FAQs
FAQs
Who is the administering board?
The Neurocritical Care (NCC) Certification Exam will be administered by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
How often is the exam offered?
The NCC Certification Exam was first offered in 2021, and is administered every other year on even years. The Practice Pathway will only be offered for the first four administrations of the exam (2021, 2022, 2024 and 2026). All first-time applicants for the exam thereafter must complete the requirements of the Training Pathway.
When and how do I register?
You may begin registering for the NCC Certification Exam in your Physician Portal from December 1 through April 6 (late registration is open through April 27).
When is the last day I can cancel registration for this exam?
• 70% of the exam fee will be refunded if cancellation is received 48 hours prior to the exam date. (Example: For exams scheduled on October 11, the cancellation deadline would be 11:59 p.m. ET on October 9.)
• 55% of the exam fee will be refunded when cancellation is received less than 48 hours prior to the exam date.
• 85% of the exam fee will be refunded if your application is disapproved.
When I register, how can I schedule my seat? How long will it take ABPN to receive my information?
ABPN will send you instructions for scheduling your seat during the month of August of each exam year.
How do I reschedule?
You may reschedule your exam by contacting ABPN.
Who is the testing vendor?
Your NCC Certification Exam will be administered at a Pearson VUE test center.
Am I eligible to take this assessment?
At the time of application, you must have been previously certified by ABIM in Critical Care Medicine or, if pursuing Practice Pathway A, be currently certified by the United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties (UCNS) or the Committee on Advanced Subspecialty Training (CAST) in Neurocritical Care. View the Neurocritical Care Policies for additional eligibility criteria.
Does this require an attestation?
If you are pursuing the Practice Pathway, an attestation is required. Learn more about the Practice Pathway requirements.
How much does this exam cost?
The cost of the NCC Certification Exam will be $2,995.