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Hey everyone! Since everyone was so helpful with posting their results of passing the ANCC/AANP boards and the advice was very much appreciated, I figured I would post about my experience. I used the following resources to study for the ANCC: *Leik book- this book was very helpful (especially for some of the nonclinical topics she covers in the back of the book). Also, it was helpful for practicing taking questions because there are about 650 questions in the back of the book. She has helpful test taking hints throughout each chapter as well that are beneficial. I did not notice any repeat questions on the ANCC that was in the book per say, but it helped with learning the content. *Exam Edge questions: I used this website to practice taking questions. I bought 25 exams and took all of them. There are 100 questions per exam. Very few of the questions were repeated with each examination, so these questions were helpful in preparing for how to get ready for the boards. I will be honest and say there were no repeat questions on there that were on the ANCC. Although, it helped with learning more of the content that was on the ANCC boards. *Fitzgerald Blue review book: I used this book more throughout grad school than I did for the sole purpose of studying for ANCC. It is just too wordy. I repeated some of the questions I had previously taken in the book, but did not take many of them. *Past tests from roles/policy & research class from grad school: I used my old exams to review for these topics to help. I also reviewed the "research triangle" in my research books/notes. *APEA review book from live course: I used this book the most for the clinical portion of my exam. I really feel that this review course was super helpful. Unfortunately, I had to take it in January before my last semester of school for a grade, but the book was beneficial on its own as well! Okay, so I spent exactly 3 hours on the exam. I did not get up at all because it does not stop the time if you take a break. They give you 4 hours to take the exam and you have 200 questions. I had multiple select all that apply and drag and drop questions. This exam was difficult, but I studied hard for this exam. There are some questions that was on mine that I felt was a complete guess answer from me, because I had no idea. So, I narrowed it down to 2 answers and used my "best guess". The nice thing about this exam is that you can highlight words or sentences to help you pick out important info. You can also strike out answers that you have narrowed down as the incorrect answer to help avoid being distracted from those incorrect answers. Also, you can "mark" the questions to review them at the end if you have time. I did this for way too many and ended up not reviewing them because I have a policy that I have stuck with throughout school... DO NOT CHANGE YOUR ANSWER unless you are certain it is incorrect! I never change answers because my first choice is usually the correct one. Know the research triangle. Know about epidemiology, first-line treatments, & leadership. There are many questions with pictures that you have to interpret diagnosis or treatment. Familiarize yourself with different cultures. I had multiple peds questions as well. And, cancer questions. I will not go into detail what all was on the exam due to the inability to post that type of information or tell others what was on the exam. It is definitely half clinical and half nonclinical! Good luck to each of you! You've got this! Study hard and be prepared. Take a deep breath and ACE this test!! :)

Thank you so much for this information! I will be taking the ANCC soon and this is so helpful! I do have one question for you-- I have heard mixed reviews on the labs.. Did they give you LAB VALUES on the test or did you have to know them before hand?

Would you care to email me what you have to help? [email protected] Thank you so much in advance!!!

Thank you so much! I appreciate your help!! Have a great day!!

Two of my classmates took aanp & received it then at the testing center. I am taking ANCC, so I'm still waiting to test.

were you given lab values? Also, did you have pics to interpret or ecg? and, Could you tell me what you used to study for nonclinical portion? thank you!!

you can take the AANP before you graduate & they will give you print out at testing center, but you won't get official certification until you graduate. ANCC will not let you test until after you graduate & they receive your final official transcript. So, there's no way to take that one before you graduate.

Hey, urbanrn! I'd love to hear anything you have to offer to help with boards! I'll take any & all help! I'm so nervous!! I can give you my email address?

Thank you SO much for sharing your tips!! I plan on taking the ANCC shortly.. I graduate tomorrow! :) On your exam, did you get a lot of visuals you had to identify.. such as derm pics, eyes, ECG readings, etc? I was wondering if those would be on there. Also, are you given lab values? And, did you have a lot of cultural questions? Thanks in advance! And, congratulations!

Okay! Darn, I was hoping to hear from you all about it! Ha ha! I completely understand though! Let me know if you know of anyone in your class or someone you know that has taken it! Thanks again!!! Enjoy!!

Aww man.. I wish there was a way to buy that review book without taking review course! I took the APEA hollier one in Jan. I had to take it then for class. Thanks!!

Thank you! I look forward to hearing from you! i looked into Leik review course & they've already filled up or are not until fall í ½í¸³ Did you feel like the review manual she gives is similar to Leik book I already have? Thanks

Wow! Congratulations!! How exciting!! Please post & let me know when you do about your study plans & habits for ANCC! I graduate May 7th & have mailed everything needed except of course the official transcripts!! Thank you so much!!! I have the like book & have read the majority of it. What other books did you use for study material?

Awesome! Thank you! How long did it take you to get the authorization to test? Looking forward to your advice!