This collection houses educational materials related to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certifications.

Information about ANCC Certifications:

ANCC provides certifications in emerging specialties that incorporate the latest evidence-based practice criteria developed by volunteer subject matter content experts to validate efficient patient care. As of Fall 2021, there are 18 certifications, comprised of 13 specialty certifications and 5 advanced practice (APRN) certifications.

To learn more about certifications provided by ANCC, click here.

Individuals interested in pursuing an APRN certification, may be interested in the ANA Enterprise's Advanced Practice Initiatives website.

Hospitals and healthcare organizations interested in supporting nursing staffs' continued growth and development may want to consider ANCC's Success Pays program.

As part of ANCC's participation in the Sigma Repository the following material types will be found in this collection:

• Nursing Research Materials
• Columns
• Webinars
• Previous Conference Materials (Posters, Presentations, etc.)
• Education Materials (Videos, Webinars, Podcasts, etc.)