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The American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc., (ABPANC) is a not-for-profit corporation established in 1985 by the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) for the purpose of sponsoring a certification program for registered nurses caring for patients who have experienced anesthesia. ABPANC's activities and projects are focused on achieving its mission and vision

ABPANC sponsors two certification programs for qualified Registered Nurses: the CPAN® program (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) and the CAPA® program (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse).

The CPAN® and CAPA® certification programs are accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties.  Click here to read more about the significance of ABNS accreditation.

ABPANC's Vision
Recognizing and respecting the unequaled excellence in the mark of the CPAN® and CAPA® credential, perianesthesia nurses will seek it, managers will require it, employers will support it and the public will demand it.

ABPANC'S Mission
To assure a certification process for perianesthesia nurses that validates knowledge gained through professional education and experience, ultimately promoting quality patient care.

Our Organizational Values
Excellence - Promotion of excellence in perianesthesia patient care is the driving force behind ABPANC's existence, contributing to quality patient care.

Integrity - ABPANC values integrity as a commitment to a fair certification process.

Innovation - ABPANC values innovation as an integral part of continual learning, development and improvement within our sphere of influence.

Dedication - Dedication is reflected in our celebration of perianesthesia nursing and the certified perianesthesia nurse.

ABPANC Board of Directors and Staff

ABPANC Board of Directors

ABPANC Staff

Non Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of ABPANC that no individual shall be excluded from the opportunity to participate in the certification programs on the basis of ethnic origin, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability.