A number of authoritative texts are used to develop ANCC certification exams. These lists are provided as a guide to help you prepare for the exams, but they are not intended to be all-inclusive.

This page includes links to all Reference Lists  for all current ANCC examinations. You may find it more helpful to see only the information for the examination that interests you. If so, please use the link to the right in the dark colored box that says "Choose a Specialty."

Select from the list below to view the reference list of a particular exam.