CARN-AP Complete Exam Guide
Eligibility, registration, format, and current policies
The CARN-AP exam is administered by Addictions Nursing Certification Board (ANCB). Use this guide as an orientation, then confirm every time-sensitive requirement in the official candidate materials linked below.
Key Facts
| Credential | Certified Addictions Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Confirm current graduate education, advanced-practice license, supervised addictions hours, and nursing-experience requirements with ANCB |
| Preparation Basis | Use the current CARN-AP handbook, blueprint, and official reference list |
| Scope Note | Preparation should integrate assessment, treatment, recovery, co-occurring conditions, ethics, and advanced-practice responsibilities |
Eligibility and Application
Review the official eligibility rules before purchasing an exam appointment. Document your education, license or registration, and required experience exactly as Addictions Nursing Certification Board (ANCB) requests.
Registration, Testing, and Cost
Use the official registration portal for the current application process, fees, testing windows, scheduling rules, accommodations, and identification requirements. These details can change, so the official source controls.
Scoring, Retakes, and Renewal
Consult the current candidate handbook for score reporting, passing standards, retake waiting periods, renewal cycles, and continuing-education requirements. Do not rely on an older third-party summary for a current policy decision.