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American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Program Verification & Evaluation
ANCC Certification
Credentials Evaluation
As part of the ANCC certification process, TruMerit® provides credentials evaluation services for internationally educated nurses, based on ANCC requirements.
There are two evaluation pathways, depending on certification type and licensure status: Professional License Validation, and Education and License Credentials Evaluation.
Professional License Validation
Fee: $195 USD
TruMerit evaluates professional nursing licenses for international nurses seeking the following ANCC specialty certifications:
- Ambulatory Care Nursing
- Cardiac Vascular Nursing
- Gerontological Nursing
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Nursing Care Management
- Pain Management Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Who should apply through TruMerit?
Applicants without an active U.S. nursing license.
Who should apply directly to ANCC?
If you are currently licensed in the U.S.
Education and License Credentials Evaluation
Fee: $400 USD
TruMerit evaluates both education and professional licensure for internationally educated nurses seeking the following ANCC specialty certifications:
- Informatics Nursing
- Nurse Executive
- Nurse Executive, Advanced
- Nursing Professional Development
Who should apply through TruMerit?
Applicants whose degrees were earned outside the United States.
Who should apply directly to ANCC?
If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only.
Pathway to Excellence®
Fee: $400 USD
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.
Who should apply through TruMerit?
If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.
Who should apply directly to ANCC?
If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only.
Magnet Recognition®
Fee: $400 USD
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.
Who should apply through TruMerit?
If any of your degrees are from outside the U.S.
Who should apply directly to ANCC?
If your degrees are from U.S. institutions only.
What to expect
Questions? Please call 215-243-5842 for assistance.
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