Nicole JohnsonIs it time to renew your nursing specialty certification?
Every three years, you must earn a set number of CEs across three categories to keep your certifications active.
First of all, what are CERPS?
The Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) program encompasses a wide spectrum of learning topics and activities such as research activities, preceptorship, committee involvement, leadership responsibilities and volunteer activities. CEs count as a CERP 1:1.
Below are ACCN’s CERP requirements to renew your CCRN®, PCCN®, CMC® and CSC® certifications:
For both the CCRN® (Adult) and the PCCN®, the AACN requires 100 CERPs:
Category A 60 CERPS (80 max):
Examples: Lab values, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, ECG, IV therapy, heart failure, pharmacology, assessment, pathophysiology, technical skills/new equipment, statistics, clinical research, evidence-based practice, auditing, publishing, practice protocols, QI/QA, clinical aspects of bioterrorism, exam review courses.
Category B CERPS 10 (30 max):
Examples: Safety/restraints, legal or ethical issues, charting documentation, reducing medication errors, preceptorship, public policy, HIPAA, Joint Commission, patient support groups, cultural aspects of care, diversity, medical Spanish, therapeutic communication, psychosocial aspects of care, mental illness, geriatric care, spiritual considerations, addiction/recovery, violence/abuse, end-of-life care.
Category C CERPS 10 (30 max):
Examples: Communication skills, teamwork, healthy work environments, AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care, redesigning hospital care, disaster/emergency planning, developing policies or procedures, community resources, committees, leadership, management, risk management, case management, AACN membership.
For both the CMC® and the CSC®, AACN requires 25 CERPs in Category A.
As you can see, the lion share of the CEs that you need are in Category A, which is the type of content Nicole covers! If you are short on CEs, we got you covered!
Nicole Kupchik has over 100 CE hours available with her online courses!
Maximize CEs with the NEW online course bundles curated to fit every stage of your nursing journey! Each bundle includes 1-year 24/7 access AND the Critical Care Survival Guide eBook!
🩺 Critical Care New Grad Bundle$229 ($576 value) – 21 CEs
Perfect for new grads looking to gain the essential clinical tools they need to succeed in the ICU.
🎓 Progressive Care & Telemetry Nurse Bundle $249 ($636 value) – 29 CEs
Designed for early-career progressive care and telemetry nurses to enhance their skills.
💉 New to the ICU Bundle $395 ($1044 value) – 44.5 CEs
Breaks down complex topics while gaining the knowledge and skills you need to excel in the ICU.
💪 ICU Mastery Bundle: Go Beyond the Basics $169 ($537 value) – 23.5 CEs
For ICU nurses ready to advance beyond the basics and level up their skills.
References:
CCRN Renewal Handbook – Direct Care
CCRN (Adult) – Direct Care Eligibility Pathway – AACN
PCCN Renewal Handbook – Direct Care
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