NCS Exam Resources

NCS Exam Content Outline

The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) provides an outline summarizing the key components of the exam. 

NCS Application Important Dates

ANPT NCS Resource List

ANPT’s Specialization and Advanced Proficiency Committee has developed a list of resources to assist with preparation for the Neurologic Certified Specialist exam. The committee solicited suggestions about useful references from recently certified specialists, and has compiled a list of journal articles, textbooks and APTA publications. Updated December 2024.

NCS Exam: Special Topics Review and Discussion Board

Every year, the Specialization and Advanced Proficiency Committee supports a NCS Exam: Special Topics Review and Discussion Board for those applicants sitting for the NCS Exam. This online forum is provided at no cost and offers a review of special topics covered in the NCS Exam as well as a community discussion board to connect with topic experts and other NCS applicants.  The focus is on areas that previous applicants have identified as needing increased attention.  An e-mail will be sent to those approved to sit for the NCS Exam in late fall or early winter inviting them to participate. 

If you have questions on the ANPT NCS Discussion Board, please submit this form and specify the question you have.

**Neither the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, nor the Neurologic Specialty Council has reviewed or endorsed the content of this list. In addition, reviewing these resources does not guarantee that a candidate will receive a passing score on the specialist certification examination.