CBN Examination Information

Whether you’re looking to start your certification journey or need information on upcoming exam dates, this page serves as your comprehensive guide to becoming a Certified Bariatric Nurse.

CBN Exam Schedule

Explore the 2024-2025 CBN Handbook to access important information and take the next step in your professional development.

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The CBN exam is administered at PSI testing sites throughout the United States and internationally. To find the testing site nearest you, click here. Questions about the application process and administration of the CBN examination should be directed to info-amp@goAMP.com.

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CBN Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements for Certification

In order for candidates to sit for the CBN examination they must satisfy the following eligibility criteria, including compliance with the ASMBS standards of conduct:

1. Be currently licensed as a Professional Nurse (RN) in one of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico.
   1. A valid license number must be entered when applying online.
   2. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) are not eligible to sit for the examination, or
2. Be currently licensed as a Professional Nurse outside of the 50 United States, District of Columbia, and U.S. Territories.
   1. The nursing license must be equivalent to a Registered Nursing degree. Acceptable international nurses’ licensure will be determined on an individual basis by the CBN Accreditation Council. International candidates will be required to provide an English copy of their nursing licenses prior to taking the CBN exam.
   2. The examination is based on the most current practice analysis of nursing care of patients with severe obesity and metabolic and bariatric surgical patients in the United States of America. For more information on the type of material covered in the examination please see the Examination Content Outline included in this handbook.
   3. Passing the CBN examination does not indicate that the certification will be accepted outside of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico.
   4. The examination will only be offered in the English language.
   5. The examination will be offered in test centers around the world. Test center information will be available at http://schedule.psiexams.com/.
   6. International candidates please contact PSI for scheduling following completion of your online application at AMPIntlExamServices@goAMP.com and cbn@asmbs.org for license verification.
3. Complete a minimum of 24 months (within the preceding 4 years) of nursing care of patients with severe obesity and metabolic and bariatric surgery patients, predominantly in the metabolic and bariatric surgery process. (i.e.: preoperative, peri- operative or postoperative/follow-up care).
   1. This may include an RN who serves in a practice role that includes but is not limited to educational, administrative, leadership, quality, or advanced practice serving the metabolic and bariatric population.
   2. The CBN Accreditation Council will review eligibility when there is a question.
4. Adhere to the CBN Certification Standards of Conduct. Candidates are required to confirm acceptance of a statement on the application form that they understand violations of the CBN Standards of Conduct may result in loss of eligibility for the CBN certification.
5. Adhere to the ASMBS Code of Ethics. Eligibility for the CBN examination requires adherence to the ASMBS Code of Ethics. Candidates are required to confirm acceptance of a statement on the application form that they understand violations of the ASMBS Code of Ethics may result in loss of eligibility for the CBN certification.

Download the 2024-2025 CBN Handbook

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CBN Quick Links

• 2024-2025 CBN Handbook
• CBN Examination: How to Prepare
• CBN Re-Certification