FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE/April 17, 1998 CONTACT: Fay S. Gold [202/651-7209]; http://www.nursingworld.org American Nurses Credentialing Center Extends Non-BSN Requirement to October 3, 1998 ExamWASHINGTON, DC – Due to an overwhelming demand by non-BSN registered nurses, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) will extend the deadline for certification for non-BSN registered nurses in six specialty areas. Non-BSN registered nurses can sit for the October 3, 1998, exam provided that ANCC receives a completed application by July 17, 1998. Non-BSN nurses who apply for the exam must also meet current eligibility requirements as specified in the 1998 generalist catalog. The six specialty areas open to non-BSN registered nurses are: pediatrics, perinatal, geriatrics, psychiatric and mental health nurse, general nursing practice and medical-surgical nurse. “We felt that it would be in the best interest of the nursing profession to offer this one last opportunity to certify under the old requirements, “ says Executive Director Carolyn K. Lewis, PhD, RN,CNAA. “The overwhelmingly positive response for this last exam from educators and hospital administrators has influenced our decision to open up this test date to non-BSN nurses. We hope that all interested nurses will take advantage of this opportunity as certification provides not only personal satisfaction but also a sense of professional accomplishment.” Since 1974, the American Nurses Credentialing Center has certified over 160,000 nurses in 28 areas of general and advanced practice nursing. Certification is valid for five years. ANCC is recognized as the national leader in board certification for nurses. To order a 1998 generalist catalog, call 1-800-284-CERT (2378) or visit our website for an on-line version of the information at http:/www.nursingworld.org/ancc The American Nurses Credentialing Center is a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association. The American Nurses Association is the only full-service professional organization representing the nation’s 2.6 million Registered Nurses through its 53 constituent associations. ANA advances the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting the economic and general welfare of nurses in the work place, projecting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and by lobbying the Congress and regulatory agencies on health care issues affecting nurses and the public.
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