Can NPs or CNSs use their national certification to meet the continuing education requirements?
NPs can use their national certification in a Nurse Practitioner population focus (such as ANCC FNP certification) for up to 50% of their total 100 hours. National certification counts in the “structured” category. Proof of national certification must accompany your renewal. A copy of your national certification faxed or sent as an email attachment is sufficient at this time. Some national certifying bodies offer an option to send a free copy to the Board. If this is an option please check “yes” and have it sent to the attention of Advanced Practice.
NPs and CNSs can use their national certification as a Nurse Practitioner or CNS (such as ANCC FNP or Med/Surg CNS) for up to 50% of their total CE hours. National certification counts in the “structured” category. Proof of national certification must accompany your renewal. A copy of your national certification faxed or sent as an email attachment is sufficient at this time. Some national certifying bodies offer an option to send a free copy to the Board. If this is an option please check “yes” and have it sent to the attention of Advanced Practice.
