Preparing for the Exam

Studying for the Examination

The content of the Examination is not based on any one text, reference book or journal. To prepare for the Examination, NCBDE suggests that the applicant review carefully the Examination Content Outline (see Content Outline). If there are particular subject areas where additional study may be indicated, reference materials specific to those areas may need to be identified. To assist in this process, NCBDE has compiled a list of suggested references (see References).

The references are suggestions ONLY. Their inclusion does not imply that Examination content is based on them, that all content is covered, or that studying any of the references will ensure success on the Examination. It should also not be inferred that Examination questions are based on any particular book or journal or that studying particular references or attending any review course guarantees a passing score.

NCBDE does not sponsor, endorse, or financially benefit from, or participate in the development of any preparatory or review courses or published materials claiming to be study guides for the Certification Examination for Diabetes Educators.