System Update
IMPORTANT: The AORN CE import feature has been disabled as of May 19, 2025. Going forward, all continuing education and professional development activities must be entered manually into your CCI account to maintain certification.
Recertification for CNOR Specialty Designations
Requirements for recertification of CNOR® Specialty Designations may vary from one designation to the next. It is essential that the CNOR-certified nurse ensures they have met the requirements for the designations that they hold by reviewing the CNOR® handbook regularly.
A CNOR-certified nurse may hold up to two specialty designations and a recertification application for each designation must be submitted.
Please note the NCPD requirement is not in addition to the CNOR requirement. NCPD and points can be combined with your CNOR requirements.
CNOR-PEDS Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in pediatric surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in pediatric surgery.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Pediatrics
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-ORTHO Designation
This specialty designation celebrates the outstanding expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses within Orthopedic surgical environments, demonstrating their specialized knowledge and experience in this field.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Orthopedics
- ONCB Certification Category A professional development counts toward this requirement
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-SURG-OB Designation
This special designation demonstrates the remarkable expertise and commitment of CNOR-certified nurses in Obstetrics and Gynecology surgical settings, showcasing their specialized knowledge and experience in this area.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-ROBO Designation
This special designation demonstrates the remarkable Robotics surgical settings, showcasing their specialized knowledge and experience in this area.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Robotic Surgery
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-BARI Designation
This special designation demonstrates the remarkable Bariatrics surgical settings, showcasing their specialized knowledge and experience in this area.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Bariatrics
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-CARD Designation
This special designation demonstrates the remarkable Cardiac surgical settings, showcasing their specialized knowledge and experience in this area.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to Cardiac Surgery
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-VASC Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in vascular surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in arterial, venous, and lymphatic system procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-PLAS Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in aesthetic, reconstructive, and restorative procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-GYN Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in gynecologic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in female reproductive system procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-GEN Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise in general surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in genreal surgery, including abdominal and soft tissue procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-ENT Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in ear, nose, and throat surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in head and neck procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-OMFS Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in oral and maxillofacial surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in jaw, face, and oral cavity procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-OPHT Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in ophthalmic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in eye and vision-related procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-TXPL Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise in transplant surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in organ and tissue transplantation procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-UROL Designation
This specialty designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in urological surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in genitourinary system and male reproductive system procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
CNOR-NEURO Designation
This specialty designation recognizes expertise and dedication in neurosurgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in complex brain, spine, and nervous system procedures.
Recertification requirements for this designation include:
- Hold a current and valid CNOR.
- 50 NCPD or 100 points specific to practice
- Currently practicing in this specialty
Please note that application approval may take up to 45 business days.
