NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program (AAP)) — Free Online Mock Test
AAP credential for newborn resuscitation — required for paediatricians, neonatologists, midwives, L&D nurses. ~50 MCQ online + simulator-based megacode. NRP algorithm, golden minute, MR. SOPA, advanced airway, medications, ethics. · Official language: English.
NRP exam at a glance
NRP full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length NRP mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 26-question, 60-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
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| Conducting body | American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), with the American Heart Association |
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| Official website | aap.org ↗ |
| Mode | The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) — training for healthcare providers who resuscitate newborns. It has two components: an online examination (completed after self-study of the NRP textbook) and an instructor-led event with skills stations, simulation and debriefing. |
| Frequency | The online exam is on demand; the instructor-led event is scheduled at training centres through the year. |
| Scoring & marking | You complete the online examination (based on the NRP textbook) and then demonstrate competency at the instructor-led skills/simulation event. It teaches the NRP algorithm — initial steps, positive-pressure ventilation, chest compressions and medications. |
| Score validity | NRP provider status is generally maintained on a two-year cycle (per your institution and AAP guidance). |
| Language | English (and Spanish for some materials). |
Who is eligible for NRP?
Healthcare professionals who attend deliveries or care for newborns (physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, EMS providers and others).
Last verified July 2026 against AAP — Neonatal Resuscitation Program. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
NRP section breakdown
The NRP mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. Inter-section breaks are enforced.
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NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q)
NRP scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: NRP has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: NRP (pass 80% + simulator).
How NRP is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
NRP time strategy
With 26 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 138 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
NRP topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of NRP, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q)
- Neonatal — Ventilation · 5
- Neonatal — Assessment · 5
- Neonatal — Medications · 3
- Neonatal — Initial Steps · 3
- Neonatal — Compressions · 3
- Neonatal — Algorithm · 1
- Neonatal — Oxygenation · 1
- Neonatal — Airway · 1
NRP difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
AAP credential for newborn resuscitation — required for paediatricians, neonatologists, midwives, L&D nurses. ~50 MCQ online + simulator-based megacode. NRP algorithm, golden minute, MR. SOPA, advanced airway, medications, ethics. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's NRP bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for NRP
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what NRP really tests
NRP has two parts — an online examination (after self-studying the NRP textbook) and an instructor-led simulation event with skills stations and debriefing. The skills, especially effective positive-pressure ventilation, are where competency is judged, and provider status runs on a two-year cycle.
Preparation tips
- Self-study the NRP textbook and complete the online exam before the event.
- Master effective positive-pressure ventilation, the most critical skill.
- Rehearse the NRP flow diagram so the simulation flows naturally.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the online exam as the whole credential — the skills event is required.
- Under-practising positive-pressure ventilation, the exam’s focus.
NRP study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Self-study the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation
- Complete the online examination
- Learn the NRP flow diagram
- Rehearse effective positive-pressure ventilation
- Practise the initial steps and compressions
- Review medications and equipment
- Complete the skills stations
- Perform in the simulation and debriefing
- Demonstrate competency in the NRP algorithm
Where NRP can take you
A strong NRP result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Newborn resuscitation skills
- Delivery & NICU roles
- Simulation-based competency
- Two-year cycle
Best books & official prep for NRP
- Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) — American Academy of Pediatrics / AHA
- NRP algorithm & simulation practice — AAP
Official practice: Self-study the NRP textbook and complete the online exam first, then rehearse the algorithm (especially effective positive-pressure ventilation) for the instructor-led simulation.
Previous-year papers: The AAP does not release past exams; the NRP textbook and online modules are the preparation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the NRP exam pattern?
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (AAP) contains 26 questions across 1 section: NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 138 seconds per question).
- Does NRP have negative marking?
- No — NRP has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is NRP scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. NRP (pass 80% + simulator).
- How can I practise NRP online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length NRP mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of NRP?
- NRP is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. AAP credential for newborn resuscitation — required for paediatricians, neonatologists, midwives, L&D nurses. ~50 MCQ online + simulator-based megacode. NRP algorithm, golden minute, MR. SOPA, advanced airway, medications, ethics. · Official language: English.
- How long is the NRP exam?
- NRP runs for 60 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in NRP?
- NRP is split into: NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. AAP credential for newborn resuscitation — required for paediatricians, neonatologists, midwives, L&D nurses. ~50 MCQ online + simulator-based megacode. NRP algorithm, golden minute, MR. SOPA, advanced airway, medications, ethics. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during NRP?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the NRP test adaptive?
- No — NRP is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many NRP mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct NRP variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 1300 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free NRP test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge NRP test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are NRP previous year question–style papers included?
- Every NRP mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 26-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free NRP mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's NRP mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the NRP mock test on mobile?
- Yes. NRP mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the NRP syllabus?
- The NRP syllabus maps to its 1 section: NRP Provider — MCQ + Sim (26 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for NRP?
- Healthcare professionals who attend deliveries or care for newborns (physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, EMS providers and others). Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic NRP practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the NRP exam and how should I prepare?
- Official NRP exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free NRP mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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