
Get Your CCRN Certification - AACN
CCRN® (Adult) is a specialty certification. The Direct Care Eligibility Pathway is for nurses who provide direct care to acutely/critically ill adult patients regardless of their physical location.
Frequently Asked Questions: CCRN Certification (Direct Care Pathway)
CCRN certification validates and demonstrates your specialty knowledge of nursing care of acutely/critically ill patients to hospital administrators, peers, patients and, most importantly, to yourself.
Get Certified - AACN
CCRN (Neonatal) Knowledge Professional Pathway Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional For RNs or APRNs influencing care of acutely/critically ill neonatal patients but not providing direct care
Revised CCRN Certification Exams Launch Nov. 12, 2025
Aug 6, 2025 · Following are links to the updated test plans that go into effect for CCRN exams taken on and after Nov. 12, 2025, along with additional resources being revised based on the 2024 study of …
Board Certification - AACN
When it’s time to renew your certification, the steps below will get you there. For in-depth information about eligibility and the renewal process, consult the renewal handbook for your specific certification.
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses - AACN
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CCRN (Adult) – Tele-critical Care Eligibility Pathway - AACN
CCRN (Adult) – Tele-critical Care Eligibility Pathway CCRN ® (Adult) is a specialty certification.
CCRN (Adult) – Knowledge Professional Eligibility Pathway
CCRN® (Adult) is a specialty certification. The Knowledge Professional Eligibility Pathway is for nurses who influence the care delivered to acutely/critically ill adult patients but do not primarily or …
Testing Information - AACN
As you prepare to take your certification exam, please explore the important information and links provided on this page. This content is designed to support you in reaching your certification goals.
PCCN (Adult) – Direct Care Eligibility Pathway - AACN
Nurses interested in this certification pathway may work in areas such as intermediate care, direct observation, stepdown, telemetry, transitional care or emergency departments. This certification is …