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Certifications
Learn About Our Certifications
Start your next journey by learning more about CNOR, CSSM, CNS-CP,
CNAMB, CFPN or NPDA-BC certification.
Certified
Perioperative Nurse
The Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential is the only accredited certification for perioperative registered nurses. Earning the CNOR is a mark of distinction and demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards in patient safety.
Certified Surgical
Services Manager
The Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) certification is the only perioperative management credential. CSSM serves perioperative managers, directors, and nurses who oversee personnel, a budget, business unit, or service line.
Certified Foundation
Perioperative Nurse
The Certified Foundational Perioperative Nurse (CFPN) credential is designed to give perioperative nurses a firm foundation for career-long professional development success.
Certified Ambulatory
Surgery Nurse
The Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB) certification is designed for perioperative nurses working in the ambulatory surgery setting who are seeking to improve and validate their professional competencies.
Nursing Professional Development Advanced – Board Certified
The Nursing Professional Development Advanced – Board Certified (NPDA-BC) acknowledges the professional achievement of an NPD specialist who fulfills all NPD roles and responsibilities while adhering to professional practice standards.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Perioperative Certification
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Perioperative Certification (CNS-CP) is for advanced practice registered nurses who have completed graduate preparation (Master’s or Doctorate) in the CNS role.
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FOR OVER 40 YEARS
The Leader in Perioperative
Certification
CCI is a non-profit credentialing body dedicated to perioperative nursing.
Our mission is to improve patient outcomes through nursing competency
assessment and lifelong professional development.
44
Years of Credentialing Excellence
40,000
Active Certified Perioperative Nurses
6
Perioperative Specialty Credentials
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Jun 06, 2024
07:00pm EST
Let’s Talk Points for Recertification! Q&A with the CCI Nurses – 6/6
Oct 28, 2024
08:00am EST
2024 OR Manager Conference
Visit us at the OR Manager Conference, October 28-30, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, which attracts more than 1,400 perioperative leaders, OR directors, managers, OR business managers, and other decision-makers involved in the management of the surgical suite. The OR Manager Conference includes tracks for OR business managers, ambulatory surgery center managers, new OR managers, and has a dedicated Masters track for those OR leaders with 10+ years of experience.
Nov 10, 2024
10:00am EST
Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery (PSP-COM) November 10, 2024
Join us for our Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery (PSP-COM) live/virtual course on November 10, 2024, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm MT. Our one-day virtual course will provide you with guidance and tools to develop your skills and be successful as a preceptor at your facility. Earning the Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery will give you a full understanding of the value, key concepts, and strategies for success for individuals in a preceptor role in perioperative services.
Nov 09, 2024
10:00am EST
Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery (PEP-COM) November 9, 2024
Join us for our Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery (PEP-COM) live/virtual course on November 9, 2024, from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm MT. Our one-day course will provide current and new professional educators with guidance and tools needed to be effective in this key role. Earning the Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery will fine-tune current skills and provide new tips and tricks to incorporate into current professional development programs and orientations for the entire perioperative team.
Jun 06, 2024
07:00pm EST
Let’s Talk Points for Recertification! Q&A with the CCI Nurses – 6/6
CCI is hosting a live/virtual webinar on June 6th, 2024, starting at 5:00pm MT. Join us for a discussion on recertification and come with questions to ask during our Q&A session. If you are interested in attending, please click here to register for the event. We hope to see you there!
Oct 28, 2024
08:00am EST
2024 OR Manager Conference
Visit us at the OR Manager Conference, October 28-30, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, which attracts more than 1,400 perioperative leaders, OR directors, managers, OR business managers, and other decision-makers involved in the management of the surgical suite. The OR Manager Conference includes tracks for OR business managers, ambulatory surgery center managers, new OR managers, and has a dedicated Masters track for those OR leaders with 10+ years of experience.
Nov 10, 2024
10:00am EST
Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery (PSP-COM) November 10, 2024
Join us for our Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery (PSP-COM) live/virtual course on November 10, 2024, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm MT. Our one-day virtual course will provide you with guidance and tools to develop your skills and be successful as a preceptor at your facility. Earning the Perioperative Services Preceptor Certificate of Mastery will give you a full understanding of the value, key concepts, and strategies for success for individuals in a preceptor role in perioperative services.
Nov 09, 2024
10:00am EST
Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery (PEP-COM) November 9, 2024
Join us for our Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery (PEP-COM) live/virtual course on November 9, 2024, from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm MT. Our one-day course will provide current and new professional educators with guidance and tools needed to be effective in this key role. Earning the Professional Educator Practicum Certificate of Mastery will fine-tune current skills and provide new tips and tricks to incorporate into current professional development programs and orientations for the entire perioperative team.
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What Our Clients Say
Taking the CNOR is one of the best investments I made for my OR nursing career.
M.E.
CCI is a tremendous organization to work with as a credentialed nurse and also as a volunteer. A great way to earn points toward recertification but also a tremendous opportunity as a professional! I was able to work on the development of a new certification and was so grateful for the opportunity.
B.H.
It made me, and still makes me a better nurse. It has created new job offerings for me. I have become a reliable resource for my fellow co-workers and even a few of the newer surgeons.
J.H.
I became a certified Perioperative nurse to further my knowledge in the operating room to ensure my patients receive the best and safest care.
S.K.
Being a CNOR holder distinguishes you from the rest of your colleagues, shows pride in your specialization, and certifies your expertise in your chosen field of nursing.
M.E.
Obtaining certification might pave the way to landing your dream job. Personally, I feel more assured in my ability to care for patients and their loved ones. Having this expands my horizons academically and gives me more assurance as I collaborate with the periop team to ensure patient safety
