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Improve Patient Care by Investing in Certification
The research is clear: certified nurses improve patient outcomes, strengthen clinical confidence, and contribute to more efficient departments.
The BCEN Voucher Program makes certification and recertification more affordable for nurses. Whether you’re purchasing for an entire unit, a small group, or yourself, vouchers reduce costs while giving nurses a clear path to professional growth.

Certification/Recertification Vouchers
Save Up to 50% on Certification Costs
The BCEN Voucher Program offers significant discounts for hospitals, education departments, or individual nurses who purchase as few as three vouchers at a time. An authorized buyer can purchase vouchers and manage their program through online reports, all from their BCEN Account dashboard. And colleagues can join forces to purchase at least three vouchers for themselves at a discounted rate.
BCEN Certification/Recertification Vouchers:
- Can be used for any of the BCEN certification applications without test assurance, whether it is an initial exam, recertification by CE attestation or exam, or a retest exam.
- Are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are nonrefundable.
- Provide potential savings of over 50% per certification.
Payment can be made by credit card or check. Credit card payments deliver vouchers immediately via email. Check payments require processing time before vouchers are issued.
| Price per Application | Standard Price | Tier 1: 3-10 Vouchers | Tier 2: 11-20 Vouchers | Tier 3: 21+ Vouchers |
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| Initial Certification | $380 | $195 | $190 | $185 |
| Retest | $200 | $195 | $190 | $185 |
| Recertification | $280 | $195 | $190 | $185 |
Certification Test Assurance Vouchers
Give Your Nurses a Second Chance to Pass
BCEN Test Assurance is an optional program that gives initial exam takers a second attempt if their first is unsuccessful. Certification Test Assurance Vouchers bundle this coverage at an even lower cost.
Whether you’re a nurse manager building certification into your department goals, or a group of nurses splitting the cost together, BCEN vouchers make certification more accessible.
BCEN Certification Test Assurance Vouchers:
- Can be used for initial certification and retest through the BCEN Test Assurance program.
- Are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are nonrefundable.
- Provide potential savings of up to $195.
Payment can be made by credit card or check. Credit card payments deliver vouchers immediately via email. Check payments require processing time before vouchers are issued.
| Price per Application with Test Assurance | Standard Price with Test Assurance | Tier 1: 3-10 TA Vouchers | Tier 2: 11-20 TA Vouchers | Tier 3: 21+ TA Vouchers |
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| Initial Certification and Retest | $450 | $265 | $260 | $255 |
Confident, Cost-Efficient Exam Prep
Empower your nurses with comprehensive, interactive exam preparation solutions from BCEN Learn, now available in bulk through the BCEN Voucher Program. Maximize your budget and your impact on future-certified RNs by purchasing 21 CE virtual review courses at volume discounts.
BCEN Review Course Vouchers:
- Can be used for the CEN Review Course, TCRN Review Course, or CPEN Review Course offered through BCEN Learn.
- Are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are nonrefundable.
- Provide potential savings of up to $35.
Payment can be made by credit card or check. Credit card payments deliver vouchers immediately via email. Check payments require processing time before vouchers are issued.
| Standard Review Course Price | Tier 1: 3-10 Vouchers | Tier 2: 11-20 Vouchers | Tier 3: 21+ Vouchers |
|---|---|---|---|
| $250 | $225 | $220 | $215 |
Save Up To 25% On Practice Exam Costs
BCEN practice exams offer an authentic test-taking experience to familiarize candidates with the certification exam format. Save up to 25%, or $20 per practice exam, by purchasing in bulk with Practice Exam Vouchers.
BCEN Practice Exam Vouchers:
- Can be used for the CEN Practice Exam, CFRN Practice Exam, CPEN Practice Exam, TCRN Practice Exam, or CBRN Practice Exam offered through BCEN Learn. Vouchers can only be used for practice exams with 365-day access (not valid for the 90-day access option).
- Are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are nonrefundable.
- Provide potential savings of up to $20.
Payment can be made by credit card or check. Credit card payments deliver vouchers immediately via email. Check payments require processing time before vouchers are issued.
| Standard Practice Exam Price | Tier 1: 3-10 Vouchers | Tier 2: 11-20 Vouchers | Tier 3: 21+ Vouchers |
|---|---|---|---|
| $75 | $65 | $60 | $55 |
For Hospitals and Healthcare Organizations:
1. Log into your BCEN account (or create one if you’re a first-time user).
2. In My Dashboard, hover over Voucher Administration and click Voucher Management.
3. First-time purchasers must link your organization and attest that you are authorized to purchase on its behalf.
4. Once authorized, click Buy Vouchers next to your organization’s name.
5. Track voucher use and exam results through the reports in your dashboard.
For Personal Use (Individual Nurses or Groups of 3+)
1. Log into your BCEN account (or create one if you’re a first-time user).
2. In My Dashboard, hover over Voucher Administration and click Voucher Management.
3. Scroll down and select “Click here to purchase vouchers for personal use.”
4. Select the voucher type and quantity to complete your purchases.
For Certification/Recertification and Test Assurance Vouchers
1. Check your purchase confirmation email (or contact your authorized buyer) for your unique voucher number and store it in a safe place.
2. Visit BCEN.org and click on My Account Login. Log in or create an account.
- If using a voucher for initial certification, click “Apply for Certification” under any of the certification program logos to apply for that certification program’s exam.
- If using a voucher for recertification, click Recertify.
- If using a voucher for retest, click “Apply for Certification – Second Attempt.” (This applies to Test Assurance Vouchers only)
3. Complete the application, selecting”yes” or “no” next to the Test Assurance option based on what kind of voucher you are redeeming.
4. When prompted for payment, select the voucher option and input the voucher number at that time.
5. Your cart will show a zero-dollar balance for that product.
6. Once your application is approved, you have 90 days to sit for the exam.
For Review Course and Practice Exam Vouchers
1. Visit learn.bcen.org and scroll down to click on Certification Preparation.
2. Click on the review course or practice exam you’d like to redeem.
3. Under the price on the right side, click the PLEASE SIGN IN TO ENROLL button to log in with your BCEN account, or create a new account.
4. Once logged in, click the ADD TO CART button, and then VIEW CART to navigate to the purchase page.
5. Scroll down to Voucher Information and input the voucher number where indicated.
6. Select your payment options and complete the purchase.
BCEN Voucher Program FAQs
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Can BCEN talk to my employer about this program?
Yes! Email us at bcen@bcen.org or call at 877-302-2236 for more information.
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Are there any additional fees for using the BCEN voucher program?
No.
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How long do the vouchers last?
Vouchers are good for 12 months and are nonrefundable. Each voucher can only be used once.
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How can I pay for vouchers and when will I receive them?
Payment can be made by credit card or check (organizations only). Vouchers will be received immediately via email if paying by credit card. If paying by a company check, there will be a delay until the check is received and processed by BCEN.
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What is an authorized buyer?
An authorized buyer is a person who attests they have the authority to purchase on behalf of their employer. Once they attest and link themselves to their employer, they will be able to purchase vouchers.
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Can vouchers be used for recertification?
BCEN Exam Vouchers can be applied to all applications, including recertification by exam or by CE attestation. BCEN Test Assurance Vouchers may only be used for initial certification.
Visit bcen.org/recertify/ for more information about recertification.
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What exams can the voucher be used for?
BCEN vouchers can be used for any BCEN certification, whether it is for an initial exam, retest exam, or recertification by CE or exam.
BCEN Test Assurance vouchers may only be used for initial certification exams and are not applicable for recertification.
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What if I can't find the voucher number?
If you are a buyer, the voucher numbers can always be found in the Employer Program section of your BCEN Account Dashboard.
If you are a candidate, please contact the person who gave you the voucher.
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Do I need to sign a contract or commit to a number of nurses getting certified?
There are no contracts or commitments to be made. Simply order the number of vouchers you need. Vouchers are valid for 12 months and are non-refundable.
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Where can I get a copy of the receipt?
2. Hover over My Account and click on Invoice History.
3. From there, select View Order for the invoice you are interested in.
4. Click Print Invoice to print or save your invoice as a PDF.
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Who do I contact if I have a question about a voucher number?
For any questions about vouchers, please email us at bcen@bcen.org or call us at 877-302-2236 for more information.
BCEN Test Assurance Voucher FAQs
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What’s the difference between a BCEN Voucher and a BCEN Test Assurance Voucher?
BCEN Vouchers may be redeemed for both initial certification and recertification by CE or exam, while BCEN Test Assurance Vouchers are only available for initial certification.
The BCEN Test Assurance program allows initial exam takers a second attempt to pass their BCEN certification exam in the event of an unsuccessful first attempt. BCEN Vouchers only allow one attempt.
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Can I use my BCEN Test Assurance Voucher to recertify by exam?
BCEN Test Assurance Vouchers may only be redeemed for initial certification exams and are not available for recertification at this time.
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I have a regular BCEN Voucher. Can I add Test Assurance to my exam?
Unfortunately, BCEN Test Assurance may only be included with Test Assurance Vouchers. BCEN Test Assurance may not be added to your BCEN Voucher exam.
Learn more about BCEN Test Assurance and read additional FAQs at bcen.org/test-assurance
Looking for additional financial support with certification or recertification? Learn more about BCEN’s scholarship program at bcen.org/scholarships
