Michigan School Nurse Certification Exam Study Group

04/06/2026

Registration for the Summer Testing Window opened today! Learn more at

Prepare for the NCSN exam with confidence! Access resources to review key concepts, focus on critical areas, and boost your readiness. Start today and take the next step toward earning your NCSN credential!

03/19/2026

Happy Certified Nurse's Day!

03/13/2026

Challenge the School Nurse for March 2026:

Which statement reflects a best practice for school nurses when implementing and using Electronic Health Records (EHRs)? School nurses should rely on copy-and-paste documentation to save time, since EHRs automatically prevent errors. EHR systems must comply with FERPA, HIPAA, and COPPA, and nurses s...

03/13/2026

Congrats to Stephanie Miller of Troy School District on her NCSN!! Way to go!!

03/13/2026

Registration opens April 6th for the Summer Testing Window from July 9th through August 16th. More info here:

Test Dates - 2026 *Important Note About Exam Applications Each NCSN exam application is specific to a particular testing window. When you begin an application, it applies only to the corresponding exam period as noted on this page. For example, an application for the Spring Testing Window must be co...

01/20/2026

NBCSN Challenge the School Nurse January 2026:

A student transfers from another state with incomplete immunization records. What is the school nurse’s most appropriate action? 1. Enroll the student and postpone immunization follow-up. 2. Review state immunization requirements and obtain appropriate documentation or coordinate a catch-up vaccin...

01/14/2026

12/16/2025

Challenge the School Nurse December 2025:

Which of the following best demonstrates the school nurse’s role in population-based health promotion? Teaching CPR to staff and students. Coordinating an annual flu vaccination clinic at school. Helping a student manage individual asthma symptoms. Counseling a parent about healthy lunches. I am a...

12/10/2025

If you are considering retirement, we encourage you to look into the NCSN Emeritus Credential (NCSN-E) which recognizes the service and commitment of retired NCSNs, as well as their achievements and maintenance of the NCSN credential prior to retirement: https://ow.ly/SW2O50XlXeR

12/07/2025

Properly and proudly reflect your competence and professionalism as an NCSN by correctly displaying the credentials that you worked hard for!

Learn more about the NCSN credential and how to begin the certification process here: https://ow.ly/1jqN50XlX2w

11/19/2025

Challenge the School Nurse for November!

Which of the following best demonstrates the school nurse’s role in population-based health promotion? Teaching CPR to staff and students. Coordinating an annual flu vaccination clinic at school. Helping a student manage individual asthma symptoms. Counseling a parent about healthy lunches. I am a...