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ABCN Neuropsychology Board Certification Exam Practice Test

140 questions available

Preparation for ABCN neuropsychology certification covering brain-behavior relationships, neuropsychological assessment, neurological disorders, rehabilitation, and forensic neuropsychology. Administered by ABCN. Key domains include Brain-Behavior Relationships, General Clinical Psychology, General Psychology (including statistics and methodology) and General Psychopathology/Neuropathology. The exam consists of 125 questions over 180 minutes.

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3 hours Time Limit
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Sample Questions

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Pediatric Neuropsychology

A child has slow inaccurate word reading, poor phonological awareness, and average nonverbal reasoning. Which diagnosis is most likely?

Adult Cognitive Disorders (Dementias, MCI)

An older adult has stepwise decline, slowed processing, dysexecutive profile, gait change, and extensive white-matter ischemic disease. Which profile is most consistent?

Adult Cognitive Disorders (Dementias, MCI)

A patient had well-established Parkinson motor symptoms for six years before developing dementia with hallucinations and executive dysfunction. Which label is preferred?

Pediatric Neuropsychology

A student has poor spelling, slow written expression, and impaired handwriting fluency with intact oral expression. Which area should be assessed directly?

Forensic, Capacity, Treatment, Ethics

A patient with severe anterograde amnesia needs to learn a medication routine and makes many errors during trial-and-error practice. Which intervention is best supported?

Why This Certification Opens Doors

Board certification is the definitive marker of expertise in clinical neuropsychology. It matters because it provides a trusted, objective standard that patients, referring physicians, hospitals, and courts can rely upon to identify qualified specialists. For the professional, it represents a commitment to excellence, enhances professional credibility, and is increasingly required for hospital privileges, expert witness work, and leadership positions. Ultimately, it serves the public by ensuring that individuals with complex neurological conditions receive care from practitioners who have demonstrated the deepest level of knowledge and clinical acumen.

Exam Blueprint

01Brain-Behavior Relationships
02General Clinical Psychology
03General Psychology (including statistics and methodology)
04General Psychopathology/Neuropathology
05Practice of Clinical Neuropsychology

Exam Details ABCN | 3 hours

Exam Code ABCN
Vendor qf-import
Time Limit 3 hours
Exam questions 125

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the exact prerequisites to sit for the ABCN exam?

Prerequisites include: 1) A doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program in psychology, 2) An APA-accredited internship, 3) Licensure as a psychologist for independent practice, 4) Completion of a two-year, full-time postdoctoral residency in clinical neuropsychology (or equivalent), and 5) Submission of a practice sample that demonstrates a breadth of clinical neuropsychology work. Specific hour requirements and documentation details are provided by the ABCN/ABPP board.

How is the exam structured?

The certification process involves multiple stages: 1) Initial credential review, 2) A written examination covering core knowledge domains, and 3) An oral examination. The oral exam typically involves a review of the candidate's submitted practice sample (clinical cases) and probes knowledge, ethical reasoning, and clinical judgment through discussion with a panel of board-certified neuropsychologists.

How long should I plan to prepare for the exam?

Most successful candidates dedicate 6 to 12 months of consistent, focused study. Preparation often begins after completing the postdoctoral residency. The timeline depends on your baseline knowledge, clinical experience, and study habits. Creating a detailed study schedule that covers all content areas is strongly recommended.

What is the pass rate, and what happens if I do not pass?

Pass rates vary but reflect the exam's rigor. The ABPP provides specific statistics. If a candidate is unsuccessful in a component, the board provides feedback and outlines a remediation path. Candidates are typically allowed to re-take the failed component(s) after a specified period, demonstrating the board's investment in the candidate's ultimate success.

Are there recommended study resources or preparation courses?

While the ABCN does not endorse specific commercial products, candidates commonly use foundational textbooks (e.g., Lezak's Neuropsychological Assessment), peer-reviewed journals, the AACN study guide, and practice-focused resources. Many also form or join study groups with peers. Attending board preparation workshops offered by professional organizations like AACN or NAN can be highly beneficial.