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The examination consists of 240 multiple-choice questions administered in four 60-minute, 60-question blocks; the breaks and tutorial are timed as on the PANCE. The PANRE can be retaken if failed after a 90-day waiting period between tests, but it can only be taken twice in one year. While 60% of the
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As of 2014, PAs who have already been certified are required to take the PANRE during the fifth or sixth year of their six-year certification maintenance cycle. This re-certification time frame is scheduled to change in 2015; re-certification will be required during the ninth or tenth year of the
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questions administered in five 60-minute, 60-question blocks. There is a total of 45 minutes allotted for breaks between blocks, as well as a 15-minute tutorial prior to the examination.
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generalist exam covers the same content, the remaining 40% can be directed towards questions in one of three areas: adult medicine, surgery, or primary care.
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The material on the PANCE and PANRE is organized by the NCCPA into two dimensions, as indicated in the content blueprint for the examination.
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The knowledge and skills physician assistants should exhibit when confronted with those diseases, disorders and assessments."
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National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
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and consist of practical medical and surgical questions.
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