certification boards

What are some Prominent Certification Boards?

There are several prominent certification boards in nursing, each offering a range of certifications:

1. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC): Offers certifications in various specialties such as Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, and more.
2. American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN): Provides certifications like the Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) and the Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).
3. National Certification Corporation (NCC): Specializes in certifications for obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing.
4. Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB): Offers certifications for pediatric nurses, including the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) and the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) certifications.
5. Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC): Provides certifications for oncology nurses, such as the Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN).