# 163: AANP vs ANCC: An Updated Guide to Choosing Your NP Certification Exam

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Podcast: [Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-deal-nurse-practitioner-club-2472356)
Published: 2026-04-15T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://blog.npreviews.com/aanp-vs-ancc-updated-guide
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## Resource

Trying to decide between AANP vs ANCC for your NP certification exam can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like the "wrong" choice could impact your future. In this episode, Alex and I break down the AANP vs ANCC exams in a calm, practical way so you can choose your NP certification exam with clarity. We walk through what both exams have in common, how they differ in structure and content, and why neither exam is inherently harder than the other. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/aanp-vs-ancc-updated-guide Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

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