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Mi.S - I had the same thoughts of taking both exams. My reasoning for only taking 1 exam was that I figured if I had a knowledge deficit in one exam, I would more than likely have it in the other. I was afraid of stressing myself out with studying for 2 exams and paying for 2, as well. I wish you luck on your studying, and I'm sure you'll do well on the next exam. I would recommend purchasing a question bank and taking as many practice questions as you can prior to the test. Best of luck!

Great job!!! Now I'm just waiting to get licensed, which seems to be taking forever!

Good! That's what I was trying to do. I was sooo scared before the test, so I wanted to tell people that it can be done! Good luck!

I recently took my AANP certification exam and passed on the first try. I know this exam is extremely stressful, so I wanted to share my study tips for those of you who are testing soon. I attended a live Fitzgerald review, and then did the required online activities after the course. The online activities include several quizzes and 1 practice exam. I wrote down all of the questions I missed on the practice exam, and then looked up each topic and reviewed it. I started studying about 2 weeks before my exam, and I didn't want to waste time on topics that I felt comfortable with. The only con about the Fitzgerald review is that rationales are not offered for the questions. I really enjoyed the APEA Q-bank. It is quite expensive for a 1-month trial, but I would recommend it to anyone testing. Rationales were given after questions if you chose to do the questions in tutor mode. Rationales are given at the end of a test if you chose exam mode. I had access to 2500 questions for about $129 for a 1-month subscription. You have the option of answering subject specific questions if there are areas that you feel weak in. I used YouTube to watch videos on things I couldn't visualize from the questions and reviews. I highly recommend learning MR. TAPS for murmurs, and memorizing the cranial nerves. There are videos to help with these in case you get nervous and can't remember which valve is where, or which cranial nerve corresponds to which function. Lastly, my friend let me borrow her Barkley's review CDs. I would listen to these any time I was in the car. I did not listen to all 19 CDs, but I did review some of the subjects that I needed brushing up on. Test taking tips: arrive early so you aren't stressed about rushing; wear comfortable clothes and dress in layers in case the room is cold/hot; eat a good meal prior to testing to give yourself energy; and don't drink too much coffee if you are not a daily coffee drinker. Don't try any new routines, foods, makeup products, lotions on the day of the exam in case your body doesn't agree with them. Try to get a good night's sleep, if possible (I couldn't sleep even with 5mg of Melatonin)! Take a deep breath and relax. Meditate or pray, and tell yourself that you can do it! If you are feeling anxious, take a break during the exam (if allowed), and remind yourself that you are capable of passing the exam. It sounds silly, but it helps boost your confidence!