by Margaret A. Fitzgerald, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, FAANP, CSP, FAAN, DCC
Question- I heard that if I am certified by one of the major NP certifying organizations that I can apply to become certified by the other agency through reciprocity. Can you provide additional information about certification by reciprocity?
Reply-The availability for certification by reciprocity through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) ended January 1, 2011.
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Reciprocity Policy
Family, gerontologic and adult nurse practitioners with prior certification by an approved national certification body who meet the criteria for endorsement established by the AANP Certification Program, may apply for endorsement by submitting the approved application.
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