PED-BC Pediatric Nurse Board Certification Exam Study Guide 2026-2027
PED-BC Pediatric Nurse Board Certification Exam Study Guide 2026-2027
Comprehensive Review, Practice Questions, and Detailed Answer Explanations Aligned with ANCC Certification
By Capra Academy · Published July 8, 2026 · 285 pages
About This Book
Prepare for the ANCC PED-BC certification exam with a comprehensive study guide covering pediatric growth and development, pediatric health assessment, common childhood conditions, pediatric pharmacology, family-centered care, and emergency pediatrics. Includes 300 practice questions with detailed answer explanations aligned with the 2026 ANCC Test Content Outline.
What’s Inside
- 300 Practice Questions
- Detailed Answer Explanations
- Pediatric Growth & Development
- Common Childhood Conditions
- Family-Centered Care
- Test-Taking Strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PED-BC exam?
The PED-BC (Pediatric Nursing Board Certification) exam is administered by ANCC. It is a competency-based examination assessing entry-level clinical knowledge and skills of registered nurses in the pediatric nursing specialty.
How many questions are on the PED-BC exam?
The PED-BC exam has 150 multiple-choice questions (125 scored + 25 pretest) with a 3-hour time limit. It is a computer-based test available year-round at Prometric testing centers.
How much does the PED-BC exam cost?
The PED-BC exam costs $395 for non-members, $295 for ANA members, and $340 for Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN) members. Prices include a $140 non-refundable administrative fee.
What are the eligibility requirements for the PED-BC?
Candidates must hold a current, active RN license, have 2 years full-time RN practice, 2,000 hours clinical practice in pediatric nursing within the last 3 years, and 30 hours of continuing education in pediatric nursing within the last 3 years.
Is the PED-BC being discontinued?
ANCC announced in April 2026 that the PED-BC program is transitioning to renewal only. Actively certified nurses as of January 1, 2028 may continue to renew. New applications may have a deadline.
Related Resources
PED-BC Resource Hub
Planning Your PED-BC Preparation
Who this exam information is for
This page is for candidates considering or actively preparing for the PED-BC Pediatric Nurse Board 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.