Certification Withdrawal Policies
Withdrawing from Computer-Based Exams
In the event that a candidate is unable to test during the 90 day testing window, the candidate may, one time only, request a new 90 day testing window. The fee is $100. This new testing window may not begin more than 6 months from the last day of the initial testing window. To make this request, please complete this form. Requests must be received before the end of the initial testing window. You must cancel any previously scheduled appointments with Prometric to take advantage of this option.
Requests for permanent withdrawal must be received by ANCC before the expiration of the assigned 90-day eligibility period. You must cancel any previously scheduled appointments with Prometric in order not to be charged the full test fee. An administrative fee of $140 and any special fees are nonrefundable. If you decide to apply for certification again at a later date, you must complete a new application, pay fees, and meet all eligibility requirements in effect for the year in which you reapply.
Send a written request for withdrawal to:
ANCC
ATTN: Exam Withdrawal
8515 Georgia Ave, Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492
Withdrawing from Paper-and-Pencil Exams
Candidates have a one time option of transferring to the next available exam date for a fee of $100. To make this request, please complete this form. Requests for testing date reassignment must be received no later than one month after the exam date. If you do not take the examination on the next available date, you must complete a new application, pay fees, and meet all eligibility requirements in effect for the year in which you reapply.
Requests for permanent withdrawal must be received at least 8 weeks prior to the listed exam date. The administrative fee of $140 and any special fees are nonrefundable.
Send a written request for withdrawal to:
ANCC
ATTN: Exam Withdrawal
8515 Georgia Ave, Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492
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