Certification Exam Preparation

     

Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP)
Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML)

 

CENP

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Nurse Executive Competencies Assessment
CENP Candidate Handbook
CENP Essentials Review Course
Annual Meeting Education
Nurse Executive Examination Resources/Reading List
CENP Self Assessment Exam (SAE)
Forming Self Study Groups
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


The Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP) Exam is geared to nurse leaders who are currently engaged in executive nursing practice.  This exam focuses on the synthesis of experience and knowledge gained by the candidate throughout his/her career.  The CENP Exam also centers on proficiencies in practice that include business skills, communication and relationship building, leadership, professionalism and knowledge of the health care environment.
The tools found here are meant to help the candidate in determining areas where he/she might be in need of additional self-directed preparation for the exam.

Resources for Exam Preparation
Certification Information

 

CNML

 View all the CNML resources!
Nurse Manager Inventory Tool
CNML Candidate Handbook
CNML Essentials Review Course
Annual Meeting Education
Essentials of Nurse Manager Orientation (ENMO) e-learning
Nurse Manager Certification
Examination Resources/Reading List
CNML Self Assessment Exam (SAE)
Forming Self-Study Groups
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


The Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) Exam — offered in partnership with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) — is designed exclusively for nurse leaders in the nurse manager role.  This exam focuses on the clinical and administrative expertise of nurse managers who have accountability for patient care units.  The CNML Exam is directed at testing the Nurse Manager’s understanding of the management of finances, human resources, staffing, performance improvement, technology and strategic planning.  The candidate for the CNML credential should possess a strong clinical and leadership background and be able to address challenges in the work place through skilled communication, mentoring, advocacy and critical thinking.

The tools found here are meant to help the candidate in determining areas where he/she might be in need of additional self-directed preparation for the exam.

Resources for Exam Preparation
Certification Information

 

For more information on testing preparation resources for the AONE Certification Exams, contact bhancock@aha.org.