The Certification Renewal Process—A “How-To” Guide

It is the responsibility of all nurses to keep track of their certification expiration date and inform ANCC of any address or name changes so we can send out the proper certification renewal materials. If you are an advanced practice nurse, be aware that you may become ineligible to practice in your state beyond your certification expiration date.

1. Fully complete, sign and submit the certification renewal application:
   • If renewing your certification with professional development and practice hours, at least 60 days prior to the expiration date of your certification, or
   • If renewing your certification with professional development and examination, at least 10 weeks prior to the scheduled exam date.
2. All applicants must submit the Summary for Verification of Professional Development Requirements Form.
3. Submit applicable fees. (Make check payable to ANCC or complete credit card information.)

For specific information on basic requirements for certification renewal, certification renewal by professional development and practice hours, and certification renewal by professional development and examination, click the appropriate link in the sidebar at right.

Note: Each candidate should maintain evidence of completed continuing education and retain a copy of the completed certification renewal application in case his or her file is selected for audit.

Certification Renewal Application Fax-on-Demand

FAX-ON-DEMAND # - Call Toll Free – 888-849-2160
Enter your fax number and receive an application (check our current list to see if we have the documents you need).

You will receive a Certification Renewal Application and related forms (12 Pages total) including:

For information on how to complete the forms, please refer to the Certification Renewal Catalog online.

Once completed, mail your application with all required documents and fees to: PO Box 791333, Baltimore, MD 21279-1333.

 

This page last revised 12/15/06.