AE-C Asthma Educator Specialist Certification Exam Study Guide 2026–2027
AE-C Asthma Educator Specialist Certification Exam Study Guide 2026–2027
Comprehensive Review, Practice Questions, and Detailed Answer Explanations Aligned with NBRC Certification
By Capra Academy · Published July 22, 2026 · 305 pages
About This Book
Prepare for the NBRC AE-C certification exam with a comprehensive study guide covering asthma pathophysiology, pharmacological and non-pharmacological management, patient education, environmental control, age-specific approaches, and asthma action plan development. Includes 300 practice questions with detailed answer explanations.
What’s Inside
- 300 Practice Questions
- Detailed Answer Explanations
- Asthma Pathophysiology
- Pharmacotherapy
- Patient Education Strategies
- Test-Taking Strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AE-C exam?
The AE-C (Asthma Educator Specialist) exam is administered by the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care). It validates specialized knowledge in asthma education and management for healthcare professionals from 14+ disciplines.
How many questions are on the AE-C exam?
The AE-C exam has 175 multiple-choice questions (150 scored + 25 pretest) with a 3.5-hour time limit. The exam is available at PSI testing centers Monday through Saturday.
How much does the AE-C exam cost?
The AE-C exam costs $350 for new applicants and $250 for reapplicants. Candidates may attempt the exam 2 times before a 180-day waiting period.
What are the eligibility requirements for the AE-C?
Candidates must hold a current, active, unrestricted US license or credential (MD, DO, PA-C, RN, LPN, NP, RRT, CRT, RPFT, CPFT, RPh, CSW, CHES, PT, OT, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, or CCC-SLP), OR have a minimum of 1,000 hours of direct patient asthma education.
Related Resources
AE-C Resource Hub
Planning Your AE-C Preparation
Who this exam information is for
This page is for candidates considering or actively preparing for the AE-C Asthma Educator Specialist Certification. 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.