Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C
APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager

Dr. Tonya L. Page wants to know how the semester is going! She is committed to taking the necessary steps to ensure a smooth semester. To support your school's efforts in preparing students for graduation and becoming certified, Dr. Page and her fellow colleagues offer presentations to assist APRN students with applying for their ANCC APRN certification.

Faculty interested in scheduling a presentation can contact Dr. Page and her team at certificationoutreach@ana.org.

Faculty Support 

2025 Winter APRN Faculty Townhall

Did you miss our 2025 Winter APRN Faculty Townhall? Worry not! 

Readiness Test Bulk Discount Opportunities - Get your students ready for the certification exam with the pretest that's like the real test! 

Benefits of the Readiness Test for Students: 

• Alleviate test taking anxiety.
• Evaluate readiness for ANCC certification exams.
• Gain exposure to the authentic certification exam testing platform.
• Experience a timed, live-proctored test.
• Receive feedback to guide studying efforts.

Nursing Programs can Purchase the Readiness Test in Bulk:

• With discounts between $5-$15 per test depending on the quantity purchased.
• Vouchers are valid for 6 months from purchase (this is a one-time use only). 
• Students redeem the voucher code when scheduling a Readiness Test through Prometric.

If interested, please visit the ANCC Readiness Test website or contact our Measurement Services Department at anccreadinesstest@ana.org. 

Test Writing Webinars and Workshops

Refresh your exam item writing skills with an expert-led, two-hour webinar for nurse educators! Click on the button below to learn more. 

Success Pays® for U Pilot 

Since 2013, the ANCC Success Pays® program has empowered healthcare organizations to boost nursing certification rates while minimizing financial risk. 

Currently, our Certification Outreach Program Manager is expanding this opportunity through a pilot program, inviting colleges and universities with APRN and other select specialty programs to support their students in achieving lifelong professional development through ANCC certification.

Provide a helping hand to your students today!

Lourdes B. Careaga, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Certification Outreach Program Manager

Join a partnership that supports students and fosters professional success. Faculty interested in the Success Pays for U Pilot or who would like to schedule an informational session, should contact Lourdes Careaga at successpay@ana.org. 

Upcoming APRN-Related Presentations 

Title: NACNS Student Luncheon​ Presentation

Date: March 11, 2025

Time: ​11:40 AM -1:15 PM ET.​

Event: NACNS Innovate 2025 Annual Conference 
Location: Boston Marriott Copley Place
110 Huntington Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 02116

Presenter: Sean DeGarmo, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, FNP-BC, ENP-BC
Director of Advanced Practice & Certification Outreach 

Title: Resources for Supporting​ APRN Students & Faculty

Date: March 30, 2025

Time: ​8:00 AM - 9:00 PM ET.​

Event: AACN Deans Conference 
Location: The Fairmont Washington, DC
2401 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037

Presenter: Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C
APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager

Recruitment Opportunities for Item Writers 

We are currently accepting applications for the following ANCC APRN certifications:

• Psychiatric Mental Health NP
• Adult-Gero Acute Care NP
• Adult-Gero CNS

Eligible candidates also include APRN faculty members who maintain an active clinical practice at a minimum of 50%. Apply by clicking on the button below:

For questions, email anccvolunteer@ana.org. 

Outreach Resources

Meet Katelyn Bern who manages customer engagement through social media and at ANCC tradeshows. She is committed to delivering engaging and meaningful content to keep you informed about important updates, including celebrations of certified nurses, stories of inspiration, newsletters, upcoming webinars, and more!

Katelyn Bern, MA
Outreach Engagement Manager & Tradeshow Liaison

Up to date content can be found here:

• ANCC Certification Facebook 
• Meet the Team
• Certification FAQs
• APRN Faculty

Dr. Page's Corner:

ANCC Certification: A Partnership Supporting Every Step of Your Career

As an ANCC certified APRN myself, I am proud of your decision to advance your nursing career by pursuing your APRN degree. As you prepare for your board exams, remember that nursing offers diverse career paths. Whether you choose to remain in clinical practice, become a faculty member shaping the future of APRN education, or take on a leadership role in healthcare transformation, ANCC's renewal requirements are designed to support and align with your career journey.

Our Commitment to Lifelong Partnership in Professional Growth

ANCC board certification is a key milestone that validates the knowledge of one's nursing specialty and clinical expertise that enhances credibility. Earning ANCC certification is just the beginning of our commitment to your career advancement. We continue to support your professional growth through various platforms, such as:

• ANCC Tradeshows
• Webinars
• Continuing Education Learning 
• Townhalls
• Social Media
• ANCC Certification Renewal
• Newsletters
• Monthly Stories of Inspiration

Professional Oppotunities Through ANCC Certification

Nurses gain experience through ongoing skill development and leadership growth. 

Many APRNs start in direct patient care but often transition into leadership roles. When you are ready for this transition, consider adding a second certification to support you in your career advancement as an APRN: 

• Nurse Executive or Nurse Executive Advanced Certification (NE-BC, NEA-BC): Validates expertise in leading healthcare teams, influencing policy, and shaping organizational strategy.
• Nurse Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC): Recognizes expertise in designing and implementing educational programs that support lifelong learning for nurses.
• Advanced Practice & Specialty Certifications: Beyond core APRN credentials, ANCC provides a range of APRN certifications, to support advanced studies and specialty certifications, to validate expertise in specialized practice areas. 

ANCC offers a 50% discount off of second initial certifications! 

Looking Forward to Our Partnership

Your partnership with us begins now and I am truly honored to provide you with a helping hand in every step of your academic and professional progress. ANCC certifications are designed to support all nurses, including APRNs, specialty certificants, and individuals holding both. Choosing a certifier with diverse renewal options ensures flexibility and alignment with your current and future career goals. I encourage you to view all of the ANCC certifications we offer: 

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Tonya L. Page, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, LSSGB, FCCS-C
APRN Educational & Faculty Outreach Program Manager

I hope you found this information helpful and wish you the best of luck in your future academic and professional endeavors. Should you decide to pursue certification through ANCC, I strongly recommend visiting our Certification FAQs page and to also take advantage of the below promo codes: