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RE: Register Now: NCSN Fall Study Group Kick-Off August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Several folks have asked about the recording of the online study group kickoff. Cindi Poole posted the link after the call last week, and I just pinned it to the top of this SNN Community posts. ------------------------------ Sandi Delack MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN-E, FNASN Executive Director, NBCSN sdelack@nbcsn.org ...

RE: Register Now: NCSN Fall Study Group Kick-Off August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Original Message: Sent: 08-30-2026 11:05 AM From: Jessica Martin Subject: Register Now: NCSN Fall Study Group Kick-Off August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET I wasn't able to attend the session on 8/26. Is there a zoom playback I can review? ------------------------------ Jessica Martin Portland, OR ...

Using AI

At NBCSN, we truly value the collaborative nature of our school nurse community. As we explore new AI tools together, please be mindful of how we handle exam preparation materials. To protect our shared intellectual property and ensure compliance with copyright laws, it is important not to upload protected ...

Registration for NCSN Fall Exam is now open!

Interested in becoming a nationally certified school nurse? Registration is now open for the fall testing window. The fall NCSN exam will be offered from October 22- November 22. If you have been thinking about becoming an NCSN, now is the time! The NCSN credential demonstrates to your employer and colleagues ...

RE: Test

Hi Martha, Unfortunately, it is not possible to notify candidates about which questions they answered correctly or incorrectly. In order to maintain a secure, reliable, and valid exam, there needs to be minimal exposure to the items on the exam. I realize it is frustrating and we like to expand our ...

RE: Test

Congratulations, Lydia, NCSN! Your persistence and dedication is admirable! ------------------------------ Sandi Delack MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN-E, FNASN Executive Director, NBCSN sdelack@nbcsn.org ------------------------------

RE: I PASSED!!

Hi Andrea, Congratulations on passing the NCSN exam! We always appreciate the feedback. School nursing is a broad specialty, and school nurses are required to have knowledge of many topic areas. Our exams are written by Subject Matter Experts (SME's) in school nursing and vetted extensively by our ...

RE: Test Prep Week #13

Charlene, Thanks for your post and the great tips you offered. I think you noted a really important point. There is a lot of information we may have learned once but have long since forgotten. Taking the practice exams and completing the questions at the end of chapters in the Review Book is a helpful ...

RE: Week 6 Answers

It is so exciting to see the "I passed" messages! Congratulations, and thank you for sharing your thoughts. Not everyone passes on the first try, and it is great to hear how you were able to use your first experience to hone your study skills and prepare you for the retake. ------------------------------ ...

RE: NCSN Candidates and NASN 2026

NASN2027 conference will be at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. ------------------------------ Sandi Delack MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN-E, FNASN Executive Director, NBCSN sdelack@gmail.com ------------------------------

Late Registration for NCSN summer exam has been extended

Please share this information with your colleagues who are interested in sitting for the NCSN exam this summer. The late registration deadline for the NCSN summer exam window has been extended to July 2nd. If you were hoping to take the NCSN exam during the summer testing window (test dates 7/06-8/08), ...

RE: Passing Score

Unfortunately, there is not a way to definte a passing score in terms of a certain number of correct items or a percentage. The passing score is a scaled score determined by sophisticated psychometrics that applies weights to questions according to difficulty. The raw passing score is established separately ...

RE: Checking in on week 2.

Hi All, I just checked in with NurseBuilders to confirm their policy. Purchase of the e-learning webinar entitles you to 6 months use with the option to extend for 1 year. The rationale is that you purchase this for individual use to prepare for the exam. If you need to extend beyond the 6 months because ...

RE: Checking in on week 2.

Hi Tama, I am so glad you asked this question. We STRONGLY recommend that you take the exam at a test center. We continue to offer remote proctored testing to accommodate those who live very far away from a center, but advise it only if absolutely necessary. Our past experience has been that we see ...

RE: Checking in on week 2.

Mary, It is a LOT of reading, for sure. I would recommend that you look at the topics, skim the chapters, and identify your gaps. You will already know a lot of the information and can do a quick review. Look for those areas where you are less confident and spend your time there. You've got this! ...

RE: Next discussion study group

Hi Martha, If you are still looking for the 1st post for the Summer Exam Study Group, go to NASN SNN, click on the National Certification Exam Candidate forum, then click on Community Home. On the left side, you will see the post from 5/22. Check your settings to be sure you are set up to receive email ...

RE: Next discussion study group

Hi All, Yes, the first week's post is up! I just pinned it to the top to make it easier to find. I am so excited to hear from so many of you who are anxious to begin this journey! Please post your thoughts and reactions. This is an interactive forum and a great place to bring your questions and share ...

Online review session for summer exam begins this Friday!

Posted By Sandi Delack, MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN-E, FNASN 05-18-2026 09:25 AM
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We are excited to announce that the next online review session for the NCSN exam will begin this Friday, May 22! Alana Parker will be your guide through this 7-week journey as you prepare for the exam. We all offer our sincere thanks to Sarah Portle, NCSN extraordinare, for leading this charge over the ...

RE: Summer 2026 NCSN Exam Review Course Loading...

Jennifer, thanks for the question. Although we would always recommend updating your professional reference library to the most current edition, the 3rd edition of the comprehensive text is still very relevant. With a little cross-referencing on your part, I think you will be able to follow along with ...

RE: Next discussion study group

Mary, that is correct! The next online study group for the NCSN exam will begin on Friday 5/22. Watch for the post on this community site. ------------------------------ Sandi Delack MEd, BSN, RN, NCSN-E, FNASN Executive Director, NBCSN sdelack@gmail.com ------------------------------