Welcome to ABPANC
 
The American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. (ABPANC) was established in 1985 by the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) to sponsor the CPAN® and CAPA® certification programs. These programs are designed for registered nurses caring for patients who have experienced sedation, analgesia, and anesthesia.
Expectations of nurses are higher than ever before. ABPANC helps perianesthesia nurses meet these expectations by administering a certification process that validates knowledge gained through professional education and experience, ultimately promoting quality patient care. Earning the CPAN® and/or CAPA® credentials enhances job security, demonstrates leadership, promotes excellence in patient care, strengthens professional and personal pride, and achieves a nationally recognized standard beyond licensure.
Tour the ABPANC Web site to learn more about the CPAN® and CAPA® certification programs including application instructions, deadlines and fees, test-taking strategies, recertification requirements, and much more. Don’t miss your opportunity to register for the CPAN®/CAPA® Practice Examinations, browse the most current edition of our newsletter, CertificatioNEWS, and shop for CPAN® and CAPA® products.
The CPAN® and CAPA® certification programs are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (formerly known as the ABNS Accreditation Council).
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