PNCB-CPN Exam Information and Outline
Certified Pediatric Nurse
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 12, 2026
PNCB-CPN Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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official PNCB-CPN exam objectives. This course outline serves as your roadmap.
The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
PNCB.
Below are complete topics detail with latest syllabus and course outline, that will help you good knowledge about exam objectives and topics that you have to prepare. These contents are covered in questions and answers pool of exam.
- Exam Format
- 175 questions (150 scored); 3 hours
- Assessment (approx. 1/3)
- Health history, physical and developmental assessment
- Health Promotion
- Anticipatory guidance, immunizations, safety
- Illness Management
- Acute and chronic pediatric conditions
- Professional Role
- Ethics, communication, family-centered care