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.

Natalie: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...variety of certification exams and am very familiar with their method of testing. My passion is helping people with ADD/ADHD, something I initially struggled with in school. In the past ten years, I have developed so many coping mechanisms and learning strategies/techniques to overcome my own personal disability and enjoy helping others who suffer from...
Education & Certification
- Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing - Bachelor in Arts, Nursing (RN)
- Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- +61 subjects

Jessica: 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
- ARDMS - RDMS - Fetal Echocardiography (FE)
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- NCLEX
- +13 subjects

Nitasha: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...care. As a tutor, my goal is to present the topic on hand in a competent and clear manner. I start with first understanding the student and their needs. Through strong communication, we will tackle the challenging topics and areas. I want to be my student's resource, point of contact, and cheerleader to success!
Education & Certification
- Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
- Spring Arbor University - Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- High School Biology
- +14 subjects

Melba: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
I have experience been mentoring and coaching new nurses and student nurses. I am currently a graduate student working on my Masters in Nursing Education. My goal is to assist the new generation of nurses to be the very best they can be.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Western Governors University - Master of Science, Health Occupations Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-PN Prep Course
- NCLEX-RN Prep Course
- NCLEX
- +20 subjects

Ramona: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...years of diverse experiences in healthcare as a nurse. As a PMHNP, we are expected to act as leaders in our profession. One way I can act as a leader is to be a resource to future PMHNPs by guiding them in preparing for the ANCC certification exam. Throughout my career providing education has been...
Education & Certification
- Regis University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Regis College - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Pharmacology
- Pathophysiology
- MCAT
- +7 subjects

Celeste: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...Knowledge is power! I schooled my three children who are now successful and grown up, along with other young people in our homeschool group. Later I taught grades 4-7 in a private school, all academics. I instructed Reading as a volunteer to adults through the public library. I wrote and presented Seizure Management to nurses,...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain College of Nursing-Texas - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- English
- +66 subjects

Sherry: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...8 years of experience teaching elementary, high school, undergraduate and graduate students, I specialize in tutoring many subjects, mostly in the humanities and social sciences. I also tutor in Mandarin Chinese. As a native speaker in Chinese, I love to teach Chinese because the language relates to my background and specialty. I can also tutor...
Education & Certification
- St. John's University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- St. John's University - Master of Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
- NCLEX
- Phonics
- +537 subjects

Oluremi: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...Nazarene University. I have worked mainly as an ICU nurse at level 1 trauma hospitals. I am board certified, CCRN and I am currently working in the cath lab/IR suite 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...
Education & Certification
- Olivet Nazarene University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX-Registed Nurse
- NCLEX
- +4 subjects

Sylvia: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...Sept. 2020 I passed the exam to credential in hospice & palliative care. I'm an education junkie :) I sat the ANCC boards last year so I'm current with what they cover. As with most standardized tests, it is more a matter of learning what the board wants than clinical specifics (although there is some...
Education & Certification
- Immaculata University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Public Health
- +11 subjects

Kyle: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...BSN and MSN programs. I graduated from Georgetown University with my BSN and University of Central Florida with my MSN . I have past nursing experience in orthopedics, gyn oncology, surgery, occupational medicine , family practice and emergency room medicine. My undergraduate focus has been Fundamentals/Foundations of Nursing, Concepts, Health Assessment, Med/Surg and I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- University of Central Florida - Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Professional Certifications
- +2 subjects

Diana: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...help you with concentration and focus issues, give you strategies for the different types of test questions, show you ways to relate topics together so that nursing builds on itself and isn't just a bunch of facts. I will give you a sequence to study that includes bookwork, some homework, watching videos and doing questions,...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Adult Health Nursing
- La Roche College - Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCCAA - National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- +38 subjects

Erica: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...Nurse Practitioner passionate about education and helping NP students succeed. After tutoring students throughout my graduate career at Vanderbilt University, I wanted to continue to contribute to the development of new NPs and, thus, joined Varsity Tutors. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey to becoming a board-certified Nurse Practitioner!
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Physiology
- Vanderbilt University - Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- +17 subjects

Heather: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...of healthcare. If a student is motivated to learn, 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...
Education & Certification
- Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX-RN Prep Course
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- +27 subjects

Jennifer: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...be. I would love to help support students through this process and help them pass the NCLEX and Family Nurse Practitioner boards. I have a BSN, MSN in Nursing Education, 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...
Education & Certification
- Lewis University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Lewis University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Professional Certifications
- +4 subjects

Angelia: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...and testing. While in nursing school, the second semester I failed. I sought help from instructors which was helpful for me to have the one-on-one time. I was afraid to ask questions during class and I had test anxiety. I did not know "how to study". I had to teach myself how to "read a...
Education & Certification
- Sterling College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- University of Phoenix - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- NCE - National Counselor Exam
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- +9 subjects

Angela: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...University with a BSN-RN top 10 of the class in 2014 then went back to school for my MSN-FNP graduated in 2018 with a 3.5 GPA. Now I work as an FNP in mostly psychiatric and Geriatric population. I have over 3.5 yrs of experience I look forward to helping you expand your knowledge base.
Education & Certification
- Maryville University of Saint Louis - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Chamberlain College of Nursing-Missouri - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Nursing
- +4 subjects

Berthony: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...in 2006. Thereafter, I attended medical school in Mexico for 1 year, but did not complete due to my starting a family. I completed my pre-medicine undergraduate courses at University of Texas San Antonio in 2010. I received my masters degree at Chamberlain University for Nurse Practitioner in 2016. I have tutored students throughout my...
Education & Certification
- Florida Atlantic University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Chamberlain College of Nursing-Illinois - Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NRCME - National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- +11 subjects

Lisa Scherrer: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...member at two local universities because I enjoy precepting new nurses and teaching students. I love to watch the light bulbs turn on and see students make connections between what they learn in class and their practice in real healthcare settings! I believe that a strong foundational knowledge of pathophysiology, theory, and evidence-based practice is...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- Western Governors University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
- Certified Medical Assistant Exam
- NCLEX
- +67 subjects
Education & Certification
- Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- United States University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- NCLEX
- Medicine
- ANCC - Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
- +15 subjects

Jami: ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center course instructor
...I will be tutoring subjects related to biology, nursing, and pharmaceutical research I thoroughly enjoy medical topics and science subjects. I will teach/tutor in a manner that is individualized to the best ways a particular person learns. I prefer to take an individualized approach as opposed to being set in my ways. I will state...
Education & Certification
- Rockhurst University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NCLEX
- +24 subjects