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NPD-BC® predictor exams

that gauge exam readiness

100%

Questions follow

NPD-BC® blueprint

98%

Avg pass rate for those

who complete the whole course

Exam Sections Covered in BoardCerts NPD-BC® Question Bank

Comprehensive coverage of all exam domains with detailed topic breakdowns to ensure your success.

Educational Process Standards

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Theories, Models, and Principles - Standards of NPD Practice

Teaching/learning theories, models, and principles (behaviorism, cognitive/social constructivism, educational neuroscience, learning styles, adult learning principles, learner characteristics)

Professional development models (novice-to-expert, transition to practice, performance-based competencies, clinical ladder)

Education design process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, learning domains)

Types of educational activities (orientation, in-service, continuing education, interprofessional)

Competency management process

Process for providing continuing education (contact hours, requirements)

Managing process for continuing education credits

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Leadership

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Leadership principles

Organizational structures, principles, and concepts

Change management

Resource management

Promotion of a healthy work environment (physical/psychological safety, stress management, staff empowerment, work-life balance)

Diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy

Applying communication, collaboration, negotiation, consultation, and conflict resolution methods

Group facilitation (interprofessional/interdisciplinary teams, focus groups, meetings)

Professional standards, certification, and credentialing

Mentoring processes

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Standards

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics

Organizational recognition (The Joint Commission, Magnet®)

Risk-management concepts (failure mode effect analysis, root cause analysis, just culture, incident reporting and escalation, incident command structures)

Analysis of gaps in practice that indicate potential risk management issues (sentinel and reportable events, audits, reporting)

Legal implications (sensitive information protection, copyright law, plagiarism, and intellectual property)

Integration of legal and regulatory requirements (scope of practice, federal, licensure, maintaining records)

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Evidence-based Practice and Research

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Scholarly inquiry processes (study design, data collection and interpretation)

Processes, translation, and dissemination of research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Technology

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Business tools (document production, spreadsheets, presentation software, virtual meetings)

Utilization of information technology systems (security, databases, learning management systems, electronic health records)

Learning technology principles

Teaching strategies using technology (simulations, gaming, computer-based learning, virtual reality, virtual education)

Clinical technologies (smart pumps, scanners, smartphones, tablets, device integration, networking tools)

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Program/Project Management and Process Improvement

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Performance improvement and project management methodologies

Organizational performance indicators, priorities, and trends

Project management (quality improvement, performance improvement, new product/technology implementation)

Strategies for sustaining and maximizing outcomes

Promotional strategies

Program evaluation (measurement and monitoring principles)

Management of resources (fiscal, human, and physical resources)

Team member roles (team leaders, champions and stakeholders)

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

Exam Sections Covered in BoardCerts NPD-BC® Question Bank

Comprehensive coverage of all exam domains with detailed topic breakdowns to ensure your success.

SECTION 1

Educational Process Standards

Theories, Models, and Principles - Standards of NPD Practice
Teaching/learning theories, models, and principles (behaviorism, cognitive/social constructivism, educational neuroscience, learning styles, adult learning principles, learner characteristics)
Professional development models (novice-to-expert, transition to practice, performance-based competencies, clinical ladder)
Education design process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, learning domains)
Types of educational activities (orientation, in-service, continuing education, interprofessional)
Competency management process
Process for providing continuing education (contact hours, requirements)
Managing process for continuing education credits

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

SECTION 2

Leadership

Leadership principles
Organizational structures, principles, and concepts
Change management
Resource management
Promotion of a healthy work environment (physical/psychological safety, stress management, staff empowerment, work-life balance)
Diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy
Applying communication, collaboration, negotiation, consultation, and conflict resolution methods
Group facilitation (interprofessional/interdisciplinary teams, focus groups, meetings)
Professional standards, certification, and credentialing
Mentoring processes

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

SECTION 3

Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Standards

ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
Organizational recognition (The Joint Commission, Magnet®)
Risk-management concepts (failure mode effect analysis, root cause analysis, just culture, incident reporting and escalation, incident command structures)
Analysis of gaps in practice that indicate potential risk management issues (sentinel and reportable events, audits, reporting)
Legal implications (sensitive information protection, copyright law, plagiarism, and intellectual property)
Integration of legal and regulatory requirements (scope of practice, federal, licensure, maintaining records)

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

SECTION 4

Evidence-based Practice and Research

Scholarly inquiry processes (study design, data collection and interpretation)
Processes, translation, and dissemination of research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

SECTION 5

Technology

Business tools (document production, spreadsheets, presentation software, virtual meetings)
Utilization of information technology systems (security, databases, learning management systems, electronic health records)
Learning technology principles
Teaching strategies using technology (simulations, gaming, computer-based learning, virtual reality, virtual education)
Clinical technologies (smart pumps, scanners, smartphones, tablets, device integration, networking tools)

Exam blueprint areas coveredNPD-BC®

SECTION 6

Program/Project Management and Process Improvement

Performance improvement and project management methodologies
Organizational performance indicators, priorities, and trends
Project management (quality improvement, performance improvement, new product/technology implementation)
Strategies for sustaining and maximizing outcomes
Promotional strategies
Program evaluation (measurement and monitoring principles)
Management of resources (fiscal, human, and physical resources)
Team member roles (team leaders, champions and stakeholders)