NPDA-BC Recertification

The rapid rate of change in the nursing profession requires a conscious effort to maintain competency. When you recertify your NPDA-BC credential, you demonstrate a continued dedication to nursing professional development excellence and an ongoing commitment to specialized knowledge.

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APPLICATION PROCESS

NPDA-BC Recertification Steps

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Confirm your recertification eligibility. (this differs from certification eligibility)

Complete professional development activities or portfolio during your accrual period

Submit recertification application, documents, and pay fee

Begin next 5-year certification cycle

ELIGIBILITY

Recertification Eligibility Requirements

    • Hold an active NPDA-BC credential.

 

    • Hold a current, unrestricted RN and/or APRN license in a state or territory of the United States or hold the professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country.

 

  • Have a minimum of 4,000 hours of active practice at the NPD specialist level within the last 5 years; practice settings include any practice or learning environment.
RECERTIFICATION

Accrual Period

Your accrual period is the time period in which you must complete recertification activities. It begins on January 1 of the year you became certified or recertified, and continues through December 31 of the fifth calendar year.

 

Enter your initial certification year or last recertification year in the table below to calculate your accrual period.

Calculate Your Accrual Period

MY ACCRUAL PERIOD RECERT YEAR
Jan 1 of Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Dec 31 Of Year 5 Recertify Jan 1 - Dec 31

Dates populated are dependent on the accuracy of the certification or recertification year you entered. Accrual periods will not reflect Extension Year (if applicable). For personalized information, log in to your CCI account.

RECERTIFICATION

Recertification Methods

Determine which recertification option is right for you. If recertifying by points, complete professional development activities during your five-year accrual period.

RECERTIFICATION BY PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY POINTS

Engage in eligible professional activities during your accrual period to earn points toward your recertification. Earn 200 points in any of these categories. The remaining 100 points is awarded for successful completion of CCI’s Responsibility Table providing evidence of ongoing advanced NPD practice maintenance within six NPD responsibility areas. Applications for recertification must be submitted by December 31 of your recertification year to prevent your credential from lapsing.

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Academic
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Board or
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Case
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Clinical
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Continuing
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Precepting
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Presentations

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Publishing

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Training
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Volunteer,
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Volunteer,
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RECERTIFICATION BY PORTFOLIO

Recertification by NPDA-BC professional portfolio demonstrates fulfilment of each NPD role and responsibility, and application of NPD specialist competencies. Exemplars and activities in the portfolio exceed routine, entry-level practice, and challenge candidates to contribute to the art and science of NPD practice at an advanced level. This certification method provides a unique opportunity for the candidate to reflect on professional interests and contributions to the nursing profession and the NPD specialty through advanced NPD practice.

For complete details on recertification by portfolio, please download our NPDA-BC Handbook.

RECERTIFICATION ALTERNATIVES

NPDA-BC Emeritus Status

Retiring or ineligible advanced NPD practice nurses may preserve their NPDA-BC credential with a one-time application for Emeritus status. Apply for NPDA-BC(E) by logging into your CCI account and completing the online application.

RECERTIFICATION

Recertification Application and Fees

Recertification candidates may submit the online application beginning January 1 of the year they are due to recertify. An important reminder, credential-holders already have a CCI account. If you need assistance accessing your account, please contact us.

Professional Activity Points

$310

Early Bird Discount - 

Jan 1st - June 30th

$350

Standard Pricing
July 1st - December 31st

Professional Portfolio

$335

Early Bird Discount -

Jan 1st - June 30th

$375

Standard Pricing
July 1st - December 31st

Emeritus
Status

$175

Emeritus Application Fee

RECERTIFICATION

Recertification Resources

Learn more about recertifying your NPDA-BC and meeting recertification eligibility requirements with our complimentary resources.

NPDA-BC HANDBOOK

The complete guide on the
NPDA-BC credential
including eligibility
requirements.

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FREE EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Earn points with our
complimentary professional
activities.

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CCI STAFF SUPPORT

CCI's nursing staff is
available to answer
questions about eligibility
or the recertification
process.