- Hold a current, active RN license within a state or territory of the United States or the professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country.
- Hold a bachelor's or higher degree in nursing or a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Have practiced the equivalent of 2 years full-time as a registered nurse.
- Have completed 30 hours of continuing education in informatics nursing within the last 3 years.
- Meet one of the following practice hour requirements:
- Have practiced a minimum of 2,000 hours in informatics nursing within the last 3 years.
- Have practiced a minimum of 1,000 hours in informatics nursing in the last 3 years and completed a minimum of 12 semester hours of academic credit in informatics courses that are part of a graduate-level informatics nursing program.
- Have completed a graduate program in informatics nursing containing a minimum of 200 hours of faculty-supervised practicum in informatics nursing.
2013 Pricing & Discounts | INITIAL CERTIFICATION |
| Non-member | $395 |
| American Nurses Association member | $270 |
In case you want to withdraw your application, prices above include $140 non-refundable administrative fee. Additional fees for special services may apply.Certifications are renewed every 5 years. You must submit a renewal application at least 8 weeks before the expiration.
Extending the 90-day Testing window
In the event that you are unable to test during the 90-day testing window, you may, one time only, request a new 90-day testing window. This new testing window must begin less than 6 months from the last day of the initial testing window; requests should be received after the end of the initial 90-day testing period. If you do not test during your new testing period, you will need to reapply as a new applicant.
In the event that you are unable to test during the 90-day testing window, you may, one time only, request a new 90-day testing window. This new testing window must begin less than 6 months from the last day of the initial testing window; requests should be received after the end of the initial 90-day testing period. If you do not test during your new testing period, you will need to reapply as a new applicant.
Retesting: 2012 pass rate was 63%
If you do not pass the examination you may retest after 60 days from the date you last tested. You may not test more than three times in any 12-month period. All candidates who retest must submit a retest application and meet eligibility requirements in effect when the retest application is submitted. ANCC can require additional supporting documentation to determine eligibility.
You can obtain a copy of the Retest Application at: www.nursecredentialing.org/Certification/CertificationPolicies/RetestApplication.aspx
If you do not pass the examination you may retest after 60 days from the date you last tested. You may not test more than three times in any 12-month period. All candidates who retest must submit a retest application and meet eligibility requirements in effect when the retest application is submitted. ANCC can require additional supporting documentation to determine eligibility.
You can obtain a copy of the Retest Application at: www.nursecredentialing.org/Certification/CertificationPolicies/RetestApplication.aspx
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