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The Summer 2012 update reveals that the number of CPAN and CAPA certified nurses has exceeded 10,000, with 6,250 holding CPAN certification and 3,934 CAPA certification. Congratulations to the 2012 Shining Star Award winners from various states, including Arizona and North Carolina. Highlights include the Advocacy Award winner Connie Hardy Tabet, RN, CPAN, CAPA. A new 12-week study plan is available for exam preparation, along with reduced fees for ASPAN members. Join the community by sharing your stories of certified nurses making a difference.
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News to Share Summer 2012
IN THE NEWS CPAN and CAPA Certified Nurses Now Exceed 10,000 • CPAN – 6,250 • CAPA – 3,934 • Dually Certified – 460 With completion of the Spring 2012 examinations
2012 Shining Star Award Winners Congratulations: ☼ Arizona – AzPANA☼ North Carolina – NCAPAN ☼ Chesapeake Bay – CBSPAN ☼ Northwest – NPANA ☼ Florida - FLASPAN ☼ Nebraska - NAPAN ☼ Illinois - ILSPAN ☼ New Mexico - PANANM ☼ Indiana - INSPAN ☼ New York - NYSPANA ☼ Louisiana – LAPAN ☼ Pennsylvania – PAPAN ☼ Maine – MESPAN ☼ South Carolina – SCAPAN ☼ Massachusetts – MASPAN ☼ Texas – TAPAN ☼ Missouri-Kansas - MOKANPANA
2012 Advocacy Award Winner Connie Hardy Tabet, RN, CPAN, CAPA University of New Mexico Hospital For innovative problem solving and empathic patient care beyond the call of duty. • Winners receive a recertification scholarship and Lladro statue. • Nominators receive a $100 award. • Units receive a $350 award.
Study Guide Resources • Several Exam Preparation Resources are available online: • CPAN/CAPA Study Tips • Study References – Appendix D of Handbook • Certification Candidate Handbook • Practice Exams www.cpancapa.org> Certification > Exam Preparation
New Study Plan Available • 12-week Study Plan provides an outline of information to be covered in studying for the exam. • Based on a 3 month study calendar. • This plan is used by ABPANC Coaches. • Download the “CPAN/CAPA Study Plan” from our website: www.cpancapa.org> Certification > Exam Preparation
Studying Resources • FAQ’s found under the Certification section of our website answer many questions about the exams. • www.prometric.com/abpanc is your best contact for the most up to date listing of certification exam locations. • For information about finding a Certification Coach or obtaining resources for a study group, contact Zelda Williams at zwilliams@proexam.org
Reduced Fees • To receive a reduced examination fee of $285 you must already be a member of ASPAN when applying online. • The name you enter when registering for the exam must EXACTLY match the name in the ASPAN member database.
Buy One, Get One Free Practice Exams • This special discount has been continued. • Purchase two Practice Exams for $35. • Each exam has 50 questions, similar in format to the actual certification exams. • Contact hours may also be earned. www.cpancapa.org > Certification > Exam Preparation
We Need Certification Coaches? • New Coaching Lesson Plan and Study Guide materials are available to assist you in leading a group of certification candidates. • Coaching can be very rewarding. • Make a difference in your profession. • Earn 3 contact hours per year. • Learn more on the ABPANC website by clicking on “Get Involved”
Interested in Becoming a Remote Item Writer? • Help develop potential CPAN and CAPA exam questions. • Online webinar teaches you how to write and submit items. • Earn 2 contact hours for each submitted item, up to 60 contact hours per 3-year recertification period. • Contact Vita Greco for more details – vgreco@proexam.org
Examination – Dates and Deadlines Fall 2012 • Registration Window: July 9 – September 10 • Examination: October 1 – November 10 • Deadline for Cancelling Appointment: 3 business days before test date. • Postmark Deadline for requesting withdrawal, refund or rollover: On or before last day of exam window.
Examination – Dates and Deadlines Spring 2013 • Registration Window: January 14 – March 11 • Examination: April 8 – May 18 • Deadline for Cancelling Appointment: 3 business days before test date. • Postmark Deadline for requesting withdrawal, refund or rollover: On or before last day of exam window.
Share Your Story • We’d like to hear your story of how a CPAN or CAPA certified nurse in your unit has demonstrated: • Personal Compassion • Extreme Commitment • Skilled Expertise • Unique Experience • Knowledge of our Profession • Patient care is always the most important part of our jobs, but you can help us share the benefits of certification. • Submit your story to abpanc@proexam.org
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