If you're planning to begin studying for an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) exam, Varsity Tutors can help you improve your process with our ANCC prep courses. Obtaining assistance from an ANCC course as you study for any one of the specialized exams shows that you're dedicated to doing your best on test day.
Whether you're planning to earn your credentials to specialize as a Family Nurse Practitioner, an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, or any other specific nursing discipline, private ANCC classes may be the answer to gaining the edge you need to reach your potential. The type of ANCC class Varsity Tutors can sign you up for features one-on-one tutoring. This means you receive targeted, specialized guidance as you study, and that each ANCC prep class session can be tailored to your specific needs.
When you commit to completing your study through a Varsity Tutors ANCC prep course, you can count on your instructor to plan dynamic lessons with the flexibility to adapt each week as you grow and improve. Because it's just you and your instructor, they can assess where you're at when you first begin your ANCC prep classes and then continue to track your progress over time. If you're learning a particular concept more quickly than anticipated, they can adjust each upcoming session to reflect that.
Your private ANCC tutor can help with more than just the content you'll find on the exam. For one thing, learning to pace yourself during the test so that you have enough time to comfortably answer all questions or perform all tasks could be highly beneficial. Trying to reach that pace for the first time as you take the exam isn't necessary if you and your ANCC tutor work on it together, possibly through taking timed practice tests regularly until you reach the necessary speed while retaining your accuracy. Other things your instructor may be able to provide are practice questions formatted the way they are on the exam, homework assignments so you're making efficient use of your time together, and a variety of methods based on your exact and ever-evolving needs.
In addition to specific test content, your private ANCC tutor can help you become familiar with the format of the exam. Here's a breakdown of your ANCC class could prepare you for on the FNP-BC exam:
Category | Content Domain | # Questions | Percentage of Exam |
I | Assessment | 31 | 21 |
II | Diagnosis | 39 | 26 |
III | Clinical Management | 65 | 43 |
IV | Professional Role | 15 | 10 |
Customized ANCC courses give you the chance to dig as deeply into the content and structure of the exam you're planning to take. For a broad look at each of the ANCC exams, which specialty they focus on, how the questions will be presented, and the time allotted to complete the test, review this table:
ANCC Exams | Focus | Format | Time |
FNP-BC | Family Nurse Practitioner | 175 questions, 25 unscored | 3.5 Hours |
PMHNP-BC | Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) | 200 questions, 25 unscored | 4 Hours |
AGACNP-BC | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | 200 questions, 25 unscored | 4 Hours |
AGCNS-BC | Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist | 200 questions, 25 unscored | 4 Hours |
AGPCNP-BC | Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner | 200 questions, 25 unscored | 4 Hours |
As the table shows, you're facing a rigorous exam no matter which specialty you're testing for. With thorough preparation, you can feel confident as you near the exam date that you've done all you can to make sure you're ready.
To sign up for the flexible, personalized ANCC course, contact Varsity Tutors today. We can answer your questions and get you signed up so you can begin your ANCC prep right away.

Kisha: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...and help you succeed in your academic goals. I am a dedicated and results-driven tutor with a strong background in healthcare, nursing and education, uniquely qualified to guide students through complex science and health topics. I start each session by assessing your current understanding and reviewing past work to identify areas that need focus. From...
Education & Certification
- University of Phoenix-Chicago Campus - Master of Science, Business, General
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- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Immunology
- +33 subjects

Oluremi: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...in a small community hospital. My mother and my brother are nurses as well; my brother is in the ED and my mom is on the Tele unit. We love to compare stories and compete about which specialty is the best. Good times! I have three teenagers and another nurse in the making. I love...
Education & Certification
- Olivet Nazarene University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- +4 subjects

Jennifer: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...and a post Master's degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner. I received all of these degrees at Lewis University. I have been a Registered Nurse for 11 years and a Family Nurse Practitioner for a little under a year. I can help students prepare for the NCLEX exam and the Family Nurse Practitioner boards. I'm...
Education & Certification
- Lewis University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Lewis University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- Professional Certifications
- +4 subjects

Deborah: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...online for University students. Teaching is a passion and I love to share knowledge and watch students become successful and more confident with their schoolwork. I also worked with adult students who were looking to pass their Social Work exams. I passed my national and state exams, and realize that sometimes we overthink or lack...
Education & Certification
- Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor in Arts, Social Work
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- CPCE - Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- PRAXIS
- +166 subjects

Melani: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...WHNP Certification College of Mount Saint Joseph University 36/40 hours of a DNP degree I believe that all students have a right to quality education, guidance, as well as support to help each of them achieve a goal of becoming a practicing nurse. To often, the fundamentals of nursing as well as test-taking strategies are...
Education & Certification
- Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX
- +39 subjects

Jessica: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
I am Perinatal Nurse Specialist who believes in empowering nurses to bring evidence based practice to the bedside. I have a background in maternal child health, hospice, community health, and high risk care of women and infants.
Education & Certification
- Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Sacred Heart University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- ARDMS - RDMS - Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
- ARDMS - RDMS - Fetal Echocardiography (FE)
- +13 subjects

Melody : St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...work with you to best find this and YOU will learn and feel successful. I have a diverse background as a RN with a trauma, NICU, NP and specialty nursing. In addition to my law degree I also have a Masters in Science with emphasis in Psychology and Humanity. I have a Master's in Criminology...
Education & Certification
- Southern Oregon University - Bachelor of Science, Criminology
- Southern Oregon University - Master of Science, Social Sciences
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AAMA - American Association of Medical Assistants
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Bar Exam
- +267 subjects

Sharon: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...nursing education goes beyond textbooks and skills labs; it is about fostering critical thinking, empathy, and resilience in the face of challenges. My experience as a nurse practitioner has shaped my understanding of the complexities of patient care, and I am committed to sharing that knowledge with students to help them grow into compassionate, competent...
Education & Certification
- Walden University - Master's/Graduate, Nurse Practitioner
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- +7 subjects

Linda: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...I love being a nurse and hope to impart that passion to you. No other health profession focuses on healing the mind, body and spirit as we do. Excellence requires being a lifelong learner as what we thought we knew was best practice changes continually. You must be prepared to constantly keep abreast of changes...
Education & Certification
- UW_Madison - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- ANCC - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG)
- +18 subjects

Alicia: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...Holistic Health Practitioner and have an in depth understanding of various sciences. Since my childhood, I have developed a proficiency in all subjects and have mastered taking tests. I have a love for learning, but more importantly, I have a passion for teaching. My memory is sharp and I have successfully taught students how to...
Education & Certification
- South University - Master's/Graduate, Advance Practice Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- ABIM Exam - American Board of Internal Medicine
- NCLEX
- +26 subjects

Emma: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...nurse. I am also a Family Nurse Practitioner hoping to specialize in pediatric palliative and hospice care. I enjoy working with a multitude of age groups from elementary school to students in undergraduate and graduate studies. I try to make my sessions as fun and interactive as possible while still ensuring student success
Education & Certification
- Salve Regina University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- +142 subjects

Teneika: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...and health care providers (NP's and PA's). I also specialize in tutoring students who have not been successful in passing their NCLEX or ANCC. My goal is to relieve as much stress for my mentees while they're transitioning into their new role. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling around...
Education & Certification
- D'Youville College - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- +9 subjects

Camille: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...College, I won a full tennis scholarship, which helped with tuition and books. After graduating with an Associate of Arts degree, I won another tennis scholarship to St. Thomas University. There, I completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. As an athlete, I traveled frequently. I was fortunate to experience many different cultures and...
Education & Certification
- Saint Thomas University - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
- Barry University - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
- Avalon University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- ABOMS - American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc
- NSAA - National Surgical Assistant Association
- +594 subjects

Darlene: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...teaching and I have consistently scored well in student feedback surveys. Teaching, especially online, is a particular interest to me. I worked with NLN to develop a position statement in 2008, Preparing the Next Generation of Nurses to Practice in a Technology-Rich Environment: An Informatics Agenda. My DNP research project completed as part of my...
Education & Certification
- Auburn University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Samford University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- Medicine
- +2 subjects

Jacqueline: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...earned my B.A. in English at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, N.Y. I also completed my D.N.P. as a family nurse practitioner through Chamberlain University. I am a board-certified family nurse practitioner. I enjoy taking the time to help students learn and understand new information. I provide support for English, nursing, and nurse practitioner students.
Education & Certification
- Le Moyne College - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
- Chamberlain College of Nursing-Missouri - Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Leader
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- Elementary School Reading
- +14 subjects

Victoria: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...empowering students to excel in their academic journey. I believe in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported, tailoring my approach to meet their unique needs and aspirations. Through engaging teaching methods, one-on-one mentoring, and a focus on critical thinking and evidence-based practice, I aim to instill in my students...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida - Master's/Graduate, Family Nurse Practitioner
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- ABCGN - American Board of Certified Gastroenterology Nurses
- MSNCB - Medical Surgical Nursing Certification Board
- +11 subjects

Sara: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...and mental health nursing. Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, gaining a strong foundation in both general and specialized nursing care. Over time, I discovered that one of the most rewarding parts of my role has been helping others learn whether through precepting new hires, guiding students through clinical...
Education & Certification
- Capella University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- +6 subjects

Tara: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...while I worked to receive my Master of Science in Maternal-Infant Nursing from the University of Alabama in Birmingham (UAB) and became a Certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner in 1993. I worked in outpatient OB/GYN for several years and returned for a Post-Graduate Certificate in Family Health from UAB and became certified as a Family...
Education & Certification
- University of Alabama at Birmingham - Master's/Graduate, Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- +5 subjects

Heather: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...there is no end to what they can achieve. I struggled in math in high school and realized in college that sometimes the way something is explained by another person is all that's needed to get someone to understand it. I hope to be that person for students and help them grasp concepts by explaining...
Education & Certification
- Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- MSNCB - Medical Surgical Nursing Certification Board
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- +28 subjects

Lora: St. Charles ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...success! I am an adjunct professor at a university. I have an extensive teaching and mentoring background. I understand that not everyone learns the same way, which is why I try to bring different elements of tutoring sessions. For visual learners I strive to use pictures, diagrams, and videos, for kinesthetic learners I incorporate drawing,...
Education & Certification
- University of Memphis - Bachelor, Nursing
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX
- ISEE- Upper Level
- +18 subjects