Exam Details
The CCHP-RN Exam
The CCHP-RN specialty examination measures:
- Clinical management of incarcerated patients
- Promotion of safe and secure health care environment
- Health promotion and maintenance
- Professional role and responsibilities
Candidates are allowed two hours to complete the examination, which is a proctored, written test composed of 70 to 100 multiple-choice questions.
Update to the CCHP-RN Program
The CCHP Board of Trustees has voted to expand the CCHP-RN program to include all levels of nursing practice, and, starting February 25, will begin offering a CCHP-N credential that replaces the CCHP-RN. The CCHP-N recognizes the shared core knowledge essential across all levels of nursing practice. This expansion reflects the vital contributions that LPNs and LVNs make in correctional health care—and throughout the broader health care system.
The current CCHP-RN exam is available through February 24, 2026. Beginning February 25, all applicants will take the CCHP-N exam and receive a CCHP-N upon passing. Upon recertification all CCHP-RNs will become CCHP-N.
EXAM SIGNUP
CCHP, specialty (CCHP-MH, CCHP-P, and CCHP-RN), and advanced (CCHP-A) exams are available at conferences, at test centers, and online. Candidates can select from:
- 900 Prometric test centers across the United States. Prometric will contact approved candidates by email. There is a fee (see below).
- Online through Prometric. Prometric will contact approved candidates by email. There is a fee (see below.)
- Examinations at NCCHC and selected partner conferences; see the Exam Calendar for dates, sites, and deadlines.
- Find more information on choosing a test option.
EXAM REGISTRATION FEES
| Test Site | Registration Fee | ||
| First Attempt | Second Attempt | Third Attempt | |
| NCCHC or partner site | Free | $45 | $45 |
| Test center or Prometric online | $56 | $56 | $56 |
ADA COMPLIANCE
The CCHP program makes every effort to ensure that test centers are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Candidates who require special accommodations must submit a written request at least 90 days before the examination date.
EXAM RESULTS
Examinations are scored electronically. Results are sent in writing within two weeks. Unsuccessful candidates may take the exam two additional times within their one-year eligibility period. Exam registration fees will apply; see table above.
TIMELINE
The exam must be taken within six months from the date the application is approved.
CANCELLATION, RESCHEDULING, AND REEXAMINATION
Candidates must make and confirm all cancellations/changes through the website or direct contact with the entity registered with (NCCHC or Prometric). Candidates cancelling or rescheduling less than 5 days before the exam date are responsible for the full reregistration fee. Prometric imposes reduced fees 5-29 days before the scheduled exam date and no fee for 30 days or more.