Theory Exam Schedule
All Exam registrations are processed on a first come, first served basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible as availability is limited.
Please read the Theory Exam Candidate Handbook before applying.
Upcoming Theory Exam
Registration Open
Registration opens Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time
Application Deadline
Registration closes Friday, February 2, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Theory Exam
Theory Exams will take place on Wednesday March 25, Thursday March 26 and Friday March 27, 2026
2026 Theory Exam Date Summary
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Theory Exam Dates
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Registration Opens
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Application Deadline
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Wednesday March 25, Thursday March 26, Friday March 27, 2026
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Monday, January 5, 2026 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)1
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Monday, February 2, 2026 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday June 24, Thursday June 25, Friday June 26, 2026
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Monday, January 5, 2026 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)1
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Monday, May 4, 2026 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday September 23, Thursday September 24, Friday September 25, 2026
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Monday, January 5, 2026 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)1
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Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday December 9, Thursday December 10, Friday December 11, 2026
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Monday, January 5, 2026 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)1
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Monday, October 19, 2026 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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1When registration opens on January 5, 2026, candidates will be able to select the March, June, September or December 2026 theory exam on the application form. Application deadlines for each exam session will continue to apply.
2027 Theory Exam Date Summary
Registration opens on Monday, January 4, 2027 starting at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.
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Theory Exam Dates
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Registration Opens
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Tuesday March 23, Wednesday March 24, Thursday March 25, 2027
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Monday, January 4, 2027 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)2
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Monday, February 1, 2027 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday June 23, Thursday June 24, Friday June 25, 2027
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Monday, January 4, 2027 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)2
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Monday, May 3, 2027 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday September 22, Thursday September 23, Friday September 24, 2027
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Monday, January 4, 2027 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)2
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Friday, July 30, 2027 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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Wednesday December 8, Thursday December 9, Friday December 10, 2027
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Monday, January 4, 2026 (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time)2
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Monday, October 18, 2027 (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)
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2When registration opens on January 4, 2027, candidates will be able to select the March, June, September or December 2027 theory exam on the application form. Application deadlines for each exam session will continue to apply.
Note:
Due to reasons beyond the NDAEB’s control, exam dates are subject to change before or after an application deadline. If this occurs, registered candidates will be contacted.
Graduates of non-registered programs must complete the Clinical Practice Evaluation (CPE) (Part I) before being granted eligibility for the Theoretical Examination (Part II). More information can be found here.
Exam Site Availability
As a result of the limited availability and scheduling purposes, your 1st choice selection for an examination site is not guaranteed. Exam locations are subject to change without notice. In the event your preferred location is no longer available, you may be required to schedule your exam offsite by online remote proctoring.
Candidate Handbook
When applying to write the NDAEB Theory Exam, please read the information in the Theory Exam Candidate Handbook carefully. Details regarding all aspects of exam administration, including application processing, exam preparation and post exam administrative details are available in the Theory Exam Candidate Handbook.
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