CFCN Study Guide 2026-2027
CFCN Study Guide 2026-2027
Certified Foot Care Nurse Exam Prep with 3 Full-Length Practice Tests, Clinical Scenarios, and Evidence-Based Review
By Capra Academy · Published May 2, 2026 · 287 pages
About This Book
Comprehensive preparation for the Certified Foot Care Nurse exam. Covers foot and lower extremity anatomy and assessment, vascular and neurological evaluation, nail disorders and skin conditions, diabetic and high-risk foot care, debridement principles, and footwear and offloading strategies. Three full-length practice exams with 120 questions each.
What’s Inside
- Three Practice Exams (120 Questions Each)
- Foot & Lower Extremity Anatomy
- Diabetic & High-Risk Foot Care
- Nail Disorders & Skin Conditions
- Debridement Principles
- Footwear & Offloading Strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CFCN certification?
The CFCN (Certified Foot Care Nurse) is a specialty nursing certification administered by the WOCNCB (Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing Certification Board). It validates expertise in comprehensive foot care assessment, intervention, and prevention for at-risk populations.
How many questions are on the CFCN exam?
The CFCN exam has 120 questions with a 120-minute time limit. The 2025 pass rate is 80.57%. The exam costs $395 and is administered at PSI testing centers.
What are the CFCN eligibility requirements?
CFCN requires an active RN license, a BSN or higher degree, completion of 24 continuing education credits in foot care, and 40 supervised clinical hours in foot care. There are currently 733 active CFCN certificants.
Does Medicare cover CFCN services?
Yes. CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) recognizes the CFCN credential for Medicare-eligible foot care services, making it valuable for nurses working in podiatry, wound care, and geriatric settings.
Related Resources
CFCN Resource Hub
Planning Your CFCN Preparation
Who this exam information is for
This page is for candidates considering or actively preparing for the CFCN. Use the linked exam resources to understand the credential, organize preparation, and identify the official requirements that must be confirmed before applying.
What to verify before scheduling
- Current eligibility and application documentation
- Current examination blueprint and domain weights
- Fees, testing windows, identification, and accommodation rules
- Question format, time limit, scoring, and score-report process
- Retake, renewal, and continuing-education policies
A practical study strategy
Begin with the current official content outline. Rank every domain by both blueprint weight and personal confidence, then spend the most time where high weight and low confidence overlap. Use practice questions diagnostically: record the tested domain, why the correct answer is best, why each distractor is weaker, and what source resolves any uncertainty.
Strengths and limitations of this study guide
The Capra Academy guide is designed to combine structured review with practice and answer explanations, making it useful for identifying weak areas and rehearsing exam-style decisions. It is a study aid—not the certifying organization’s candidate handbook, not a guarantee of a passing result, and not a substitute for current official eligibility or policy information. Requirements can change, so follow the official sources linked throughout this resource cluster.