NP Exams

As part of the process to become licenced as an NP in Nova Scotia, you must successfully complete one of the following NP exams based on the stream of practice you’re becoming licenced in: family, adult or pediatric.

Apply for the Family/All Ages NP Exam

The Family/All Ages Exam determines whether an NP demonstrates the competencies necessary for safe and ethical practice as a family/all ages NP in Nova Scotia. The exam is a four hours and includes 190-220 multiple choice questions. The next administration of the family/all ages NP exam is May 9, 2023.

Important Notice

The deadline to apply and pay for the exam is March 31, 2023. Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by NSCN and you will be notified on how to pay the administration fee of $143.75.

You will receive instructions from the exam vendor Yardstick after they receive our confirmation that you are eligible to take the exam. Please contact us at registration@nscn.ca if you have any questions.

Apply for the Pediatrics Primary Care NP Exam

The Pediatrics Primary Cape NP Exam determines whether an NP candidate demonstrates the competencies necessary for safe and ethical practice as a pediatric NP in Nova Scotia. The exam is a three hour and includes 175 multiple choice question exam. 

Apply for the Adult/Gerontology Primary Care NP Exam

The Adult/Gerontology Primary Care NP Exam determines whether an NP candidate demonstrates the competencies necessary for safe and ethical practice as an adult/gerontology NP in Nova Scotia. The exam is a three hour and includes 150 multiple choice question exam. 

If you have any questions, reach out to us at registration@nscn.ca. We will respond within two business days. 

Please be advised that registration requirements and fees are subject to change. All registration and licensure fees are non-refundable. Click here to learn more about fees and payment options.