In this PowerPoint presentation accompanied by audio, Maryellen Maguire-Eisen, MSN, RN, speaks on the facts...
Certification is awarded to those who have successfully completed the certification process by meeting the eligibility criteria and passing a multiple choice written examination. The designated credential is Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner (DCNP).
Certification is valid for a period of three (3) years. Recertification may be attained through contact hours of continuing education credit or by examination.
Article regarding the Lapse of NP Certifications for DCNP Nurses
To become a dermatology certified nurse practitioner (DCNP), the DNCB requires that candidates meet all eligibility criteria at the time of application, complete the enclosed application form, submit all fees and successfully pass the certification examination. No individual shall be excluded from the opportunity to participate in the DCNP certification program on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability. To be eligible to participate in the examination, candidates must meet the following requirements:
If you have an appeal to one of the eligibility criteria please clearly specify which criteria you are appealing in writing to the Dermatology Nurse Certification Board before your application is submitted to C-NET. Once you have received the answer from the DNCB, you may then submit your application to C-NET.
Dermatology Nursing Certification Board (DNCB)
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
800.454.4362
Attn: Deanna Bright, DNCB Certification Coordinator
Email: dbright@ahint.com
Please do not submit your application for the exam until you have received in writing that your appeal has been granted.
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