Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse Study Guide 2026-2027
Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse Study Guide 2026-2027
Complete TCTCN Exam Prep with Practice Tests, Clinical Scenarios, and Evidence-Based Review
By Capra Academy · Published May 11, 2026 · 326 pages
About This Book
Preparation for the TCTCN certification exam with structured chapters aligned to official exam domains. Covers blood and marrow transplant foundations, conditioning regimens, stem cell infusion, post-transplant complications including GVHD, infection prevention, and survivorship. Updated terminology reflecting the 2026 BMTCN to TCTCN transition. Three full-length practice exams with detailed rationales.
What’s Inside
- Three Full-Length Practice Exams
- Transplant Foundations & Conditioning
- Post-Transplant Complications
- GVHD Management
- Infection Prevention & Supportive Care
- 2026 BMTCN to TCTCN Transition
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TCTCN certification?
The TCTCN (Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse) is administered by ONCC (Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation). It was renamed from BMTCN effective January 2026 to reflect the broader scope of transplantation and cellular therapy nursing.
How many questions are on the TCTCN exam?
The TCTCN exam has 165 multiple-choice questions (125 scored, 40 unscored) with a 3-hour time limit. The passing score is 55 on a scaled score range of 25-75. The exam costs $300 for ONCC members and $420 for non-members.
What are the TCTCN eligibility requirements?
TCTCN requires 2,000 hours of practice in transplantation and cellular therapy nursing within the last 4 years, 2 years of RN experience, and 10 continuing education hours in the specialty. The exam is administered at PSI testing centers (in-person only).
How is TCTCN different from the old BMTCN?
TCTCN is the renamed version of BMTCN, effective January 2026. The name change reflects the broader scope of ‘transplantation and cellular therapy’ terminology. Eligibility criteria, exam content, and renewal process remain the same.
Related Resources
TCTCN Resource Hub
Planning Your Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse Preparation
Who this exam information is for
This page is for candidates considering or actively preparing for the Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Certified Nurse. 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.