American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Program Verification & Evaluation

CGFNS International and the ANCC have formed an exclusive partnership to verify and evaluate educational comparability and licensure for nurses educated outside the United States. This evaluative information will be used to verify whether applicants meet the prerequisite requirements for four ANCC Programs:

ACCREDITATION

ANCC-accredited organizations provide nurses with the knowledge and skills to help improve care and patient care and outcomes through continuing nursing education (CNE) and skills-based competency programs.

$400 USD

If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.

If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only

CERTIFICATION

The ANCC Certification Program is nationally recognized as a reliable gauge of a nurse’s ability to provide excellent patient care. There are two categories of certification: Inter-professional Certification (National Healthcare Disaster CertificationTM), Specialty Certifications.

$400 USD

If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.

If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only

PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE®

The Pathway to Excellence® Program recognizes healthcare and long term care organizations that have created positive practice environments in which nurses can excel. To qualify for recognition, an organization must meet Pathway to Excellence® standards deemed essential for producing an ideal nursing practice environment.

$400 USD

If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.

If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only

MAGNET RECOGNITION®

Magnet Recognition® is a credential awarded to exceptional healthcare organizations that meet ANCC standards for quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in nursing practice.

$400 USD

If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.

If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only

What to Expect

Complete Online Application

On the application form, select ANCC as recipient and the evaluation type (CENP or CNML).

Submit Forms to Authorities

When you purchase the CES-ANCC, you will have access to forms to send to schools, and licensing authorities for their completion.

Documents Sent to CGFNS

Schools and Authorities send documents to CGFNS for evaluation.

Report Sent to ANCC

CGFNS reviews your documents, determines if you meet ANCC’s standards, and sends a determination report to ANCC.

Questions? Please call 215-243-5842 for assistance.

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