Changes & Updates to CCI Credentials & Policies
In an effort to support our certified nurses in staying current with CCI requirements, this page outlines recent and upcoming changes communicated by CCI in our monthly newsletters, on social media or other informational sources.
This information will be updated as needed and it is recommended that those holding a CCI credential check back often to ensure they are in the loop with upcoming changes.
Credential Updates
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Launching of 10 new CNOR Specialty Designations
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- Updated Handbook published on June 23, 2025
- Reaccreditation with ABSNC & NCCA
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
- Withdrawal option removed
2024
- Job Analysis to take place
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by March 31st
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
- Launching of CNOR Specialty Designations – PEDS, ORTHO, and SURG-OB
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Extension year changed on January 1, 2026
2025
- Updated Handbook published on June 23, 2025
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
- Withdrawal option removed
2023
- Removal of Certification Components took place, CFPN is now fully Certification by Examination
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Launching of 10 new CNOR Specialty Designations
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- Updated Handbook published on June 23, 2025
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
- Withdrawal option removed
2024
- Test Development Volunteers will need to Recertify by Exam in 2024. Details on the process will be sent to those impacted.
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by March 31st
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
2023
- Removed self-reflection requirement for recertification
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- Updated Handbook published on June 23, 2025
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
- Withdrawal option removed
2024
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by March 31st
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
2023
- Removed self-reflection requirement for recertification
2029
- CNS-CP will officially sunset and no new applications will be accepted for this credential.
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- Updated Handbook published on June 23, 2025
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
2024
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by June 30th
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- Certification applications paused while program undergoes review process.
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
2024
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by June 30th
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
Other CCI Changes & Updates
2026
- All handbooks reviewed and updated for January 2026
2025
- Handbooks for CNOR, CFPN, CNAMB, CSSM and CSSM were updated and published on June 23, 2025
- All handbooks updated and published in January 2025
2024
- All handbooks reviewed and updated in May
- All handbooks reviewed and updated for 2025
2023
- All handbooks updated for 2024
2025
- Launched the Foundational Foundational Leadership Practicum Certificate of Mastery (FLP-COM).
- Launched the Foundational Orthopedic Surgery Microcredential.
2024
- Launched the Sterile Processing: Foundations of Quality Management Systems Microcredential in February 2024.
2026
- Updated Handbook published on January 1, 2026
- Launching of 10 new CNOR Specialty Designations
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification changed on January 1, 2026
- Accrual year removed to create true 3 and 5 year recertification periods
- Removal of recertification points category caps
2025
- $40 Discount will be available to active CCI credential holders applying for a secondary CCI credential
- An Early Bird Recertification Discount of $40 will be available to any nurse who recertifies by March 31st
- No refunds of the initial or recertification application fee paid will be provided to applicants that do not successfully pass the random audit
- Pricing for Initial Certification and Recertification increased on January 1, 2025
- Withdrawal option removed for all certification exams
