Certification
Currently the Forensic Nursing Certification Board (FNCB) offers two professional credentials; the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Adult/Adolescent (SANE-A) and the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Pediatric (SANE-P). SANE-A and SANE-P are the earned credentials which recognize that the highest standards of forensic nursing for sexual assault nurse examiners has been achieved. Nurse Examiners can become certified by meeting the eligibility requirements and successfully completing an examination. Certification renewal is available by examination or documented continuing education over a three-year period.
Earning certification demonstrates professional committment. Nurses who take the extra step to become certified in their specialty demonstrate their desire to provide quality patient care. Becoming certified is a statement that the nurse has accepted the challenge of preparing for specialty nursing practice which includes a refined knowledge base and critical thinking skills in clinical practice.
Computer Based Testing Now Available!
The Forensic Nursing Certification Board (FNCB) is pleased to announce that the SANE-A® and SANE-P® examinations are moving to computer-based testing!
IAFN has signed an agreement with Castle Worldwide, Inc. and will be moving the exams to computer-based testing starting with the May 2010 test administration.
What does this mean for testing candidates?
- The convenience of testing throughout the months of May and October, IAFN's chosen testing windows.
- Testing available at more than 250 sites in the US and Canada and 78 sites outside North America
- Application processing through IAFN and online scheduling of your exam through Castle's online scheduling system.
- Immediate scoring of your exam at the test centers
For more information, download the Candidate Handbook and Application or contact IAFN at info@iafn.org or 410-626-7805.
How should credentials be used?
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IAFN Seeking SANE-A Prep Course Development Proposals
Deadline to apply is April 2, 2010. See details
Questions and Important Links
Questions About Certification? Visit the Frequently Asked Questions!
SANE-A and-SANE-P Certification Examination Candidate Handbook and Application
SANE-A and SANE-P Certification Renewal Application
SANE-A Certification Prep Course
Order an IAFN Custom Frame for your Certificate!
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