they say do it in your area of weakness, but I just went ahead and did 15 in various areas, as I didn't want to wait for my letter saying where my weakness was, and the AANP accepted them without a problem). I also printed out the AANP reexam application and filled it out. I sent all my info via overnight mail on Monday. Wednesday the AANP got my test results (they get them once per week from the testing center) and by Thursday I had been approved to retest. I then had to wait a week for the AANP to send my info to the professional testing corporation who sets up the testing number, and I called them every day that week until they had my number, which they gave to me over the phone. This was on Friday, a week after I was approved. I then immediately went onto prometric and scheduled my retest.

During all this time I studied my butt off, every day. I took multiple practice tests and recorded my weak areas (GI, women's health, etc) and studied those areas more. I listened to the Fitzgerald CDs anytime I was in the car, even just to run to the store. When I retested, I felt SO much more prepared, I just knew I passed because I knew without a doubt that I was right on the majority of the answers. It also helped that my score the first time was a freaking 493, which means I only failed by a couple of questions, so I felt since I was so close last time, I would definitely pass this time.

I would immediately get to preparing for your retest if you haven't already. Hopefully you have already started, but if not, do not wait for your letter from AANP, do your CEUs, send in your application overnight, and keep studying. Rescoring probably won't help and then you will have spent an extra $50, plus the process takes several weeks (you have to wait for your official letter before you can request a rescore, which takes about 2 weeks, then you have to wait about 4 weeks for the results). You could retest and pass by that time. If you don't mind waiting and think your score will honestly change, then go ahead, but I would recommend against it, just get started on taking the test again.

Great advice Nicki! Thanks..

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Hi Nicki and wlyn628,

I am curious why you ladies chose AANP vs ANCC the first time around and the second time testing? I took the exam once through ANCC and AANP and was not successful at either. I thought the AANP was more straightforward and I liked the formatting of the questions so plan on retesting with them. At this point, I have even thought about registering for both again. Any thoughts?

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Nicki,

Can you recc where to go to complete the CEUS? Called AANP and they could not explain where to go for the 15 CEUS. The only info they could give me was to it in my weaknesses or a general review. I want to make sure they will accept the CEUS i complete. I also do not want to wait for the paper that tells me my weaknesses before I apply. Lastly, what made u choose AANP the first and second time? Thanks!!

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bebaRN,

I decided to take the AANP because it is a more clinical base exam. Where as the ANCC has research and theory included on that exam. That is not my best area, though I did well in those classes in my studies.

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Nickifnp, what site did you get your CEs from? Also what additional study sources did you do when you retook the test and passed? How did you reapply for retaking the test without the scores posted on AANP website? I know you said you printed it and mailed it but I don't see that as an option. Thanks!

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